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Elevated Modular Living Utilizing Lightweight Steel and Thermal Insulation Panels

Authors:
Edgardo Vazquez Castelan, Edgar Alejandro Fernandez Cardenas
Elevated Modular Living Utilizing Lightweight Steel and Thermal Insulation Panels

Project in-detail

Elevated above the landscape, the modular structure employs lightweight steel and high-performance insulation to create an adaptable living space that prioritizes sustainability and energy efficiency.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated design minimizes land impact while maximizing views.
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Modular construction allows for easy reconfiguration and transport.
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Extensive use of high-performance insulation enhances energy efficiency.
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Incorporation of solar panels ensures renewable energy independence.
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Transparent facades create seamless indoor-outdoor connectivity.

The architectural design project "Geodesic Dreams: The Poetry of Home" showcases a modern approach to modular living. This project emphasizes ecological sustainability and modern aesthetics through an innovative framework that promotes flexibility in residential spaces. The design encapsulates a contemporary vision where functionality meets environmental consciousness, catering to diverse user needs.

Unique Structure and Modular Flexibility

One of the standout features of this project is its use of an elevated modular structure. The design employs a columnar support system that allows for an airy feel while maximizing views of the surrounding landscape. This spatial configuration not only minimizes land disturbance but also creates a harmonious balance between built form and natural surroundings. The modules can be easily reconfigured or transported, providing flexibility for diverse living requirements. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for users seeking personalized space solutions within varying geographical contexts.

Sustainable Design and Material Choices

The project emphasizes sustainability through the integration of smart materials and renewable energy technologies. The extensive use of high-performance insulation panels enhances thermal efficiency, promoting a comfortable interior environment with reduced energy consumption. Large glass facades contribute to passive heating and cooling, ensuring an abundance of natural light while minimizing reliance on artificial lighting. Additionally, the design features solar panels that provide energy independence, reinforcing the project's commitment to eco-friendly practices. The architectural materials, including structural steel, composite facade panels, and sustainable interior finishes, contribute to durability while elevating aesthetic appeal.

This architectural endeavor effectively blends form with function, presenting a thoughtful and adaptable living solution. Its unique modular design and sustainability-driven approach set it apart from conventional housing projects. Readers are encouraged to explore the project's architectural plans, sections, and overall design to gain deeper insights into its innovative ideas and implementation.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge invites architects and designers to create iconic public sculptures for one of two sites in Saudi Arabia: Abu Hadriyah Road or the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar. Proposals should reflect Saudi identity, culture, and future aspirations.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge is an international architecture and design competition inviting creatives to shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s public spaces. With a total prize fund of €50,000, the competition calls for sculptural proposals that merge cultural symbolism with innovative design, offering participants a chance to see their concepts brought to life in a rapidly transforming national context.

Organised by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative, the challenge focuses on two prominent locations: Abu Hadriyah Road, a major highway and gateway into the Eastern Province, and the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar, a pedestrian-focused waterfront district. Designers must select one site and develop a sculpture that engages with its surroundings—whether addressing the fast-paced dynamism of a transit corridor or creating moments of interaction along a coastal promenade.

Proposals should be bold, site-specific, and rooted in narrative—drawing on themes such as heritage, national identity, transformation, and dialogue. Environmental responsiveness, material durability, and feasibility are strongly encouraged, as winning projects may be selected for actual construction.

Each submission must include four A2 landscape presentation boards, a cover image, and a written project description. The competition is open to professionals and students alike, working individually or in teams of up to four people. No professional license is required.

Registration is open until July 24, 2025, with final submissions due by August 27, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2025.

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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