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Elevated Structures With Volcanic Stone And Glass Facades For Outdoor Enthusiasts

Author:
Julio Cesar Gomez Ochoa
Elevated Structures With Volcanic Stone And Glass Facades For Outdoor Enthusiasts

Project in-detail

Elevated above the landscape, the facility integrates volcanic stone and extensive glass facades, creating a seamless connection between interior spaces and the surrounding environment, designed to serve as a multifunctional hub for outdoor enthusiasts.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated design minimizes land disruption while maximizing views of the landscape.
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Integrated volcanic stone enhances thermal performance and local identity.
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Extensive glass facades foster natural light throughout communal areas.
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Modular layout allows flexible use for changing needs of outdoor activities.
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Connection to existing ski trails promotes seamless access for users.

### Overview
Core Line is situated in the dramatic landscapes of Iceland, serving as a comprehensive facility for skiers and outdoor enthusiasts. The design reflects an inherent connection to its surroundings, informed by the traces left by skiers on the slopes. This architectural response features a linear arrangement of four distinct modules offering storage, changing facilities, and communal spaces, all while aligning closely with the natural terrain.

### Spatial Strategy
The layout of Core Line is defined by a central axis that connects the modular components, facilitating circulation and movement throughout the facility. This organization allows for a clear separation of activities, enabling both privacy and social interaction among users. Key areas, such as the reception, changing rooms, storage, and lounge, are thoughtfully arranged to enhance convenience for visitors. The vertical circulation incorporates ramps and stairs, promoting accessibility and encouraging exploration of the space.

### Materiality
The material selection is integral to the project's identity, combining durability with aesthetic appeal. Concrete serves as the primary structural element, while sustainably sourced wood provides warmth and a tactile connection to the environment. Galvanized steel components ensure weather resistance, and expansive glass surfaces facilitate a visual and physical connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. The incorporation of volcanic stone roots the design in its geographical context, and steel grilles are strategically utilized in safety features without compromising visual integrity.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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