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Emphasizing Climbing Facades With Charred Wood Shingles In A Community-Oriented Environment

Authors:
Mohamed Hassan, Ayman Assem
Emphasizing Climbing Facades With Charred Wood Shingles In A Community-Oriented Environment

Project in-detail

The integration of climbing facades adorned with charred wood shingles creates an engaging environment that fosters community interaction while providing adaptable living spaces.
5 key facts about this project
01
Vibrant Wall serves as an interactive climbing surface, encouraging physical engagement among residents.
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The design incorporates biophilic elements, enhancing natural integration with the surrounding environment.
03
Charred wooden shingles provide both aesthetic appeal and improved fire resistance.
04
Cross-laminated timber panels contribute to rapid construction and reduced environmental impact.
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The bent A-frame structure maximizes interior space and promotes natural light penetration.

**Project Overview**
Located in a burgeoning residential area, the design integrates a dual-height indoor/outdoor wall that serves as a boundary between private and public spaces, promoting security and interaction. This dynamic wall is intended to function as both a protective element and a versatile feature, accommodating activities such as climbing, outdoor cinema, and vertical gardening. The overall intent is to create adaptable living environments that support community engagement and enhance the residents' daily experiences.

**Materiality and Sustainability**
The selection of materials for the project prioritizes both aesthetic appeal and functional resilience. Structural components will likely incorporate concrete for durability, alongside glass to facilitate natural light and visual connections with the outdoors. Steel may be utilized for framing to ensure structural integrity and flexibility, while wood could provide warmth in interior finishes. Sustainability considerations are woven into the design through biophilic elements, such as gardens and shaded outdoor areas, which help mitigate heat gain and promote an environmentally conscious lifestyle.

**Spatial Strategy and User Experience**
The design features a unique concept known as the “Anyroom,” a multifunctional space adaptable for various uses, catering to contemporary residential needs. The layout emphasizes efficient zoning; communal areas on the ground floor encourage interactions, while private zones are strategically placed on the first floor to ensure tranquility. This arrangement supports a natural flow throughout the structure, enhancing user experience and facilitating a sense of community among residents. Outdoor connectivity is further established through horizontal courts and vertical gardens that extend living spaces, fostering a relationship between indoor and outdoor environments.

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

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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

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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