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Exploring Natural Forms Through Organic Shapes and Reusable Materials

Authors:
Wai ting flora Lau, Wing yi vincci Ma, Alicja Kolat
Exploring Natural Forms Through Organic Shapes and Reusable Materials

Project in-detail

Drawing inspiration from the beaver's engineering, the Pavilion integrates organic forms and emphasizes natural and reusable materials to foster an immersive visitor experience in a setting that bridges land and water.
5 key facts about this project
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Inspired by the beaver’s habitat-building techniques.
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Located at the critical transition between land and water.
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Features interactive walls encouraging visitor engagement.
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Emphasizes the use of natural and reusable materials throughout.
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Designed to evoke the organic forms found in nature.

The Lodge Pavilion of Humanity is located where land meets water, representing an important moment in human history. The design explores the relationship between technology and the environment. It emphasizes the effects of human choices made over time, conveying a message that urges reflection on our impact on the natural world.

Inspiration and Design Concept

The Pavilion takes inspiration from the beaver, known for its ability to engineer its habitat. This influence is visible in the building's organic shapes. These forms mimic those found in nature, promoting a feeling of harmony between the structure and its surroundings. The design encourages a strong connection to the landscape, making the project more than just a physical space.

Interactive Experience

An essential feature of the Pavilion is its interactive walls, which enhance visitor engagement. These walls invite people to explore and reflect on shared human experiences. The design creates an environment where movement through the space is encouraged, allowing visitors to actively participate in discovering the stories that connect humanity to nature.

Material Considerations

Although the presentation does not specify all materials used, there is a clear focus on natural and reusable options. This approach aligns with modern architectural trends that value sustainability and environmental care. The chosen materials support the Pavilion’s design and help reduce its ecological footprint.

The building has large, open areas that bring in natural light. This enhances the visitor's experience and creates a peaceful atmosphere. The thoughtful design of both interior and exterior spaces strengthens the connection to the landscape, highlighting themes of nature and the human experience.

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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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