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Fabric Curtain Pavilion With Circular Shelves for Community Reading

Authors:
Peter Dostal, Matej Grebert
Fabric Curtain Pavilion With Circular Shelves for Community Reading

Project in-detail

A fabric curtain defines the entrance to a circular pavilion that incorporates rounded wooden shelves, creating an inviting space for community reading and exploration.
5 key facts about this project
01
Fabric curtain serves as a unique entryway that enhances user curiosity.
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Circular bookshelf arrangement promotes easy access and social interaction.
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Transparent sections in the roof optimize natural lighting for a comfortable reading environment.
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Designed for high foot traffic, increasing visibility and community engagement.
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Versatile space accommodates various activities, from exhibitions to reading classes.

The design is a circular pavilion focused on promoting reading and exploration in a lively public area. Located where foot traffic is high, this space is easily accessible, inviting community members to connect with literature. The overall concept centers on encouraging curiosity, drawing visitors inside to engage with a diverse collection of books.

Architectural Elements

A notable feature of the pavilion is its entryway, which consists of a fabric curtain. This curtain serves as a divider, marking the transition from the outside environment to the cozy interior filled with books. As users approach, they encounter a sense of intrigue that makes them want to discover what is inside. The design invites people to leave the busy world for a moment, allowing them to focus on the literary experience ahead.



Spatial Configuration

Inside the pavilion, bookshelves are arranged in a circular layout. This design choice makes it easy for visitors to access books, while also encouraging social interaction among users. The open space promotes a welcoming atmosphere, allowing people to browse through literature freely. The simple and effective layout makes exploring the collection both enjoyable and straightforward.



Natural Lighting

The pavilion features a conical roof with transparent sections, enabling natural light to brighten the interior. This element creates a warm and comfortable environment that enhances the reading experience. The interplay of light and shadow inside serves to create a peaceful retreat where visitors can escape the outside distractions and immerse themselves in their chosen stories.



Community Engagement

The design supports various activities that benefit the community, such as exhibitions, group reading sessions, and lectures. This multifunctional aspect adds to the pavilion's importance in public life, encouraging a culture of learning and sharing. The thoughtful arrangement of the space allows for both individual reflection and community gatherings around literature.



The pavilion's design effectively combines form and function, with the fabric curtain being a key detail that signifies entry into a space of knowledge. It invites exploration, offering a welcoming environment where literature can flourish and engage the community.

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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.

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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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