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Facade Panels and Opened Rooftop for Family Living

Author:
Chu-han Tarn
Facade Panels and Opened Rooftop for Family Living

Project in-detail

Incorporating facade panels and an opened rooftop, the design optimally facilitates family living by enhancing natural light and spatial connectivity while distinctly zoning private and communal areas.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates an opened rooftop for enhanced natural ventilation.
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Uses facade panels that allow for customizable surface variations.
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Features two distinct entrances for improved accessibility.
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Designed with clear zones for private and communal family activities.
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Emphasizes efficient circulation for optimal movement throughout the space.

The design addresses the needs of modern family living, with a specific focus on a unit for Parents and a Teenager. Set in an urban environment, the structure employs a clear design concept that balances function and aesthetics. Following a grid system, the facade and internal layouts align to create an efficient and cohesive living space.

Facade and Design Concept

The facade features a well-defined pattern that adheres to a grid layout, enhancing the overall visual identity of the building. Alongside its aesthetic qualities, the facade also delineates different functional areas, effectively separating private and communal spaces. The introduction of potential design variations adds flexibility, allowing the structure to adapt to various family compositions and lifestyles.

Spatial Organization

Inside the building, spaces are organized into key areas: a Bedroom, Kitchen, Dining Space, and WC. Each area is thoughtfully arranged to facilitate easy movement and interaction among occupants. With plans presented at a scale of 1:40 and sections at 1:30, spatial dimensions and vertical relationships are clearly depicted, providing insight into the functional layout.

Circulation and Access

Axonometric views reveal design elements such as an Opened Rooftop and Two Entrances. These features play an important role in movement throughout the building. Efficient circulation ensures that all parts of the living space are easily accessible. This focus on movement helps create a comfortable living experience for families, where space is not just about walls but about how people move and connect within it.

Material Integration

The project incorporates facade panels that are derived from the system of facade panels. This choice supports both the design’s vision and practical considerations. The arrangement of these panels adds to the visual rhythm of the building while addressing issues related to maintenance and durability.

In the heart of the design, the kitchen stands out as a central gathering place. Visualizations depict family interactions in this space, highlighting its role in daily life and reinforcing the importance of communal areas in a family home.

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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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