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Floating Community Spaces in Ethereal Blue and White Environments

Author:
Alec Masur
Floating Community Spaces in Ethereal Blue and White Environments

Project in-detail

Set against a backdrop of floating mountains and expansive blue skies, this immersive virtual environment integrates community, customizable spaces, and professional zones into a cohesive platform for social interaction and creative expression.
5 key facts about this project
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Located in a virtual mountainous landscape that appears to float in the clouds.
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Designed with distinct zones dedicated to community interaction, professional collaboration, and personal expression.
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User customization allows for the addition of hobbies, artworks, and personal elements within the virtual space.
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Utilizes advanced VR technology to foster real-time collaboration and engagement among users.
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Encourages diverse social interactions by inviting users from different geographical locations into a shared environment.

Homescape is an innovative exploration of virtual reality as a living environment. Located in a mountainous region that appears to float in the clouds, it engages users in various ways. The design combines elements of community, individual creativity, and collaboration, allowing for a unique user experience in a virtual setting.

Community Zone
The Community Zone acts as the heart of Homescape, crafted to host a variety of activities that draw users together. Open and inviting, this area encourages social interaction, catering to a diverse range of participants. It fosters connections and shared experiences, highlighting the value of community engagement within the virtual space.

Office Zone
In contrast to the Community Zone, the Office Zone is designed for focused work. This smaller area facilitates virtual meetings and professional collaboration. With its practical layout, it provides an environment where users can comfortably engage in productive activities. This reflects a modern understanding of workspaces, blending collaboration with concentrated effort.

Mixed Zone
The Mixed Zone introduces flexibility, allowing for public, private, and personal exhibitions. It invites users to share their creative projects and interests, enriching the overall experience. This area not only promotes artistic expression but also aligns with the project's goal of personalization. Each user can tailor their virtual space to reflect their individuality.

Through its imaginative design and interactive features, Homescape encourages users to fill their digital homes with personal touches. Users can express themselves by adding hobbies, artwork, and music to their environment. The expansive virtual landscape combines with these personal elements, offering a rich, engaging experience that emphasizes creativity.

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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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