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Floating Housing Units Crafted with Reinforced Concrete and Glass Along the Godavari River

Authors:
Jetnipit Puttajak, Phanuwat Sittikun, Sakunkaew Manitsan, Sakunkaew Manitsan
Floating Housing Units Crafted with Reinforced Concrete and Glass Along the Godavari River

Project in-detail

Floating housing units utilizing reinforced concrete and expansive glass elements provide a resilient living solution along the Godavari River, seamlessly integrating residential spaces with communal amenities.
5 key facts about this project
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Floating units are designed to adapt to varying water levels, ensuring stability and safety.
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The use of reinforced concrete minimizes maintenance while enhancing durability in a river environment.
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Glass facades maximize natural light and connect living spaces with the surrounding landscape.
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Integrated communal areas foster social interaction among residents, promoting community engagement.
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Local architectural motifs are incorporated to reflect the cultural heritage of the region.

### Overview
Situated along the Godavari River in India, the housing development establishes an innovative approach to residential living by integrating housing with public amenities. The intent is to create a thriving community that leverages the river as a critical resource while addressing urban housing needs, all in the context of the area's rich cultural heritage.

### Spatial Strategy
The design incorporates multiple sections that each reflect their specific usage and relationship to the river. Housing units are integrated within and alongside a bridge structure, maximizing land use and providing residents with river views. Communal areas serve various social activities, fostering community engagement and transforming the waterfront into a central hub. The layout also includes transition zones between private and public areas, balancing individual privacy with opportunities for interaction.

### Materiality and Sustainability
A diverse range of materials is employed to support functionality and aesthetic quality. Reinforced concrete forms the core structural elements, ensuring stability, while glass is used to enhance natural light and transparency. The lightweight steel bridge structure provides essential support, and wood finishes contribute warmth to public spaces, complementing the natural landscape. Sustainable practices are apparent in the integration of greenery, which not only enhances air quality but also offers natural insulation. The project innovatively features floating housing units to mitigate flooding risks and incorporates multi-functional spaces to adapt to changing community needs. Additionally, local architectural styles are reflected in the design, promoting a sense of cultural identity among residents.

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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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