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Fluid Structure Symbolizing Hope in a Diplomatic Context

Authors:
Lucy andrea Flores villa, Wilhelmina Murillo hernandez, Sebastián Gómez garduño, Maricela Peñaflor santiago
Fluid Structure Symbolizing Hope in a Diplomatic Context

Project in-detail

A fluid structure that symbolizes hope and resilience, this memorial is strategically situated in a diplomatic area to raise awareness of human trafficking.
5 key facts about this project
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Fluid structure emphasizes the emotional connection to human trafficking victims.
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Situated in a prominent diplomatic location for increased visibility.
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Symbolizes hope through a design that encourages visitor interaction.
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Embraces the surrounding environment while maintaining a distinct identity.
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Focuses on conveying a powerful message rather than specific materials used.

The memorial serves as a response to the global issue of human trafficking and is located in a significant diplomatic area. The design aims to bring attention to the hardships faced by victims while promoting awareness through its conceptual framework. It embodies themes of hope and resilience, visually representing a victim reaching out for help amid hardship.

Conceptual Framework

The design emphasizes human struggle and aspiration, captured within a fluid structure that moves away from traditional architectural shapes. This design choice fosters emotional engagement, inviting visitors to reflect on the challenging experiences of those impacted by human trafficking. The dynamic form stands in contrast to the more rigid structures around it, highlighting the memorial's importance and purpose.

Materiality

The presentation does not specify the materials used in the construction of the memorial. This focus on concept over material allows for a clear and emotional connection to the message. The absence of detailed material descriptions invites viewers to focus on the meaning behind the design, enhancing its emotional impact.

Spatial Interaction

The memorial interacts with its surroundings, creating a conversation between the new design and the existing environment. By embracing the context, it retains a unique identity while encouraging a connection with the space around it. This relationship enriches the visitor experience, prompting engagement with the memorial and the critical issues it addresses.

In a compelling design detail, the memorial culminates in a sweeping gesture that symbolizes the act of reaching out. This final element captures both vulnerability and hope, serving as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by victims and underscoring the need for continued awareness and action.

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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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