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Geodesic Dome Structures Featuring Kingspan Panels for Sustainable Community Living

Authors:
Nora Kavukcu, Sherin Jacob
Geodesic Dome Structures Featuring Kingspan Panels for Sustainable Community Living

Project in-detail

Geodesic domes constructed with Kingspan panels and earth plaster create a self-sufficient community in South Sudan, integrating sustainable living practices with essential educational and social facilities.
5 key facts about this project
01
Geodesic dome design enhances thermal efficiency and reduces energy needs.
02
Integrated water harvesting systems address local water scarcity effectively.
03
Local materials like mud plaster promote cultural relevance and sustainability.
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Elevated structures allow for agricultural practices beneath living spaces.
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Community-centered layout fosters social interaction and resource accessibility.

### Project Overview
Located in South Sudan, the OASIA design addresses pressing environmental and social challenges, particularly drought, inefficient land usage, and sustainability. This initiative focuses on developing a self-sufficient living environment characterized as a "blue zone" that enhances living standards, promotes energy efficiency, and fosters community resilience against climate change.

### Spatial Strategy and Community Features
The plan encompasses carefully delineated zones that include micro homes, a community school, a waste management facility, and a community center. Each element is designed for functional integration while ensuring ecological sustainability. The micro homes feature geodesic domes, notable for their thermal insulation capabilities, which collectively encourage social interaction among residents. The community center serves a multifunctional purpose, acting as a hub for gatherings and educational activities, thereby reinforcing community ties.

### Materiality and Sustainability Measures
The project employs a range of sustainable materials aimed at reducing the ecological footprint. Kingspan panels provide thermal efficiency, while mud plaster supports local craftsmanship and ensures comfort. The design incorporates strategically positioned glass panels for natural light and ventilation, complemented by a wooden framework that balances structural integrity with low environmental impact. Unique features include integrated rainwater harvesting systems and solar panels, promoting water conservation and renewable energy usage. Furthermore, a circular economy model is employed that links organic farming and waste recycling, demonstrating an innovative approach to sustainability in architecture.

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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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