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Geometric Facades with Elevated Windows Using Sustainable Cladding in Community-Centric Design

Authors:
Krzysztof jÓzef Braszczok, Karolina Sepot, MichaŁ Aleksander Szojda
Geometric Facades with Elevated Windows Using Sustainable Cladding in Community-Centric Design

Project in-detail

Elevated windows emerge from geometric facades clad in sustainable materials, enhancing privacy while fostering community interaction in a thoughtfully designed residential setting.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated window design enhances privacy while allowing natural light.
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Geometric facade incorporates sustainable cladding with unique patterns.
03
Checkerboard layout promotes community interaction without sacrificing seclusion.
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Terraced outdoor areas extend the usable space beyond the building footprint.
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Passive cooling strategies reduce reliance on mechanical systems, enhancing energy efficiency.

## Architectural Design Project Analysis Report

### Overview
Located within a contemporary urban environment characterized by desert landscapes and a warm climate, the project prioritizes both privacy and community interaction in its residential design. The layout encourages integration of outdoor spaces with the built environment, addressing specific climatic considerations while respecting traditional cultural practices.

### Spatial Organization
The zoning plan reflects an innovative approach to privacy and functionality. Communal areas, such as small parks, foster social interaction among families while preserving individual lot boundaries. The arrangement of the houses follows a checkerboard pattern, incorporating elevated windows to limit visual intrusion and enhance privacy. Floor plans are carefully organized to balance communal and private spaces, with the ground floor dedicated to shared areas like living rooms and dining spaces, and the first floor reserved for private bedrooms and prayer rooms.

### Material and Environmental Considerations
A deliberate selection of materials underpins the project’s design ethos, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional integrity. Concrete is utilized for structural stability, while glass elements enhance transparency and natural light. Cladding panels, inspired by traditional geometric patterns, serve as both a decorative feature and a passive cooling mechanism. This focus on sustainable materials supports energy efficiency and diminishes environmental impact. Passive cooling strategies further optimize comfort by regulating indoor temperatures, and outdoor living areas are integrated to extend usable space and promote a connection with nature. The overall design prioritizes cultural sensitivity and low-impact living, showcasing advanced construction technologies like 3D printing.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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