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Geometric Form Created With Glass and Steel in a Community-Focused Artist Retreat

Author:
PAWIN WATTANACHAIYINGCHAROEN
Geometric Form Created With Glass and Steel in a Community-Focused Artist Retreat

Project in-detail

A dynamic geometric structure of glass and steel serves as a collaborative retreat for artists, providing adaptable studio spaces and communal areas that foster creative engagement within the vibrant context of Bangkok.
5 key facts about this project
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Dynamic geometric form integrates seamlessly with the urban space.
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Extensive use of glass enhances natural light and visual connectivity.
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Adaptable studio layouts promote both individual and collaborative art practices.
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Community areas encourage engagement between residents and the local population.
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Sustainable materials include steel, wood, and localized concrete finishes.

### Project Overview
Located in the vibrant urban environment of Bangkok, Thailand, the Bangkok Artist Retreat is designed to serve as a dedicated space for artists to live, create, and interact with the local community. The architectural intent centers on fostering an environment that encourages artistic reflection and collaboration, utilizing a sculptural form that shifts traditional architectural boundaries.

### Spatial Organization
The interior layout of the retreat spans multiple levels, accommodating diverse functionality tailored to the needs of artists. The artist studios offer both short- and long-term residency options, allowing for focused creative work. Flexible exhibition areas provide platforms for showcasing artworks, facilitating engagement with the surrounding community. Communal spaces are strategically inserted to promote informal gatherings and collaboration, reinforcing the importance of social interaction in the creative process. Visual connectivity is prioritized throughout the design, encouraging movement between spaces and enhancing the retreat's integration with the public.

### Materiality and Design Details
The retreat employs an array of materials that enhance its reflective qualities and respond to the local climate. Extensive use of glass on the exterior maximizes natural light, facilitating a visual connection with the outdoors. Steel elements provide structural integrity while allowing for complex geometric forms. Interspersed wood in interior spaces adds warmth and texture, contrasting with the sleek glass and steel finishes. Concrete is used as a foundational material, anchoring the structure within its urban context. The dynamic external facades respond to shifting light conditions, creating a visually engaging experience for both occupants and passersby.

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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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