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Geometric Glass Facade With Integrated Green Roof and Steel Framework in A Fashion-Centric Community Hub

Authors:
Songpol Atthakorn, Nisa Srikulsasitorn, Rungnapa Kiatthitinan, Thitirat Chaipongrit
Geometric Glass Facade With Integrated Green Roof and Steel Framework in A Fashion-Centric Community Hub

Project in-detail

The geometric glass facade and integrated green roof complement the steel framework, creating a multifunctional hub for fashion and community engagement in the heart of Bangkok.
5 key facts about this project
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Geometric glass facade enhances natural lighting and visual connectivity.
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Integrated green roof improves energy efficiency and promotes biodiversity.
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Steel framework supports a flexible and adaptable interior layout.
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Public plaza design fosters community interaction and engagement.
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Multiple exhibition zones allow for diverse fashion presentations and events.

## Overview

Located in Bangkok, Thailand, “I Am Fashion Hub” serves as a center for fashion and creative industries, designed to facilitate interaction among designers, enthusiasts, and the public. The project emphasizes accessibility and community engagement, reflecting the dynamic nature of the fashion sector. Its architectural form features a geometric composition that balances solid and void spaces, utilizing transparency to enhance user interaction and promote social connectivity.

### Spatial Organization and Functionality

The layout comprises multiple zones dedicated to various functions, including retail, exhibition spaces, offices, and relaxation areas. This deliberate organization provides a clear distinction between public and private spaces, thereby enhancing functionality while encouraging social interaction. The architecture's open areas foster foot traffic and a connection between indoor and outdoor environments, aligning with contemporary lifestyles.

### Materiality and Sustainability

Material selections prioritize durability and aesthetic coherence. Glass is prominently used for its transparency, allowing natural light to permeate the interior while contributing to energy efficiency. Structural elements of steel provide stability with slender profiles, complementing the design's visual dynamic. Concrete flooring ensures an industrial aesthetic and longevity, while wood accents in the interior add warmth and contrast. Additionally, green roof systems are integrated to support sustainability initiatives, improve insulation, and promote biodiversity, thereby enhancing the building's environmental performance.

Overall, the project incorporates energy-efficient strategies, including passive solar design and rainwater harvesting, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability while inviting public engagement through exhibitions and events centered around fashion and culture.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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