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Geothermal Stone Facade With Metal Mesh Canopy in a Climate-Responsive Habitat

Geothermal Stone Facade With Metal Mesh Canopy in a Climate-Responsive Habitat

Project in-detail

A geothermal stone facade and a canopy of metal mesh seamlessly incorporate environmental sensitivity, offering a functional habitat that enhances communal living while prioritizing sustainability.
5 key facts about this project
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Geothermal systems integrated into the stone foundation optimize energy efficiency.
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Metal mesh canopies enhance natural ventilation while maintaining structural integrity.
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Unique bent A-frame design allows for adaptive use of interior spaces.
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Stone facade provides durability while blending with the natural landscape.
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Strategic voids promote airflow and natural lighting throughout the building.

### Project Overview

Located in a context that blends historical references with contemporary design, the project aims to create a dialogue between past architectural archetypes and modern functionality. Drawing inspiration from nomadic structures, the design adapts these ancient motifs to respond to current environmental needs, thus redefining spatial organization while prioritizing sustainable practices.

### Spatial Strategy and User Experience

The site plan is meticulously developed to optimize orientation and enhance connectivity with the surrounding landscape. Communal areas—such as dining rooms, family living rooms, and outdoor terraces—are strategically positioned to promote social interaction. The arrangement of spaces reflects a hierarchy, with the ground level dedicated to service-oriented functions like the kitchen and pantry, ensuring easy accessibility. The upper levels are allocated for private use, where master and guest bedrooms are designed to provide a balance of privacy and openness, facilitated by voids that enhance airflow and light distribution.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The selection of materials is integral to the project's design strategy, emphasizing durability and environmental responsiveness. Stone serves as a foundational element, grounding the structure in its context. Geothermal infrastructure is incorporated to enhance energy efficiency, while expansive glass facades facilitate natural lighting, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces. Additionally, metal mesh is utilized to allow for optimal ventilation and light filtration, contributing to the building's overall functionality and aesthetic. The combination of these materials underscores a commitment to sustainability, addressing local environmental challenges through innovative architectural solutions.

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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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