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Glass Greenhouse Integrating Resource Exchange in a Community Hub

Authors:
Andrew Lockhart, Cody Loeffen
Glass Greenhouse Integrating Resource Exchange in a Community Hub

Project in-detail

The integration of a glass greenhouse and dedicated resource exchange areas creates a multifunctional community hub that supports local agriculture and fosters cultural engagement in the Myvatn region.
5 key facts about this project
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A glass greenhouse roof enhances natural light while promoting local agriculture.
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Dedicated resource exchange areas facilitate sustainability and community engagement.
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An amphitheater integrates with the landscape for social gatherings and performances.
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The layout accommodates multiple community functions and flexible events.
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Cultural facilitator spaces support local artists and artistic initiatives.

Myvatn Exchange is located in the Myvatn region, designed to enhance community interaction and support local tourism. The project aims to serve as a multifunctional hub that brings together resources, culture, and skills. Its design focuses on sustainability and cultural exchange, promoting active engagement among residents and visitors.

Functional Spaces
The layout includes various functional spaces, such as a multi-purpose room, kitchen, and outdoor deck. These areas are thoughtfully arranged to allow easy movement between activities, ensuring accessibility while fostering social interaction. The design accommodates multiple community events and needs, offering flexible environments that suit different purposes.

Architectural Features
Notable elements of the design are the glass structures, including a main entry and a greenhouse roof. These features allow natural light to fill the interior, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. The glass greenhouse enclosure supports the project’s commitment to local agriculture and environmental sustainability, reinforcing a connection with the surrounding landscape.

Resource Management
Resource management plays a central role in the design. Dedicated areas are set aside for resource exchanges, repair services, and recycling. This approach encourages a circular economy within the community. By facilitating connections among locals and businesses, the project emphasizes sustainability and responsible resource use.

Cultural Engagement
Cultural engagement is highlighted with spaces designed for artistic activities and performances. Features like an amphitheater and an outdoor community garden create opportunities for collaboration among local artists and residents. These elements enhance social interaction and participation, contributing to the project’s identity as a center for cultural activity.

The amphitheater is thoughtfully integrated into the landscape, providing a natural setting for events and gathering. This design choice reflects a commitment to blending built environments with nature, offering a space that encourages community connection and celebration.

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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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