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Graphic Facade Crafted From Plywood and Stainless Steel for Urban Coffee Experience

Author:
Michele Aruanno
Graphic Facade Crafted From Plywood and Stainless Steel for Urban Coffee Experience

Project in-detail

Crafted with a graphic facade of plywood and stainless steel, this mobile coffee house seamlessly integrates function with community engagement in urban spaces.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted using a graphic facade that visually represents coffee beans.
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Modular configuration allows for adaptability in various urban locations.
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Optimized internal layout separates functional zones for efficiency.
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Use of plywood and stainless steel promotes both durability and aesthetics.
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Removable furniture enhances flexibility for diverse customer interactions.

## KREMM Tiny Coffee House Project Overview

Located in urban environments, the KREMM Tiny Coffee House is part of the "Big Tiny Coffee House Challenge" and aims to provide a functional mobile coffee service that fosters social interaction. This design responds to both serene park settings and bustling city squares, creating an inviting atmosphere for users.

### Spatial Organization and Efficiency

The layout of KREMM is carefully organized into distinct zones for working, preparation, cleaning, and storage, ensuring operational efficiency. An open service counter emphasizes interaction between baristas and patrons, facilitating a smooth flow during high-traffic periods. Key areas within the structure include:

- **Working Area**: Strategically located for optimal workflow, equipped with essential coffee-making appliances.
- **Preparation Zone**: Designed with organized storage for coffee beans and pastries, allowing for quick access and efficient service.
- **Cleaning Zone**: Positioned to streamline cleaning processes while adhering to hygiene standards.
- **Storage Area**: Optimizes vertical space for ingredient and equipment storage, minimizing ground-level clutter.

### Material Selection and Sustainability

The selected materials reflect a commitment to functionality and aesthetic appeal. Notable materials utilized include:

- **Plywood**: Employed for interior cabinetry and structural elements, providing both durability and a lightweight framework.
- **Stainless Steel**: Used for surfaces and appliances, facilitating hygiene and ease of maintenance.
- **Graphic Facade**: External surfaces feature artistic representations of coffee themes, enhancing visual interest and brand identity.
- **Composite Panels**: These panels form the outer shell, combining insulation with a contemporary design aesthetic.

The design integrates sustainable practices through a modular approach, allowing for environmentally friendly operations and the potential incorporation of renewable energy sources. Adaptable seating, composed of lightweight and removable furniture, further supports flexibility in various settings, enabling the mobile unit to cater to diverse user needs.

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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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