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Green Roof and Adjustable Ceiling in Compact Community Living

Author:
Hani Fakhani
Green Roof and Adjustable Ceiling in Compact Community Living

Project in-detail

The integration of a green roof with an adjustable ceiling in a compact layout optimizes living space while emphasizing environmental sustainability in a community-oriented design.
5 key facts about this project
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Adjustable ceiling height allows for versatile interior use.
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Green roof promotes biodiversity and enhances thermal performance.
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Compact design efficiently integrates essential living functions.
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Modular structure facilitates easy construction and adaptability.
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Interactive elevation enhances natural light and outdoor connection.

The architectural design project "SPIS: Simple Process, Infinite Solutions" showcases a modern take on urban living by incorporating essential residential functions within a compact space. Located in a contemporary urban setting, the design prioritizes both individual privacy and opportunities for social interaction. With a total area of 67 m², it features a master bedroom, a secondary bedroom, a kitchen, a living room, a water closet, and a corridor, all arranged to optimize usability and comfort.

Spatial Configuration

Each area in the layout has been carefully sized to ensure practicality. The living room occupies 11 m², while the water closet measures 6 m². The two bedrooms are designed with dimensions of 11 m² and 18 m², respectively. The kitchen takes up 7 m², and the corridor has an area of 14 m². This thoughtful organization highlights a clear response to the demands of urban living, balancing space constraints with the need for functional areas.

Distinctive Features

A notable aspect of the design is the hanging ceiling with adjustable height options. This allows for better use of vertical space and provides flexible storage solutions. Elevations and sections at a scale of 1/100 reveal important components such as roof gutters that contribute to effective rainwater management throughout the design.

Sustainable Practices

Sustainability plays a key role in the design with the inclusion of a green roof. This feature not only adds visual interest but also helps support local wildlife and reduces heat in the building. The placement of solar panels aligns with the goal of energy efficiency, indicating a commitment to environmentally sound practices in urban settings.

Community Engagement

The site plan emphasizes an arrangement of housing units that creates clear pathways, promoting privacy while inviting community interaction. Courtyards act as a bridge between private and shared spaces, enhancing social connections among residents. The design cleverly considers mass and void, resulting in welcoming spaces that combine practicality with visual appeal.

Finally, the project employs transparency through interactive elevations, strengthening the relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces. Natural light floods the interiors, enhancing the quality of daily life for residents and fostering a sense of openness.

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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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