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Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Author:
Anna Filippova
Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Project in-detail

Drawing inspiration from the Skogar Museum and traditional Icelandic elements, the design incorporates a green roof that enhances biodiversity while providing a community space for engagement and interaction.
5 key facts about this project
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Inspired by the Skogar Museum and traditional Icelandic culture.
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Integrates a green roof to support local plant biodiversity.
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Designed to enhance indoor-outdoor connectivity through large openings.
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Utilizes sustainable landscaping techniques for environmental resilience.
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Creates a functional community space fostering engagement and interaction.

The architectural design features a green roof that draws inspiration from local museums. It is set in the rich cultural landscape of Iceland and serves to enhance community engagement. The design concept emphasizes a strong connection to the historical and natural surroundings, integrating modern architectural methods with traditional influences.

Conceptual Framework

The green roof serves as a key feature in the design, promoting sustainability. It contributes to better insulation and manages rainwater effectively. The vegetation creates an environment that encourages biodiversity while providing a functional space for the community. This approach allows the building to blend naturally with its environment.

Spatial Integration

The layout is designed to encourage a strong connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Large windows and openings bring in natural light and offer views of the landscape. The design promotes natural ventilation as well, helping to create a comfortable atmosphere. Users benefit from spaces filled with light, which fosters a connection to the outdoor environment.

Cultural Resonance

Influences from local museums can be seen in the architectural elements, linking the structure to its cultural context. The forms and patterns reflect traditional Icelandic architecture, reinforcing a sense of place. By incorporating these elements, the project respects its historical background while offering modern functionality.

The green roof is not only visually appealing but also designed to support local plant life. This attention to ecological detail allows the building to function as part of the landscape, enriching the environment and enhancing the overall user experience.

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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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