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Hexagonal Housing Beneath Bridges Featuring Glass Facades and Solar Panels

Hexagonal Housing Beneath Bridges Featuring Glass Facades and Solar Panels

Project in-detail

Utilizing a hexagonal modular design beneath urban bridges, the project integrates reinforced concrete and glass facades with solar panels to create sustainable communal housing solutions.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes hexagonal modules for optimal space efficiency beneath urban bridges.
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Incorporates solar panels for energy self-sufficiency in a communal living environment.
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Features durable glass facades that maximize natural light in compact living spaces.
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Integrates seamlessly with bridge structures to minimize disruption and enhance stability.
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Promotes community interaction through multi-functional public spaces within the design.

## Project Overview

The HexaHive architectural design addresses urban housing challenges by repurposing under-bridge spaces into interconnected community living environments. This concept aims to exploit overlooked urban areas for housing solutions, promoting social interaction while contributing to sustainable urban living. Although the specific geographical context is not defined, the design is intended for urban locales experiencing significant housing shortages.

### Spatial Strategy

Central to the HexaHive design is a hexagonal layout, which promotes both unity and efficiency. This geometric configuration facilitates residential areas that prioritize inclusivity and functionality, echoing the structural harmony found in natural forms such as beehives. The design features modular hexagonal units that can be adapted to a variety of bridge infrastructures, providing flexibility of implementation in diverse urban settings. This spatial organization encourages interaction among residents, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The project incorporates materials selected for their sustainability and durability. Reinforced concrete forms the foundation, ensuring robust structural support, while a steel framework offers stability and facilitates lightweight construction. Glass panels are utilized in residential units to maximize natural light and enhance indoor-outdoor connectivity. Wooden finishes are applied to flooring and furnishings, creating a sense of warmth within the living spaces. Additionally, solar panels are integrated into the design to harness renewable energy, reflecting a commitment to reducing the ecological footprint and promoting energy efficiency within the housing framework.

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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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