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Hexagonal Microhouse Using Recycled Waste and Sustainable Frames

Authors:
Sofia Shamanova, Evgenii Lobanov
Hexagonal Microhouse Using Recycled Waste and Sustainable Frames

Project in-detail

Constructed with a prefabricated hexagonal frame and powered by solar panels, this microhouse employs recycled waste materials to offer sustainable living solutions for urban residents.
5 key facts about this project
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Designed to accommodate up to three occupants comfortably.
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Incorporates a modular wall system for customizable interior layouts.
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Features a hexagonal shape that enhances spatial efficiency.
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Constructed with a combination of wooden and metal frames for durability.
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Includes solar panels for self-sufficient energy production.

The GeomeTRIum microhouse project offers a thoughtful response to the ongoing challenge of housing shortages, providing an efficient and compact living solution. Designed to accommodate up to three people, the microhouse features an innovative hexagonal shape that maximizes interior space. Positioned in urban areas where land is scarce, it aims to provide a functional and cohesive living environment without the limitations of traditional design.

Structural Design

At the core of the microhouse is a prefabricated frame, available in wooden or metal options. This structural design emphasizes both strength and lightness, allowing for easy assembly and flexibility. Triangular elements within the design enhance the building's stability and performance, particularly against strong winds, ensuring a safe home for its occupants.

Sustainability Features

The project takes a sustainable approach by utilizing harmless materials sourced from recycled waste. This commitment to eco-friendly practices reduces the environmental impact of construction. The roof is equipped with solar panels, providing renewable energy to the microhouse and promoting a self-sufficient lifestyle. This focus on sustainability is a response to the growing need for environmentally responsible living solutions.

Interior Configuration

Inside, the layout is designed for multiple uses. There are distinct areas for living, dining, and working, catering to the daily activities of residents. A modular wall system allows for flexibility in the building's layout, facilitating personal customization according to the needs of its users. Features like a folding table optimize the use of space, ensuring that the microhouse remains comfortable and functional.

Natural light floods the interior through large windows that bring the outside in. This thoughtful integration creates a warm, inviting atmosphere while maintaining privacy. The combination of geometric design and strategic layout enhances the living experience, making the microhouse a suitable option for those seeking a modern, yet practical living arrangement.

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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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