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Hexagonal Modular Housing Integrating Green Roofs and Local Wood Materials

Author:
Brice Kremer
Hexagonal Modular Housing Integrating Green Roofs and Local Wood Materials

Project in-detail

Designed with octagonal shapes and constructed from local wood materials, the residence incorporates green roofs and natural light to create a flexible living environment that fosters community.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates an octagonal layout to enhance spatial flexibility and communal connectivity.
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Features green roofs that promote biodiversity and improve energy efficiency.
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Constructed from locally sourced materials to minimize ecological impact.
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Utilizes operable windows and overhangs for optimal natural ventilation and light.
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Integrates modular elements that allow for future expansion and customization.

### Overview

Located near a body of water, the project emphasizes the integration of nature and sustainability in residential design. The intent is to address contemporary environmental and economic challenges through a modular and flexible architectural approach that enhances the living experience while fostering a sense of community.

### Spatial Strategy and User Experience

The design utilizes a modular system of octagonal units, promoting adaptability and allowing for various configurations. This arrangement facilitates communal living and encourages social interaction while preserving individual privacy. The flexible layout accommodates a variety of uses, ensuring both communal gathering spaces and private areas coexist harmoniously. This approach reflects a growing trend in residential design towards community-focused living environments.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The selection of materials plays a significant role in reinforcing the project’s connection to the natural environment. Reinforced concrete ensures structural stability, while extensive use of glass maximizes natural light and provides expansive views. Green roof systems not only enhance insulation and promote biodiversity, but also contribute to energy efficiency. Sustainable wood elements are incorporated into the design, adding aesthetic warmth and visually connecting the structure with its surroundings. Together, these materials work to minimize the ecological footprint while supporting the overall ecological consciousness of the design.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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