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Hexagonal Pinewood Platforms Integrated into Marshland with Galvanized Steel Connections

Authors:
Johanna Olpp, Henning Storch
Hexagonal Pinewood Platforms Integrated into Marshland with Galvanized Steel Connections

Project in-detail

Elevated hexagonal platforms constructed from sustainably sourced pinewood and supported by galvanized steel provide an unobtrusive visitor experience within the marshland, fostering interaction with the natural environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Hexagonal platforms optimize space efficiency while minimizing material waste.
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Elevated walkways prevent soil erosion and protect sensitive marsh habitats.
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Sustainably sourced pinewood promotes environmental responsibility and local sourcing.
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Galvanized steel connections enhance structural integrity and durability.
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Modular design allows for adaptable visitor engagement with the surrounding environment.

## Overview

The Adaptive Hexagons project is situated within Kemer National Park along the Baltic Sea coastline, aiming to enhance the visitor experience while preserving the park’s ecological integrity. The design integrates architectural elements with natural landscapes, creating opportunities for exploration and interaction without disrupting the existing environment.

## Spatial Configuration and User Interaction

The project features hexagonally shaped platforms that serve multiple functions such as observation points and educational displays about local biodiversity. This configuration optimizes usability while minimizing material waste, promoting efficient design practices. A spiral pathway ascends from ground level to an observational platform, providing visitors with a dynamic visual experience that unfolds the landscape gradually, encouraging exploration and discovery.

## Materiality and Environmental Considerations

Sustainably sourced materials play a crucial role in the design, with primary construction comprising local timber and galvanized steel. The use of pinewood for columns, beams, and footbridges, alongside durable steel elements, reflects a commitment to both durability and ecological responsibility. Elevated pathways reduce soil erosion and protect fragile marsh habitats, facilitating access to serene water bodies while maintaining ecological balance. This thoughtful material selection and construction approach exemplify an effort to align architectural practices with the principles of environmental stewardship.

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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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