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Lattice Facade and Solar Power in a Mobile Tiny Home

Authors:
Melissa Rissel, Charles Harvey
Lattice Facade and Solar Power in a Mobile Tiny Home

Project in-detail

Constructed on a trailer chassis, this mobile tiny home integrates a lattice facade and solar power systems, offering a functional living and workspace for modern professionals.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed on a trailer chassis for easy mobility.
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Incorporates a dual-purpose mezzanine that combines sleeping and storage areas.
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Features a micro-home office with a glass door for privacy.
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Utilizes a lattice facade for visual separation and intimacy.
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Equipped with solar panels for off-grid energy independence.

The compact living solution is designed for young professionals, blending home and workspace within a tiny house format. Located in an area where teleworking is becoming common, the design addresses the current needs of its occupants. It offers a functional space that allows for both living and working while maintaining a comfortable environment. The overall concept emphasizes efficiency and the effective use of limited space, enhancing both practicality and livability.

Living Area and Outdoor Connection

In the center of the layout is the living room, defined by a high ceiling and sliding bay windows that open onto an outdoor deck. These windows create a natural flow between inside and outside, extending the living area. The design captures sunlight, contributing to a bright and open atmosphere. The ability to connect with the outdoors adds to the sense of freedom and space within the home.

Mezzanine and Optimized Functionality

Above the living area is a mezzanine bedroom accessed by a staircase that also serves as storage for essential utilities such as batteries for solar panels and a propane bottle. This approach maximizes vertical space, keeping the area organized while reducing clutter. The design ensures that every inch is put to good use, making the living environment practical and efficient.

Dedicated Workspace Design

A key feature is the micro-home office, positioned to provide a separate workspace from the living areas. Accessed via a ladder, this office can be closed off with a glass door, offering privacy for focused work. By providing a designated work environment, the design allows two professionals to share space without interference in their personal lives. This thoughtful layout caters specifically to those who navigate both work and home within the same boundaries.

Sustainability and Mobility Options

Constructed on a trailer chassis, the house supports mobility, allowing residents to relocate as needed. This is particularly appealing for those who wish to be closer to nature. Sustainable elements like photovoltaic solar panels for energy production, a composting toilet for waste management, and a water collection and filtration system enable off-grid living. These features collectively promote an eco-friendly lifestyle that meets modern expectations of sustainability.

The design achieves a pleasant appearance with wood cladding on the facade. This choice adds warmth and blends with the natural surroundings, enhancing the inviting character of the home.

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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.

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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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