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Lattice-Faced Structure Integrating Steel and Glass for Community Engagement in Casablanca

Author:
Dona Suriyaarachchi
Lattice-Faced Structure Integrating Steel and Glass for Community Engagement in Casablanca

Project in-detail

A steel and glass lattice facade envelops a multi-level educational facility in Casablanca, providing a platform for awareness and dialogue against extremism through its thoughtfully designed interactive spaces.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a unique lattice facade that blends traditional Moroccan patterns with modern materials.
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Features flexible interior spaces designed specifically for interactive educational programs.
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Incorporates extensive glazing to enhance natural light and promote a welcoming atmosphere.
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Includes community engagement areas that facilitate dialogue and social interaction.
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Constructed with a focus on sustainability, using materials like steel and wood efficiently.

### Project Overview
The Casablanca Bombing Rooms is located in Casablanca, Morocco, and serves as a venue focused on addressing extremism and violence through education and dialogue. Designed to foster interaction among visitors, the structure aims to create an environment conducive to the exchange of ideas and the understanding of diverse perspectives.

### Spatial Strategy
The building is organized across five floors, encompassing a total area of 1,242 square meters. The spatial composition includes distinct areas dedicated to Awareness, Education, and Research. The first floor features a reception area and an exhibition space that introduces the project's themes, while the second floor accommodates a library and reading room designed for quiet reflection and informal engagement. On the third floor, additional library spaces and washroom facilities promote further study, complemented by a balcony that connects users to the outdoors. The fourth floor prioritizes educational functions, housing classrooms and a conference area, while the fifth floor contains research and management offices, along with collaborative spaces that support the operational and community-oriented aspects of the venue.

### Materiality and Structural Elements
The design is characterized by a Lattice-work Shell that envelops the structure, creating a dynamic facade inspired by traditional Moroccan patterns but employing contemporary materials. This combination seeks to bridge historical and modern elements, reflecting cultural identity while addressing contemporary challenges. Key materials used include concrete as the primary structural element, expansive glass for windows to enhance natural light and visibility, steel for the lattice framework, and wood for internal furnishings that add warmth to the overall design. This material selection not only contributes to the aesthetic quality of the building but also reinforces its functional and programmatic intentions.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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