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Layered Glass Facades and Natural Wood Elements in a Community Cultural Hub

Author:
Paul Bo Peng
Layered Glass Facades and Natural Wood Elements in a Community Cultural Hub

Project in-detail

With its layered glass façades and natural wood elements, the design fosters an inviting atmosphere for community engagement within a multifunctional cultural center.
5 key facts about this project
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Layered glass façades provide transparency and connectivity to the surrounding urban landscape.
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Cross-laminated timber panels are utilized for structural integrity and sustainability.
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Charred wooden shingles enhance durability while creating a unique aesthetic.
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Flexible interior spaces accommodate various cultural activities and events.
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Water features integrated into the landscape enhance sensory engagement and environmental harmony.

**Overview**
The Guangzhou Daily Group Culture Center is situated along the riverfront in Guangzhou, China, and serves as a central hub for cultural engagement within the urban landscape. Designed to meet modern social needs, the project emphasizes communication and the dissemination of culture through its architectural form, which draws inspiration from the historical significance of print media. The design concept prioritizes transparency and accessibility, aiming to create an inviting atmosphere for community interaction.

**Spatial Configuration**
The spatial organization consists of distinct yet cohesive structures arranged in blocks, facilitating a relationship between the built environment and the natural surroundings. Paths and interconnected outdoor spaces provide a navigational framework for visitors, enhancing their experience of cultural activities such as exhibitions and performances. Landscape features, including water elements and greenery, contribute to a balanced integration of nature within the urban context, enriching the user experience through visually and acoustically pleasing environments.

**Material Selection**
Material choices for the Culture Center are pivotal in achieving both aesthetic appeal and functionality. The extensive use of glass for facades promotes openness and connectivity, while steel supports structural integrity and flexibility. Concrete forms the foundational elements, offering stability, and warm wood accents are incorporated into interior spaces to create a welcoming atmosphere. Water features—such as ponds and fountains—are integrated into the design to enhance the overall landscape, contributing to environmental sustainability and providing aesthetic beauty. These collective materials articulate a contemporary architectural language that aligns with the project’s cultural objectives.

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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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