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Lightweight EPS Structure Featuring Recycled Wood Finishes in a Modern Modular Villa

Authors:
Margarethe Meriane Pimentel De Araujo, Rafaela Marrocos Aragão Feitosa Tinoco, JosÉ Maikel Rodrigues Felix
Lightweight EPS Structure Featuring Recycled Wood Finishes in a Modern Modular Villa

Project in-detail

Constructed with lightweight EPS and finished with recycled wood, this modern modular villa showcases advanced energy systems and an open floor plan, fulfilling contemporary residential needs.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed using lightweight expanded polystyrene for enhanced thermal efficiency.
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Incorporates galvanized steel framing for durability and resistance to weather.
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Features a facade made from Constantin panels with a low carbon footprint.
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Utilizes a water recycling system for improved resource management.
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Integrates solar panels coupled with energy storage solutions for self-sufficiency.

**Overview**

The House of the Future Luxury Modular Villa 212 is situated in a rapidly developing urban area near central Dubai. This residential project aims to meet contemporary living demands while prioritizing sustainability and minimizing environmental impact. Through a modular construction approach, the design reflects innovation in both aesthetics and functionality, providing a high-quality living environment that balances luxury with ecological considerations.

**Modular Construction Principles**

The villa leverages modular construction principles, facilitating efficiency in assembly and adaptability to varying site conditions. This methodology not only enhances the architectural integrity but also optimizes the construction process by reducing waste. The project integrates lightweight, durable materials with advanced energy solutions, contributing to a minimized carbon footprint and efficient resource use.

**Materials and Sustainability Strategies**

The selection of materials is a fundamental aspect of the design, encompassing expanded polystyrene for its thermal insulation properties, galvanized steel for structural support, and recycled wood to promote aesthetic appeal and sustainability. Unique applications include Constantin panels for the facade, chosen for their zero carbon footprint options. Water recycling systems, encompassing rainwater harvesting and greywater reclamation, alongside solar panels and natural ventilation strategies, further underscore the project's commitment to sustainability.

**Spatial Organization and Aesthetic Design**

The villa features a multi-level layout that maximizes living space and functionality. The ground floor's open-concept design fosters a connection between indoor and outdoor environments, enhancing natural light and air circulation. Private quarters are strategically placed on upper levels to maintain privacy while offering scenic views. The modern exterior, characterized by clean lines and sophisticated materials, includes vertical wooden slats for shading, harmoniously integrating with the surrounding landscape.

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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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