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Living Among Nature with Glass Walls and Local Wood

Authors:
Edina Catana, Ana Catana
Living Among Nature with Glass Walls and Local Wood
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With expansive glass walls that open to connect the interior with the natural landscape, the design incorporates local wood and rainwater systems, creating a functional home for a working couple.
5 key facts about this project
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Expansive glass walls enable full opening to the outdoors.
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Local wood is used for heating and structural elements.
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Includes integrated rainwater collection systems.
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Layout features adaptable spaces to enhance functionality.
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Design emphasizes a strong connection between indoor and outdoor environments.

The Flower Pot House presents a design focused on merging indoor and outdoor living. Situated in a natural environment, it serves as a home for a working couple and emphasizes the importance of connecting with nature. The layout is open and inviting, encouraging interaction with the surroundings while providing a comfortable living space.

Concept and Design Intent

The design revolves around the idea that a home should respond to its surroundings. Featuring large glass walls that can fully open, the house allows abundant natural light to fill the interior. This design choice enhances the occupants' connection to the landscape, creating a strong relationship between the home and nature.

Spatial Configuration

The layout is both practical and adaptable, tailored to meet the needs of its residents. It includes a ground floor area of 15.53 m², which houses a significant storage space of 200 m² and a sauna that occupies 12 m². Additionally, the project includes an attic space measuring 7.62 m², giving further utility to the home while ensuring a comfortable environment for daily living.

Sustainability and Materials

A focus on sustainability permeates the design. The house integrates features such as rainwater usage and locally sourced wood for heating. Efficient electrical systems are also part of the design, reflecting a respect for the environment and a commitment to reducing the overall ecological impact of the dwelling.

Regulatory Compliance and Mobility

The design follows specific caravan road restrictions applicable in the European community. It maintains a maximum weight of 3.5 tons, a height of 4 meters, and a width of 2.55 meters. These specifications help ensure that the structure is portable while maintaining its architectural purpose.

A notable aspect of the design is the full opening of the glass walls. This feature not only invites fresh air and sunlight but also creates an experience of living closely connected to the outdoors.

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The Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 competition invites architects and designers worldwide to rethink small-scale living by creating an off-grid, modular micro dwelling under 25 m². Now in its 11th edition, the contest emphasizes sustainable, innovative, and human-centered design that demonstrates how compact living can have a big impact.

With a €100,000 prize fund, entries will be evaluated for originality, efficiency, and their response to contemporary environmental and social challenges. The competition is open to everyone, with submissions allowed individually or in teams of up to four. Registration closes on 30 September 2026, and winners will be announced on 15 December 2026.

By celebrating creativity within strict limits, MICROHOME 2026 continues to push the boundaries of compact architecture and sustainable living.

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