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Mashrabiyya Facade Featuring Floral Patterns in an Eco-Friendly Villa Design

Author:
Mohamad M Najeeb Kayali
Mashrabiyya Facade Featuring Floral Patterns in an Eco-Friendly Villa Design

Project in-detail

The intricate mashrabiyya facade with floral patterns enhances both privacy and natural light in this eco-friendly villa designed for contemporary family living.
5 key facts about this project
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The villa incorporates a traditional mashrabiyya facade that allows for natural light while ensuring privacy.
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Solar panels are integrated into the roof design, promoting energy efficiency for the household.
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Architectural details feature intricate floral patterns that tie to cultural heritage.
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The villa's layout includes interconnected living spaces, enhancing social interaction among family members.
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Materials such as aluminum window frames and decorative cement stone provide durability and visual interest.

## Project Overview

The design features a four-bedroom villa, complemented by a maid's room, situated in a context influenced by historical Arab architectural traditions. The intent is to merge modern living requirements with cultural authenticity, drawing inspiration from traditional elements such as the mashrabiyya—a window structure designed to facilitate airflow and natural light while ensuring privacy. This approach fosters a connection to the region's architectural heritage while catering to contemporary lifestyle needs.

## Spatial Organization

The layout encompasses an internal area of **318 square meters**, effectively organized across two primary levels. The ground floor includes interconnected family living and dining areas that encourage social interaction, a functional kitchen, a private maid's room, and a formal living area that provides a retreat. Additionally, convenience is prioritized with public spaces like a powder room and garage. The first floor is dedicated to four spacious bedrooms that promote comfort, alongside a versatile office room suitable for work-from-home arrangements. This spatial strategy enhances functional efficiency and supports the overall living experience by integrating diverse uses within the home.

## Materiality and Sustainability

The villa’s material palette melds modern and traditional elements to enrich both visual and functional qualities. Key materials include durable aluminum window frames, PVC double glazing for thermal and acoustic insulation, and various plaster finishes that create a clean aesthetic while reflecting light. Innovative decorative cement stone accents offer texture, particularly on the façade. Sustainability is a notable focus, with strategic window placements and orientation that optimize passive cooling and natural ventilation, thereby reducing dependency on artificial climate control systems. The inclusion of 39 solar panels on the roof further emphasizes the commitment to renewable energy and energy efficiency, positioning the villa as a forward-thinking residential dwelling.

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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.

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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