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Mirrored Spaces and Playwood Harmony in Community Reading Hub

Authors:
Silvia Gomez junco ruiz, Martha marina Gonzalez perez
Mirrored Spaces and Playwood Harmony in Community Reading Hub

Project in-detail

With walls of mirrors creating an illusion of infinite space and the warmth of Playwood defining its interior, the reading hub serves as a dynamic community space for engagement and reflection.
5 key facts about this project
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Walls of mirrors create an illusion of infinite space within the reading area.
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Flexible seating arrangements adapt to various reading positions for user comfort.
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Playwood is used throughout for warmth and visual appeal, enhancing the inviting atmosphere.
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Interactive features invite users to post recommendations and motivational quotes.
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The design emphasizes visibility and accessibility, connecting directly with the plaza's dynamics.

The design presents a modern library environment that encourages community interaction through reading. It is located in a central plaza, serving as a focal point while integrating functionality with a contemporary look. The overall concept combines features of traditional library architecture with the dynamics of modern social spaces. This creates an inviting atmosphere for diverse users looking to engage in various reading experiences.

Interactive Features

The library integrates several interactive elements that foster community involvement. Users can post their opinions, book recommendations, and motivational quotes, promoting a sense of belonging within the space. This transformation from a solitary environment to a lively community hub encourages the exchange of ideas among visitors.

Spatial Arrangement

The design emphasizes visibility and accessibility. The reading area is a key part of the plaza, promoting ease of movement for all users, such as young adults, families, and professionals. A minimalist aesthetic prevails, leading to a calm environment suitable for both individual reading and group activities. The thoughtful layout ensures that the library is easily approachable and inviting.

Materiality and Aesthetics

Playwood is the primary material used, aligning with the library’s clean visual language. This choice enhances functionality while also supporting the overall design vision. The warm tones of the material help create a welcoming atmosphere, making the space comfortable for all visitors. Thoughtful material selection reinforces the library's purpose and connects it to the surrounding environment.

Illusion of Space

Mirrors are skillfully used throughout the design to create an illusion of infinite space, enhancing visual interest. This not only adds depth to the reading area, but also resonates with current trends in social media, encouraging users to share their experiences.

Natural light flows through large openings, casting soft shadows that create a dynamic interaction between light and space. This attention to natural illumination enriches the library’s welcoming atmosphere, inviting visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the world of reading.

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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

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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