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Modular Community Living Crafted from Prefabricated Concrete and Sustainable Materials

Authors:
Tommaso Baudi di Vesme Gabutti, Stefania Eusebietti, Giovanni Comoglio, Francesco Mongiovì
Modular Community Living Crafted from Prefabricated Concrete and Sustainable Materials

Project in-detail

Crafted from prefabricated concrete panels and designed for flexibility with modular units, the initiative promotes efficient communal living while integrating sustainable practices and natural light.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted using prefabricated concrete panels for expedited construction and cost efficiency.
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Modular design allows for flexible configurations, accommodating varying resident needs.
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Incorporates extensive glass elements to maximize natural light and facilitate indoor-outdoor flow.
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Features a thermal insulation strategy that enhances energy efficiency in different climate conditions.
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Design emphasizes communal spaces to foster social interaction among residents.

### Overview

The project "make (it) up" is located in a contemporary urban setting, focusing on the integration of modular and adaptable living spaces. The design intent is to create an architecture that responds to diverse resident needs through flexibility and functionality, while maintaining a strong connection with the surrounding environment.

### Spatial Efficiency and Functionality

The architectural layout features vertically stacked residential units designed to optimize space. Each module accommodates various configurations, providing for 18 to 36 beds based on user requirements, which can include both individual occupants and larger groups. Common areas such as living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms are strategically organized to enhance usability and interaction. Natural light is maximized through the thoughtful placement of windows, ensuring a connection between indoor environments and the exterior landscape.

### Material Selection and Sustainability

The design employs a selection of materials that underscore its sustainability and aesthetic objectives. Prefabricated concrete panels are utilized for their thermal efficiency, complemented by wooden flooring that adds warmth to the interiors. A lightweight steel frame structure ensures robustness, while insulated wall panels enhance energy conservation. Glass elements are incorporated to promote transparency, allowing daylight to illuminate the interior spaces.

Sustainability is further reinforced through the inclusion of solar panels and a ventilation system that facilitates natural airflow. The project's commitment to environmental integration is evident in its architectural form and material choices, which collectively foster a harmonious relationship between the built environment and the natural surroundings.

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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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