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Modular Living Spaces Enhancing Community Through Affordable Housing

Author:
Aixuan Li
Modular Living Spaces Enhancing Community Through Affordable Housing

Project in-detail

Built with modular living units, this development emphasizes accessibility and community through shared gardening and market spaces, creating an inclusive environment for diverse family structures.
5 key facts about this project
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Community features include dedicated outdoor gardening spaces for residents.
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Three building units promote flexible and modular living arrangements.
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Design accommodates a variety of family structures, fostering diversity.
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Accessible layouts prioritize engagement among residents of all ages.
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Local market spaces enhance neighborhood connectivity and interaction.

The design at Heidestraße 57 in Berlin aims to tackle the city’s increasing demand for affordable housing while encouraging a sense of community. The approach is rooted in the Affordable Housing 2030 Plan, which seeks to create a supportive environment for various family types. The overall concept revolves around inclusion and social interaction, making it a space where different residents can connect and thrive.

Neighborhood Integration
Different family structures are woven into the design. There are aged couples, families with children, single parents, and friends living together within the same community. Each living space is designed to meet the unique requirements of these groups. This thoughtful arrangement fosters a welcoming atmosphere where everyone can feel at home and build connections with their neighbors.

Community Features
Elements like outdoor gardens and a fresh market play a vital role in the layout. These features enhance both the aesthetic and social aspects of the environment. They serve as gathering points, encouraging residents to come together. Whether sharing gardening tips or exchanging local produce, these communal spaces are essential for building relationships among residents.

Building Units and Personal Spaces
The project consists of three building units, which allows for flexible living arrangements. This modular design makes the most of the available space while catering to different types of residents. There are also specific areas for single users and aged individuals, recognizing the need for privacy and personal enjoyment.

Overall, the plan provides practical and community-focused living solutions that promote interaction. It creates a space where residents can engage actively with their surroundings and each other, contributing to a vibrant neighborhood.

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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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