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Modular Living With Movable Walls and Sustainable Ceramics

Author:
Oguzhan Ertugrul
Modular Living With Movable Walls and Sustainable Ceramics

Project in-detail

Equipped with movable walls and integrated rainwater collection systems, this modular house offers flexible living solutions while emphasizing sustainability through the use of durable ceramic and parquet materials.
5 key facts about this project
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Equipped with movable interior walls that allow for adaptable layouts.
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Incorporates solar panels for renewable energy use.
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Features integrated rainwater collection systems for sustainability.
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Constructed with durable parquet and ceramic finishes for longevity.
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Includes a modular pool, adding recreational space within the design.

The Ali Box house is a foldable modular design measuring 123 square meters. It serves as a modern housing solution, focusing on efficient use and adaptability. The concept underscores modularity, enabling quick assembly and personalization to accommodate various living needs while being mindful of environmental concerns.

Modular Structure

The design consists of individual modules that fulfill specific roles, allowing for flexible arrangements to suit the occupants' needs. This modular approach makes it possible to customize spaces for living, working, or leisure activities. Each module's purpose can shift, reflecting the changing demands of daily life.

Sustainable Features

Sustainability is a core aspect of the Ali Box. Solar panels collect renewable energy, while rainwater tanks minimize dependence on external water sources. These elements are practical and contribute to a reduced environmental footprint, promoting responsible living in a modern context.

Interior Integration

Movable walls define spaces within the modules, creating areas such as corridors and rooms. These walls can shift positions using specialized mechanisms, allowing for different configurations. This feature enhances the living environment's flexibility, ensuring it adapts to various activities and needs.

Material Considerations

Materials are carefully chosen to enhance both aesthetics and functionality. Parquet and ceramics are used throughout the design, providing durable finishes that are visually appealing and suited for high-use areas. These selections demonstrate a focus on quality, ensuring the space remains attractive and practical over time.

The inclusion of a modular pool is a notable feature, setting the Ali Box apart from standard homes. This recreational element is integrated into the overall design, emphasizing a harmonious relationship between living spaces and areas for relaxation.

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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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