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Movable Workspaces Enveloped in Transparent Glass and Local Bricks for Community Engagement

Authors:
Maxence Fougère, Charline Michel
Movable Workspaces Enveloped in Transparent Glass and Local Bricks for Community Engagement

Project in-detail

Movable workspaces surrounded by transparent glass and locally sourced bricks create an adaptable environment that fosters community engagement and artistic collaboration.
5 key facts about this project
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Movable structures allow for dynamic use of space, adapting to various community needs.
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Transparent glass facades enhance visibility and foster interaction between indoor and outdoor environments.
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Local bricks integrate the hub with the regional architectural context, promoting sustainability.
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Flexible layouts accommodate diverse activities, from workshops to community events.
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The design prioritizes public engagement by incorporating open areas in parks and waterfronts.

## Overview

The NETWORKSHOP and Creative Hub is located in Adelaide, Australia, designed to enhance urban creativity by integrating a central creative hub with various spillover spaces throughout the city. The project addresses the growing demand for artistic collaboration and innovation, providing a framework that promotes cultural engagement across diverse neighborhoods. The architectural design serves to establish a cohesive artistic presence, ensuring accessibility and fostering community interactions.

## Spatial Organization and User Engagement

### Central Hub Configuration

The architectural layout emphasizes a distinctive central structure organized around geometric forms that facilitate a range of creative activities. The design incorporates a multi-functional "New Nave," which functions as an open venue for art installations, performances, workshops, and community gatherings. This expansive area is crafted to promote expression and community interaction. Adjacent to this, the "Side Aisle" is designated for administrative functions, children’s nurseries, and private workspaces, thus providing opportunities for both collaborative and solitary creative processes.

### Public Interface and Urban Integration

Public interaction spaces are integrated throughout the project, functioning as engagement catalysts. Outdoor areas, including parks and waterfronts, extend the creative influence and invite organic participation in nature-enhanced environments. Movable structures within these spaces can transform into temporary studios or performance venues, enriching the urban fabric. Furthermore, the project's strategic approach to site selection reinforces connectivity and accessibility across Adelaide, fostering cultural synergy throughout various sectors.

## Material Selection and Sustainability

The material palette reflects modernity while respecting the historical context of Adelaide’s architectural landscape. Key materials include:

- **Concrete**: Providing structural integrity and durability.
- **Glass**: Promoting openness and transparency, enhancing connectivity between interior and exterior spaces.
- **Steel**: Serving as a versatile framing element that contributes to the contemporary aesthetic.
- **Bricks (incorporating local stone)**: Establishing a dialogue between historical and modern elements, acknowledging Adelaide as "the city of churches."

These materials not only ensure structural robustness but also contribute to a layered cultural narrative, reinforcing the project's commitment to sustainability through thoughtful design choices. The emphasis on adaptive reuse and the inclusion of movable structures encourages flexibility and responsiveness to community needs, reflecting an evolving urban environment.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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.

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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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