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Mudbrick Facade with Expansive Windows and Sustainable Photovoltaic Integration in Residential Design

Author:
Bakİ Keklİk
Mudbrick Facade with Expansive Windows and Sustainable Photovoltaic Integration in Residential Design

Project in-detail

Incorporating a mudbrick facade and expansive windows, this residential design optimally integrates renewable energy sources while fostering a harmonious connection between indoor spaces and the surrounding environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates locally sourced mudbrick for thermal efficiency and cultural resonance.
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Features strategically angled overhangs that reduce solar heat gain while enhancing aesthetic appeal.
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Utilizes a central courtyard to facilitate natural ventilation and promote outdoor living.
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Integrates solar photovoltaic panels discreetly into the roof design for energy sustainability.
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Employs large operable windows for optimal light penetration and passive cooling.

### Overview

The residential structure is situated in an unspecified geographical context marked by varying climatic conditions and cultural nuances. The design aims to integrate modern architectural sensibilities with traditional influences, resulting in a building that emphasizes both functionality and aesthetic appeal. The architectural approach reflects a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsiveness while promoting a seamless interaction between indoor and outdoor spaces.

### Architectural Form and Spatial Strategy

The design features multiple distinct volumes, each serving specific functions, and is characterized by a pronounced upper mass that enhances the building's profile. Overhanging canopies and angled roofs are employed as climate-responsive elements, providing shade and protection from direct sunlight. The configuration prioritizes open-plan layouts in communal areas while maintaining distinct private spaces. Central courtyards facilitate natural airflow and cooling, enhancing comfort throughout the structure. Additionally, varied window sizes and placements promote cross-ventilation and create dynamic light patterns within the interior.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The choice of materials is integral to the building's character and environmental performance. Mudbrick forms the external walls, offering thermal mass and connecting with traditional construction methods, while concrete provides structural integrity. Wood is utilized for window frames and shutters, contributing warmth to the aesthetic, and expansive glass windows invite natural light and establish visual links with the external environment. Photovoltaic panels are integrated into the roof design to support renewable energy efforts. Landscaping incorporates native flora, which enhances biodiversity and minimizes water usage, further advancing sustainable practices present in the project. The overall design incorporates natural ventilation strategies and innovative water management systems to ensure a responsible approach to resource usage.

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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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