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Natural Light and Flexible Layout in a Modular Wood Home

Authors:
Faisal a. Alahmadi, Samantha Riback, Jackson m Nissen
Natural Light and Flexible Layout in a Modular Wood Home

Project in-detail

With a modular wood construction that emphasizes natural light and flexibility, this micro home integrates green spaces to enhance its livability while serving as a comfortable living environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular construction allows for easy customization and reconfiguration.
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Emphasis on natural light enhances the overall living experience.
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Integration of greenspace encourages outdoor engagement.
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Panel system supports efficient construction methods.
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Wood materiality contributes to sustainability and comfort.

Panel Haus is a micro home designed with a focus on sustainability and flexibility. Set in an ecological context, the design uses a kit-of-parts construction method that enables easy customization. The goal is to create a living space that meets personal needs while being mindful of the environment.

Design Flexibility

The concept behind the structure centers on a panel system that allows users to make changes and adjustments. This modular design supports various arrangements for living areas including the living space, bedroom, and bathroom. The ability to shift layouts in both vertical and horizontal directions makes the home adaptable and efficient.

Sustainable Integration

Greenspace is a key feature of Panel Haus. It includes areas for gardening, which emphasizes a connection to nature. This integration enhances the home’s visual appeal while promoting environmental consciousness. The design encourages occupants to engage with their outdoor surroundings, fostering a sense of community and well-being.

Material Selection

Wood is the primary material used in the home, offering both aesthetic and practical benefits. It contributes warmth and comfort to the living environment while supporting sustainability efforts. The decision to use wood aligns with the project's goal of reducing its ecological impact, highlighting a commitment to responsible design choices.

Architectural Options

To cater to individual tastes, Panel Haus provides multiple design options. There are five distinct alternatives, allowing inhabitants to personalize their space according to their lifestyle. This emphasis on customization allows residents to feel a deeper connection to their home.

A notable design detail includes large windows that invite natural light indoors. These openings not only brighten the interiors but also frame views of the surrounding greenery, blurring the lines between the indoor and outdoor environments.

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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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