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Operable Roof and Modular Panels Reshape Urban Living

Authors:
Snezhana Ryabova, Valeria Perevozchikova, Daria Istomina
Operable Roof and Modular Panels Reshape Urban Living
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An operable roof enhances the modular design using panels, creating flexible public spaces that foster community interaction within a mixed-use residential setting.
5 key facts about this project
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Operable roofs provide flexible public spaces that can be adapted for various community activities.
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The first residential floor is elevated on pylons, creating additional park space beneath the structures.
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Modular panels in the façade offer unique design variations while maintaining a cohesive architectural language.
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Community courtyards serve as focal points, facilitating social interaction among residents.
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Distinct architectural typologies—tower, tape, and wavy—respond thoughtfully to the urban context.

The project introduces a modular design concept focused on improving urban living through adaptability and community interaction. Located in a culturally significant urban area, it allows residents to adjust their living conditions via a smartphone application. The goal is to address the growing need for personalized residential spaces in contemporary society.

Architectural Typologies

Three distinct typologies emerge from the design: the tower structure, the tape structure, and the wavy structure. Each type arises from an in-depth examination of urban voids, measured by size, shape, and location. This detailed analysis ensures that the buildings connect well with their surroundings and fit harmoniously into the urban environment.

Community Engagement

The design draws from elements of Roman residential architecture, with courtyards that serve as important communal spaces. It carefully separates residential areas from public ones, enhancing privacy while promoting social interactions. The ground floor is dedicated to commercial uses, adding life to the environment and making it accessible for residents and visitors alike.

Innovative Spatial Solutions

Innovative strategies are woven throughout the design. An operable roof offers additional public space, encouraging residents to come together. The first residential floor is elevated on structural pylons, creating open park areas beneath the buildings and contributing positively to the ecological landscape. Public spaces on each level encourage connection and activity among the community members.

Façade and Materiality

The façade consists of modular panels, granting flexibility and distinctiveness to each structure while maintaining a unified architectural language. This approach allows for unique expressions within the complex, while the cohesive design binds the typologies together. The arrangement of the façade enhances the visual character of the buildings, reflecting the historical and cultural context of the site, including areas such as Via Pietro Antonio Micheli and Piazza dei Condottieri.

Through these carefully considered features, the design reflects both functionality and the desires of the community, highlighted particularly in its architectural details.

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The Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 competition invites architects and designers worldwide to rethink small-scale living by creating an off-grid, modular micro dwelling under 25 m². Now in its 11th edition, the contest emphasizes sustainable, innovative, and human-centered design that demonstrates how compact living can have a big impact.

With a €100,000 prize fund, entries will be evaluated for originality, efficiency, and their response to contemporary environmental and social challenges. The competition is open to everyone, with submissions allowed individually or in teams of up to four. Registration closes on 30 September 2026, and winners will be announced on 15 December 2026.

By celebrating creativity within strict limits, MICROHOME 2026 continues to push the boundaries of compact architecture and sustainable living.

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