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Perforated Metal Facade Enhances Transparency in Eco-Friendly Workspace with Cross-Laminated Timber Elements

Author:
Nicola Matteucci
Perforated Metal Facade Enhances Transparency in Eco-Friendly Workspace with Cross-Laminated Timber Elements

Project in-detail

The integration of a perforated metal facade and cross-laminated timber elements creates an engaging and environmentally sensitive workspace that fosters collaboration and connection with its natural surroundings.
5 key facts about this project
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Perforated metal facade regulates light and enhances ventilation.
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Cross-laminated timber panels contribute to structural integrity and sustainability.
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Bent A-frame design allows for optimal use of interior space and natural light.
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Consultation rooms are strategically placed for privacy while promoting accessibility.
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Integration of outdoor spaces encourages interaction with the surrounding landscape.

## Architectural Analysis Report: "The Bridge to Cross the Time"

### Overview
Located adjacent to a winding waterway in an environmentally sensitive area, the project "The Bridge to Cross the Time" embodies a design philosophy focused on connection and continuity. The structure serves as a nexus for varied activities, aiming to foster collaboration and innovation while engaging deeply with its natural surroundings. The architectural narrative is built around the metaphor of a bridge, representing not just a physical link but also a symbolic passage through time and experience.

### Spatial Configuration
The building's layout is meticulously planned to facilitate flow and interaction among users. At its heart lies a central atrium that acts as a hub, granting access to diverse zones such as collaborative workspaces, consultation rooms, and communal areas. This spatial arrangement prioritizes natural light and promotes connectivity, enabling a versatile environment adaptable to teamwork and individual tasks. Key features include a central atrium that enhances communication, flexible workspaces designed for various activities, and easily accessible consultation rooms that ensure privacy.

### Material Selection and Functionality
The design employs a thoughtful combination of materials that contribute to both aesthetics and performance. Steel provides structural integrity, while wood enhances warmth within the interior spaces and adds a natural facade. Extensive use of glass promotes transparency and light, creating a dynamic relationship with the surrounding landscape. Additionally, the incorporation of a perforated metal facade not only enriches the visual complexity of the building but also assists in regulating light and ventilation, reflecting a commitment to sustainable design practices.

The project champions an ecologically aware approach by thoughtfully integrating outdoor spaces that encourage interaction with the landscape, emphasizing a seamless connection between built and natural environments. This synthesis of design elements ensures that the building not only serves its functional purpose but also enriches the user experience through its engagement with the surroundings.

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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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