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Perforated Panels and Aerogel Windows in a Flexible Modular Living Space

Author:
Slavena Todorova
Perforated Panels and Aerogel Windows in a Flexible Modular Living Space

Project in-detail

Utilizing perforated panels and aerogel windows, the design creates a flexible living space that adapts to diverse needs while prioritizing energy efficiency and light management.
5 key facts about this project
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Perforated panel system allows for diverse interior configurations.
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Removable furniture walls enhance space adaptability.
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Super-insulating windows reduce energy consumption significantly.
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Design promotes optimal natural light flow throughout living areas.
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Modular approach supports scalable living solutions tailored to users.

The design focuses on creating a flexible living environment that responds to the varied needs of its inhabitants. Centered around the essential functions of a home, including the restroom, kitchen, and entrance, it presents a modular solution for contemporary residential life. These core elements are creatively organized to facilitate shared use and integrate smoothly into daily routines.

Core Module
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The core module acts as the primary unit of the design. It supports the development of two separate living areas that individuals can utilize independently. This arrangement enhances adaptability, allowing different occupants to access the space according to their individual schedules and preferences. By organizing essential services within a modular framework, the design improves functionality while accommodating diverse living habits.

Furniture Walls
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The integration of furniture walls is an important feature of the design. These walls consist of movable panels that enhance both usefulness and visual appeal. By offering the option to rearrange furniture, they enable inhabitants to customize their space for specific activities and needs. This flexibility expands the possibilities of interior design, leading to a more engaging living experience.

Light Management
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Managing natural light effectively is another critical aspect of the design. Panels and furniture are arranged to optimize light flow, significantly affecting the atmosphere within each room. Different configurations create distinct areas filled with light, encouraging emotional connections to the space and a more comfortable environment for daily activities.

Materials and Construction
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The structure utilizes a perforated panel system that provides strength while allowing for various arrangements. This system, similar to a "Mosaic Puzzle," supports user customization and reflects the diverse cultural backgrounds of future residents. Super-insulating windows with aerogel improve energy efficiency, while the use of sprayed concrete enhances durability and offers effective thermal and sound insulation.

The attention to modularity, light distribution, and customized solutions results in a living environment that emphasizes both practicality and personal expression. Each detail contributes to a space that is adaptable and responsive to the needs of its users.

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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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