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Perforated Wood Panels and Sliding Membrane Reshape Communal Living Spaces

Authors:
Dušica Piperski, Jovana Gavrilović, Anja Bosanac, Teodora Komarica
Perforated Wood Panels and Sliding Membrane Reshape Communal Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Incorporating perforated wood panels and a sliding membrane system, this architecture creates adaptable communal spaces that foster interaction while maintaining privacy in a contemporary residential setting.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates a sliding membrane system that allows for dynamic environmental control.
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Utilizes perforated wood panels to enhance ventilation while maintaining privacy.
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Features a bent A-frame design that optimizes natural light distribution.
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Modular furniture solutions enable flexible use of communal spaces.
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Integrates sustainable materials sourced locally to minimize environmental impact.

The Triple House project represents a contemporary architectural approach to communal living, blending traditional forms with modern function. This design consists of three distinct volumes that create a central shared space, facilitating interaction while respecting the need for privacy. The project is situated within a natural context, harmonizing with its surroundings and offering a thoughtful response to residential living.

The architectural design prioritizes the relationship between built form and the environment. It integrates communal areas, including a kitchen, dining, and yoga space, promoting social interactions among residents. Private zones, such as bedrooms and changing rooms, ensure personal space is maintained. This clear delineation of public and private space reflects a comprehensive understanding of communal living dynamics. Natural light floods the interior through strategic placements of glass panels, enriching the user experience while minimizing reliance on artificial lighting.

Unique Design Approaches

The Triple House distinguishes itself through its innovative facade and adaptability. The use of perforated wood panels not only reflects the local architectural vernacular but also facilitates ventilation and natural light filtration. This design choice enhances occupant comfort while maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the structure. Furthermore, a sliding membrane system allows users to alter interior conditions based on seasonal changes, thus supporting a dynamic living environment. This flexibility is uncommon in residential architecture, adding significant value to the project.

Architectural elements such as circulation pathways and spatial organization are meticulously designed to foster fluid movement between spaces. Two parallel corridors lead into the central yoga area, facilitating ease of access and encouraging a sense of community. The modular furniture designed for these communal areas supports varied configurations, adapting to the needs of different user groups and functions.

Exploring the project presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of its architectural plans, sections, designs, and ideas. For further insights into the progressive aspects of the project and to appreciate its nuanced approach to architectural challenges, it is encouraged to engage with the detailed materials and design concepts.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge invites architects and designers to create iconic public sculptures for one of two sites in Saudi Arabia: Abu Hadriyah Road or the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar. Proposals should reflect Saudi identity, culture, and future aspirations.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge is an international architecture and design competition inviting creatives to shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s public spaces. With a total prize fund of €50,000, the competition calls for sculptural proposals that merge cultural symbolism with innovative design, offering participants a chance to see their concepts brought to life in a rapidly transforming national context.

Organised by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative, the challenge focuses on two prominent locations: Abu Hadriyah Road, a major highway and gateway into the Eastern Province, and the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar, a pedestrian-focused waterfront district. Designers must select one site and develop a sculpture that engages with its surroundings—whether addressing the fast-paced dynamism of a transit corridor or creating moments of interaction along a coastal promenade.

Proposals should be bold, site-specific, and rooted in narrative—drawing on themes such as heritage, national identity, transformation, and dialogue. Environmental responsiveness, material durability, and feasibility are strongly encouraged, as winning projects may be selected for actual construction.

Each submission must include four A2 landscape presentation boards, a cover image, and a written project description. The competition is open to professionals and students alike, working individually or in teams of up to four people. No professional license is required.

Registration is open until July 24, 2025, with final submissions due by August 27, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2025.

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €

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Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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