Get inspired!

17,725 architecture projects

Learn from past Buildner architecture competition participants through our extensive project library, curated over more than 15 years!

Photovoltaic Panels and Gypsum Design in Flexible Urban Living

Authors:
Francesco Rapisarda, Daniela Bonanno, Andrea Bonaccorsi, Emanuela Romeo
Photovoltaic Panels and Gypsum Design in Flexible Urban Living
Explore the full project presentation!
Subscribers only
With a focus on modularity and equipped with photovoltaic panels, the design enhances flexible living in an urban environment while utilizing gypsum and X-LAM for structural efficiency.
5 key facts about this project
01
Modular units allow for horizontal and vertical movement, enhancing adaptability in living spaces.
02
Photovoltaic panels designed to mimic wood integrate energy generation with aesthetic appeal.
03
Constructed using X-LAM panels, supporting efficient assembly and structural strength.
04
Gypsum fiber and plasterboard sheets contribute to thermal performance and interior quality.
05
Mobile kitchen modules promote flexible arrangements tailored to occupant needs.

T-House presents a modern solution for flexible living. Located in an urban environment, it addresses the need for adaptable housing. The design concept focuses on modularity, allowing residents to change their living space easily according to their needs. By enabling both horizontal and vertical movements of the modular units, the home encourages versatile configurations, creating distinct areas such as bedrooms and living rooms within a compact framework.

Structural Approach

The layout of T-House features a straightforward square plan, measuring 5x5 square meters. Built using dry construction methods, the design promotes efficiency during assembly. It incorporates X-LAM panels that serve as structural components, providing strength and reducing construction time. This choice reflects modern building practices that focus on durability and practicality.

Material Choices

T-House employs several materials that support its overall function. Key components include 12.5 mm thick gypsum fiber plates, 12.5 mm thick plasterboard sheets, 95 mm X-LAM panels, 120 mm insulating panels, and photovoltaic panels sized 100 x 250 cm. The photovoltaic panels are designed to capture solar energy and have a glass-like effect achieved through digital ceramic printing. This selection of materials enhances both the energy efficiency and sustainability of the design.

Flexible Spaces

Inside, T-House emphasizes adaptability to suit various lifestyles. The kitchen includes mobile units that occupants can move around easily to make the most of their space. Additional features such as a folding bed and table contribute to the home’s versatility, enabling residents to adjust their environment based on daily activities.

The windows utilize selective glass to improve thermal performance while enduring diverse climate conditions. The roof, equipped with photovoltaic panels, combines energy generation and visual appeal, marking a modern choice that highlights practicality and environmental considerations.

Noticed a mistake?
Highlight the text and click on
Noticed a mistake

Enter an open architecture
competition now

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge #8

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge #8

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

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 23 July 2026

Open architecture competitions

  • Closest deadline first
  • Project competitions first
    Selected winning projects have the potential to be constructed
  • Ideas competitions
    Experimental competitions with the focus on pushing the boundaries of creativity
new
Portugal Long Table 
Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

project COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 8 July 2026
Mujassam Watan 
Urban Sculpture Challenge #8

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

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 23 July 2026
new
Valli Wine 
Tasting Room

Design a wine tasting room in Italy

project COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 30 July 2026
Pavilion Atlas 2026

Design a story of your country

ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 16 September 2026

Recurring architecture competitions

Museum of 
Emotions

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Edition #8 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 18 June 2026
new
Kinderspace

Design a kindergarten of tomorrow

Architecture for Children’s Development #4 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 18 June 2026
Re:Form - 
New Life 
for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose

Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 2 July 2026
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2026

Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize

100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 9 July 2026
Underbridge #2

Design housing in underutilized bridge spaces

Affordable Housing Edition #20 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 16 July 2026
MICROHOME 2026

Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 30 September 2026

Media, partners and clients

To view this project in detail,
please log in with your
Architects’ Network Plus account.
Subscription instantly unlocks all the architecture projects plus other member-only benefits:
  • Access the 17,725 Concept Library
  • Professional tools including file transfer, email, portfolio management, and more
Register now
Already a member? Log in

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and gather usage statistics.

More information is available in our Privacy & Cookie policy