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Precast Concrete Skyscraper Enhancing Urban Density Through Modular Design

Author:
Alexander von Loebbecke
Precast Concrete Skyscraper Enhancing Urban Density Through Modular Design

Project in-detail

Utilizing precast concrete to create a vertical community hub, the design maximizes urban living potential while promoting accessibility and interaction among residents.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes precast concrete for rapid assembly and enhanced structural integrity.
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Incorporates external staircases to promote social interaction and connectivity.
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Features modular units designed for flexible living arrangements.
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Emphasizes energy efficiency through effective thermal mass properties of materials.
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Integrates communal spaces to enhance residents' quality of life in a dense urban setting.

### Overview

Located in Hong Kong, the residential skyscraper design addresses the challenges of high-density living in urban environments. The project aims to provide effective housing solutions for multiple residents within limited spatial confines. Employing precast concrete building blocks, the design not only facilitates efficient construction processes but also integrates principles of sustainable architecture.

### Spatial Strategy and User Experience

The design features modular, vertically stacked units that allow for adaptive interior configurations. Each apartment is developed to accommodate up to six inhabitants, prioritizing practical living spaces while conforming to local building standards. The inclusion of an external staircase enhances accessibility and circulation, decreasing congestion within the building and promoting alternative pathways for residents. Furthermore, the layout encourages social interaction through the provision of community-oriented spaces, contributing to a sense of connectedness in a densely populated area.

### Material Selection and Sustainability

Precast concrete serves as the primary structural material, chosen for its durability and thermal mass properties, which contribute to energy efficiency. This method enables rapid assembly while minimizing disruptions in the urban context. Additional materials include glass for natural light and aesthetic appeal, steel for structural reinforcement, and wood to add warmth to interior spaces. The sustainable approach is further emphasized through energy-efficient systems that align with the project's overall goal of promoting eco-friendly urban living.

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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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