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Rainwater Harvesting and Tree Preservation in a Vibrant Community Environment

Author:
Farshid Amini
Rainwater Harvesting and Tree Preservation in a Vibrant Community Environment

Project in-detail

Incorporating rainwater harvesting and tree preservation, the design creates a dynamic living and working environment that promotes well-being and sustainability in an urban setting.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates living accommodations within the workplace to reduce commutes.
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Utilizes rainwater harvesting systems for water conservation.
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Features integrated outdoor fitness areas promoting an active lifestyle.
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Employs wind harvesting technologies for energy efficiency.
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Prioritizes tree preservation as a key aspect of the design.

The design located in Sentosa Cove, Singapore, approaches urban living with a focus on health and well-being. This project integrates residential, recreational, and workspaces in a way that connects human activity to the environment. The overall design concept emphasizes a balance between built and natural surroundings, serving as an example for modern urban architecture. It seeks to address the everyday challenges faced by people living in cities.

SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INTEGRATION

This design takes environmental issues seriously. It focuses on preserving trees and includes systems for rainwater collection. These features support the local ecosystem and make use of natural resources effectively. The architecture incorporates wind harvesting and solar panels to improve energy efficiency and lower the project's carbon emissions. The use of recycled materials reflects an intention to be responsible with resources, which is an important aspect of urban development today.

FUNCTIONALITY AND WELL-BEING

The design emphasizes how spaces can support individual well-being. By providing living accommodations within work areas, it reduces the need for long commutes, helping to ease traffic and pollution. This layout includes outdoor spaces, such as areas for yoga and fitness, as well as access to water activities. These features encourage physical activity and social interaction, promoting a lifestyle that balances work and leisure. Such considerations are central to creating an environment that enhances quality of life.

TRANSPORTATION AND CONNECTIVITY

Transportation plays a significant role in the design. Sustainable local boats are part of the transportation plan, improving connections in a way that is suitable for the coastal setting. This approach reduces dependency on cars and encourages community engagement through shared transit options. Well-planned pathways and transportation nodes allow residents and visitors to easily navigate the area, fostering a more active lifestyle without interfering with the natural scenery.

Green spaces are woven throughout the design, adding vibrancy to the community. By placing recreational areas near functional spaces and blending them with the natural environment, the design invites people to enjoy the outdoors. This thoughtful arrangement reflects a modern view of urban living, where the presence of nature is essential to daily experiences, enhancing connections both with the surroundings and with one another.

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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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