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Reclaimed Fuselage Forms Compact Living Space with Rotating Functionality

Authors:
Joshua Evans, Stephen Loanoto, Michael Yohanes, Timothy Yuonggo, Stephen Loanoto, Michael Yohanes, Timothy Yuonggo
Reclaimed Fuselage Forms Compact Living Space with Rotating Functionality

Project in-detail

Utilizing repurposed airplane fuselage, the Micro Nano Rotating Home incorporates a unique rotating space that adapts for various functions, creating an efficient living environment in a compact footprint.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes discarded airplane fuselage chassis for structural integrity.
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Incorporates a rotating mechanism for dynamic spatial reconfiguration.
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Features a compact layout that maximizes multifunctional living.
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Designed specifically for the urban environment of Tucson, Arizona.
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Employs thermal insulation from repurposed materials for energy efficiency.

The MICROHOME 2021, known as the Micro Nano Rotating Home, provides an efficient living solution within a compact design. Located in Tucson, Arizona, the home addresses modern housing needs by integrating multiple functions into one dynamic space. The concept focuses on flexibility and utility, offering a response to the challenges of urban living.

Concept and Functionality

The design features a rotating mechanism that allows the living space to adapt to various activities throughout the day. This innovative feature enables residents to change their environment with ease, transforming a workspace into a dining area or a bedroom as required. Such adaptability maximizes the limited space and transforms how individuals engage with their homes, promoting versatility in everyday life.

Material Engagement

The project makes use of discarded airplane center fuselage chassis sourced from AMARG, a place where retired aircraft are stored. This choice reflects a commitment to sustainability and resourcefulness. The durable metal skin, thermal insulation, and steel framework taken from the airplane have been effectively integrated into the design. This approach not only reinforces the structure but also emphasizes energy efficiency, creating a practical yet modern appearance.

Spatial Organization

Inside the MICROHOME, careful organization allows for various living functions to coexist in harmony. The layout includes a terrace, workspace, bed, dining table and TV area, kitchen with a washing machine, and bathroom. Each area is designated for specific activities, making it possible for residents to live comfortably in a compact setting. This arrangement promotes openness and accessibility, addressing the needs of urban residents who value both functionality and simplicity.

The rotating mechanism encourages active engagement with the space, allowing users to create an environment suited to their daily needs. This thoughtful design illustrates how adaptable living solutions can enhance comfort and practicality, making the MICROHOME a relevant response to contemporary urban challenges.

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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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