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Reclaimed Plastics and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Versatility in Urban Living Spaces

Author:
Kseniia Chernenko
Reclaimed Plastics and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Versatility in Urban Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Utilizing reclaimed plastics and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates adaptable urban living spaces that emphasize sustainability and community engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes reclaimed plastics to minimize environmental impact.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels for structural strength and versatility.
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Features a bent A-frame design that enhances natural light and spatial dynamics.
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Designed for modularity, allowing flexible configuration of living spaces.
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Includes charred wooden shingles for improved durability and aesthetic value.

# Architectural Analysis Report: B82 Modular System

## Project Overview

Located in an urban setting, the B82 Modular System emphasizes adaptability and sustainability in its approach to modular construction. This design seeks to address contemporary housing challenges while promoting environmental responsibility through the innovative use of reclaimed materials. The efficiency integrated into the system supports rapid deployment, making it a practical response to urgent needs in urban development.

## Spatial Configuration and Functionality

The layout of the B82 project incorporates modular components, including toilet offices, kitchens, balconies, and furniture walls, which allow for versatile usage. Designed for easy connection, these units can be tailored to accommodate both communal and private needs, facilitating a flexible living or working environment. The interior configurations prioritize functionality while offering various unit sizes, ranging from one-room apartments to larger accommodations, fostering inclusivity and adaptability.

### Material Selection and Sustainability

The project utilizes a diverse range of materials, all selected for their sustainable properties and functional characteristics. Recycled plastics are prominently featured, contributing to environmental conservation while maintaining construction efficiency. The structural framework is composed primarily of wood, with a hybrid wood-steel plug system used for enhanced stability. Additionally, extensive glass façades are included to maximize natural light, improve thermal performance, and foster a connection with the surrounding environment. The careful selection of materials supports energy efficiency and promotes a comfortable living space, aligning with sustainable construction practices.

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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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