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Removable Metal Canopy in a Bean-Shaped Coffee House

Author:
Chiara Gollini
Removable Metal Canopy in a Bean-Shaped Coffee House

Project in-detail

A bean-shaped entrance and removable metal canopy define a compact coffee house designed for portability and functionality, offering a unique space for urban coffee service.
5 key facts about this project
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Bean-shaped entrance enhances customer engagement.
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Removable metal canopy provides flexible outdoor service.
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Compact dimensions allow for easy transportation.
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Simple geometric design minimizes construction costs.
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Wooden partitions serve dual purpose as shelving.

The Tiny Coffee House presents a modern solution for urban coffee service, designed to be portable and efficient. Set within an urban context, it provides an inviting space for customers and emphasizes flexibility in its operation. The overall concept focuses on simplicity and functionality, making it a relevant addition to contemporary city life.

Transportability and Compact Design

The design of the Tiny Coffee House prioritizes compact dimensions, enabling easy transportation. The entire structure can be moved without the need for extensive assembly, making it suitable for various locations. This feature supports adaptability and ensures that the coffee house can fit into different urban environments with ease.

Geometric Simplicity

The form is defined by sloping roofs and a rectangular shape, which facilitates effective use of space while keeping construction costs low. The simple exterior creates an appealing look and promotes efficient operation. An additional removable metal roof not only adds visual character but also enhances functionality by providing shade when needed.

Functional Versatility

The Tiny Coffee House includes an extractable structure with a removable metal canopy that serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. This canopy has wheels, allowing it to come out easily to provide shade for customers sitting outside. When closed, it contributes to the overall appearance of the building, reinforcing its contemporary style.

Interactive Elements

The front opening, shaped like a coffee bean, features two tilting doors that invite customer interaction. When opened, these doors act as a bank bar, encouraging engagement. When closed, they protect the glass from damage, addressing both use and security effectively.

Inside, wooden partitions serve as practical shelving while also visually separating different areas of the coffee house. This thoughtful element enhances the overall efficiency of the space, providing a comfortable and functional area for patrons to enjoy their coffee.

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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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