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Roof Gardens and Community Spaces in Integrated Housing Design

Author:
Agata Tomińska
Roof Gardens and Community Spaces in Integrated Housing Design

Project in-detail

Roof gardens atop integrated housing create a harmonious blend of nature and community in a design that redefines affordable living.
5 key facts about this project
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Roof gardens enhance biodiversity and provide residents with green outdoor spaces.
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Units feature versatile layouts to accommodate various family sizes and lifestyles.
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Community grocery areas are integrated to improve accessibility for residents.
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Vertical and horizontal apartment arrangements promote social interaction among neighbors.
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Site design considers natural topography, incorporating cliffs and water elements.

The design focuses on self-sufficient, green, and affordable housing in a site characterized by land, cliffs, and water. The aim is to create a living environment that integrates various residential types while emphasizing sustainability and community. The concept responds thoughtfully to the site's geography, striving to connect people with nature.

Building Configuration
A hybrid housing concept combines apartment units in both vertical and horizontal arrangements. This design provides a range of living options suitable for different family sizes and preferences. Each type is arranged to foster social interaction while maintaining privacy. Units like Apartment M include roof gardens, showcasing the effort to blend outdoor elements with everyday living.

Functional Integration
Essential community features, such as grocery stores, are incorporated into the design to enhance convenience for residents. Carefully planned pathways throughout the neighborhood encourage movement and interaction. This functional layout not only facilitates daily activities but also helps in building a sense of community among neighbors.

Spatial Organization
The design balances individual living spaces with shared areas, creating opportunities for connection. Outdoor spaces and communal facilities encourage residents to engage with one another. This approach reflects a modern understanding of urban living, where both personal needs and community ties are considered important.

The project aligns with goals for sustainable development and highlights potential strategies for reducing environmental impact. The design presents a clear vision for residential living that improves overall well-being. Roof gardens serve as a key feature, connecting indoor spaces with the natural landscape and promoting a richer, greener living experience.

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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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