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Rooftop Gardens and Modular Micro-Apartments in Urban Housing

Author:
Jarosław Chabros
Rooftop Gardens and Modular Micro-Apartments in Urban Housing

Project in-detail

Rooftop gardens complement modular micro-apartments in a carefully organized urban housing complex designed to enhance community interaction and adapt to diverse living needs.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular apartments can be adjusted in size, allowing for flexible living options.
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Rooftop gardens provide communal green space for residents, enhancing outdoor interactions.
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Commercial areas are integrated into the lower levels to promote local business engagement.
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Design includes a pole structure to support various apartment configurations.
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Strategic placement along Cotton and Woolmore streets fosters community connectivity and access.

RE-Stock London Housing, located at Robin Hood Gardens, is an initiative designed to provide flexible urban housing. The project features two main structures, Building "A" and Building "B," which span several levels. The overall design focuses on modularity, allowing for various living arrangements that meet the diverse needs of residents while incorporating community spaces to promote social interaction.

Modular Design

The design employs a modular approach, enabling flexibility in apartment configurations. Each unit is based on the smallest module, referred to as micro-apartments. This system allows for different sizes and layouts, ensuring that living spaces can adapt to the changing demands of residents. The focus on modularity creates an efficient use of space, addressing the realities of urban living.

Spatial Organization

Both buildings are organized across multiple levels, each serving specific functions. The lower floors include commercial areas, providing essential services close to home. This arrangement encourages a lively neighborhood atmosphere, where residents can interact with local shops and businesses. The integration of commercial spaces within the residential complex enhances convenience and fosters a sense of community.

Green Integration

Rooftop gardens are a prominent feature of the design, offering green space that residents can access. These gardens not only enhance the buildings' aesthetics but also create outdoor areas that promote well-being. They serve as places for relaxation and social gatherings, particularly valuable in urban environments where access to nature can be limited.

Architectural Presence

The elevations along Cotton Street and Woolmore Street engage with the surrounding area, using a rhythmic arrangement of windows and architectural details. This design choice allows for natural light while providing a sense of privacy for residents. The buildings' forms create a visual dialogue with the urban landscape, making them a part of the city's fabric.

The rooftop gardens provide not just beauty but a connection to nature, inviting residents to step outside and enjoy the environment. They create a contrast to the more rigid urban landscape and encourage a lifestyle that values outdoor experiences.

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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.

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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