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Rooftop Gardens and Natural Ventilation Enhance Community Connectivity

Authors:
Claudio Zanotti, Alessandro Maso, Roberto Finadri
Rooftop Gardens and Natural Ventilation Enhance Community Connectivity

Project in-detail

Incorporating rooftop gardens and photovoltaic panels, the development enhances community connectivity while providing essential residential and commercial spaces in the district of Poplar.
5 key facts about this project
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Rooftop gardens provide ecological benefits and recreational areas for residents.
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Dynamic facade encourages interaction between indoor and outdoor environments.
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Natural ventilation systems improve air quality throughout the buildings.
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Integrates photovoltaic panels to harness renewable energy sources.
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Community-centric design features diverse amenities for local engagement.

The architectural design project located in the district of Poplar focuses on creating a cohesive urban setting that integrates residential, communal, and commercial spaces. The design emphasizes social interaction and sustainability, addressing the diverse needs of the community. The concept aims to create a lively environment that encourages connections among residents, enhancing their overall quality of life.

Podium Concept

At the center of the design is a podium that acts as an engaging common area. This space invites various groups, including families, young couples, and workers, allowing them to come together. By providing accessible areas for leisure and socializing, the podium transforms the neighborhood into an active hub where people can gather and interact.

Green Spaces and Community Integration

The project places a strong emphasis on incorporating green spaces that enhance connectivity and promote interactions among residents. Landscaped areas and an open square offer recreational opportunities and visual enjoyment. This integration of nature into the urban setting supports both physical health and mental well-being, creating a welcoming environment for all.

Dynamic Facade Design

The buildings feature a dynamic facade, which adds visual interest to the development and helps to create a unified urban identity. This architectural choice encourages interaction between indoor and outdoor spaces, making the environment more inviting. Functionality and aesthetic appeal are carefully balanced in the design, reflecting modern trends in urban living.

Sustainability Measures

Sustainability is a key focus of the project, highlighted by the inclusion of rooftop gardens and vertical greenery. These elements provide ecological benefits while making efficient use of space. The design incorporates photovoltaic panels to harness renewable energy, aiming to lower the development's environmental impact. Natural ventilation systems further improve air quality and contribute to overall energy efficiency.

The project includes various amenities, such as supermarkets, libraries, and gyms. These local facilities cater to the daily needs of residents. This thoughtful variety reinforces the identity of Poplar, offering spaces for interaction, relaxation, and commerce. It creates an environment designed for connectivity and sustainability, reflecting the aspirations of the community.

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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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