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Rooftop Terrace Enhances Community Interaction with High-Efficiency Glass and Wood Elements

Author:
sung goo yang
Rooftop Terrace Enhances Community Interaction with High-Efficiency Glass and Wood Elements

Project in-detail

A rooftop terrace complements interconnected auditoriums clad in high-efficiency glass and wood elements, creating a vibrant space for community events and exhibitions in the heart of Riga.
5 key facts about this project
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Rooftop terrace integrates community event space with views of the Old Town.
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Interconnected auditoriums offer flexible configurations for various uses.
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High-efficiency glass facades enhance natural light while maintaining energy efficiency.
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Green surfaces reduce urban heat and improve air quality adjacent to Kipsalas Iela road.
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Wood elements reflect local architectural traditions, fostering a cultural connection.

The architectural design integrates into the Rigan landscape, focusing on urban connectivity and community interaction. The main feature is a parking tower comprising eight stories, designed to optimize vehicle access while encouraging pedestrian movement. The concept emphasizes sustainability and flexibility, shaping a vibrant public space that enhances the local culture.

Connectivity and Accessibility

The parking tower has a well-thought-out layout, providing vehicle entry from the east while ensuring an exit to the west. This arrangement simplifies traffic movement for all users. Pedestrians benefit from a new stair and elevator system at the west corner of Exhibition Hall 1, which leads directly to the roof terrace. This connection ensures easy navigation between different areas, accommodating a range of visitors.

Versatile Event Spaces

Inside, several exhibition halls are arranged around a green hill, which functions as a multi-purpose event field. The design incorporates four auditoriums that can be interconnected, allowing for a flexible use of space. The central concourse is adaptable for various events without isolating activities. Additional conference spaces can seat up to 60, providing room for diverse functions and gatherings.

Sustainable Design Strategies

Sustainability is a core aspect, highlighted by passive design methods that enhance energy efficiency. Green surfaces are strategically placed, helping to regulate temperature and reduce noise and air pollution from the nearby Kipsalas Iela road. This commitment to environmental considerations ensures that the structure complements its surroundings and promotes a healthier urban environment.

Materials and Aesthetics

The materials used in the construction reflect a thoughtful response to the local context. High-efficiency glass is prominently featured in the facades, allowing natural light to penetrate while maintaining a sense of openness. Wood is employed in various architectural elements, connecting the design to local traditions and adding warmth to the overall appearance.

The rooftop promenade serves as a key feature of the design. It offers a welcoming communal space that invites interaction with the surrounding views. From this elevated position, users can enjoy unhindered sights of the Old Town, fostering a deeper relationship with the city’s skyline.

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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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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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