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Rough Oak and Porcelain Stoneware Create a Collaborative Living Space

Author:
Alessandro Stocchero
Rough Oak and Porcelain Stoneware Create a Collaborative Living Space

Project in-detail

A distinct volume of rough oak and a versatile creative lab emerge as focal points within a dynamic living space designed to foster collaboration among artists.
5 key facts about this project
01
Distinct volume separating kitchen and bathroom enhances spatial organization.
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Flexible creative lab encourages both individual and collaborative art projects.
03
Integration of large windows maximizes views and natural light.
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Exhibition space designed for showcasing residents' artwork.
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Materials reflect the connection to the surrounding landscape.

Painters LakeLab is designed for artists who need a place to live and work in harmony with their surroundings. Located in a scenic area, the project aims to create an environment that supports creativity and collaboration among residents. The design encourages open interaction, making it easy for artists to share ideas while also providing spaces for quiet reflection.

Design Concept
The vision focuses on blending communal and private spaces. The layout encourages an easy flow of movement, allowing artists to connect with each other naturally. A creative lab serves as a central hub, offering versatile work areas for both individual endeavors and group activities. This flexibility is key to promoting creativity.

Spatial Organization
Inside, a distinct volume separates the kitchen from the bathroom, ensuring each area serves its purpose clearly. This separation maintains a sense of openness throughout the common areas. By facilitating movement and interaction among residents, the design helps create a welcoming atmosphere where collaboration can thrive.

Integration with Nature
The project is carefully designed to maximize views and connect with its natural setting. Large windows and open spaces allow light to fill the interiors, bringing the outdoors inside. This connection with the landscape not only enhances the living experience but also serves as a source of inspiration for the artists working there.

Material Palette
The choice of materials contributes to the overall feel of Painters LakeLab. Rough brushed oak, porcelain stoneware, and concrete are used to create a mix of textures. These materials provide both function and aesthetic appeal, grounding the structure within its tranquil environment.

The way the distinct volume defines the separation between the kitchen and the bathroom creates a focal point in the common area, highlighting the careful balance between private needs and shared community life.

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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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