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Self-Assembly Housing Utilizing Insulated Panels and Timber Cladding

Authors:
Nicolas Gutierrez, India Mitchell
Self-Assembly Housing Utilizing Insulated Panels and Timber Cladding

Project in-detail

Constructed with flat-packed insulated panels and sustainable timber cladding, this self-assembly micro-home offers an adaptable solution for affordable housing in varied contexts.
5 key facts about this project
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Self-assembly design allows for construction by two individuals with minimal tools.
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Utilizes flat-packed insulated panels for enhanced thermal performance.
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Incorporates sustainable timber cladding to promote environmental responsibility.
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Features a compact footprint tailored for diverse site conditions.
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Includes a rainwater harvesting system for efficient water management.

### Overview
Click Home is located in response to the ongoing global housing crisis, presenting a compact and efficient solution for affordable homeownership. The concept emphasizes modular design, enabling users to construct their dwellings using flat-packed components that require minimal tools for assembly. This approach not only caters to budget-conscious individuals but also addresses sustainability in modern living through its innovative design.

### Spatial Strategy
The micro-home features a flexible, open-plan interior that optimizes utility within a limited footprint. Key living areas, including the kitchen, living room, and sleeping quarters, are designed to serve multiple functions while built-in storage solutions are integrated into the walls to minimize clutter. The design facilitates a connection between the interior and exterior, with large double-glazed windows allowing natural light to illuminate the space and a deck providing a smooth transition to the outdoors.

### Materiality and Sustainability
Constructed with high-performance materials, Click Home employs Kingspan LEC insulated panels throughout its shell to ensure superior thermal efficiency. The outer layer of sustainable wood cladding enhances both aesthetic appeal and environmental responsibility. Additionally, the design includes renewable energy solutions such as solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system, along with a self-composting toilet for effective waste management. These features reinforce the project's commitment to ecological mindfulness while providing practical living solutions adaptable to various environments.

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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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