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Sinuous Form Enclosed by Glass and Steel Showcasing Charred Wooden Shingles as a Community Learning Hub

Author:
Martin Macdonald
Sinuous Form Enclosed by Glass and Steel Showcasing Charred Wooden Shingles as a Community Learning Hub

Project in-detail

A curvilinear façade of glass and steel envelops a learning hub that integrates charred wooden shingles, fostering a modern environment for exploring the history and impact of internet technology.
5 key facts about this project
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Curvilinear glass façade enhances transparency and encourages connection with the surrounding environment.
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Charred wooden shingles create a durable exterior while paying homage to traditional building methods.
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Flexible exhibition spaces adapt to evolving technological themes, promoting ongoing public engagement.
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Cross-laminated timber panels provide structural integrity and sustainability in construction.
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Integration of community areas fosters collaboration and interaction among visitors and educators.

## Overview
The architectural design for the London Internet Museum is located in North Woolwich, United Kingdom, adjacent to the historically significant Old Station Museum. The facility is intended to serve as an educational center that highlights the history, technology, and societal effects of the internet, merging modern architectural practices with the heritage of the site to provide an engaging space for learning and interaction.

## Conceptual Framework
The design philosophy centers around a relationship between the past, present, and future of internet technology. This approach respects the site's historical value while exploring contrasts through architectural articulation and material choices. The concept incorporates a narrative of technological progression, relating to influential figures in internet history, and utilizes motifs such as "ribbon cables" to symbolize connectivity. These elements influence both the building's façade and the internal organization of spaces, promoting flexibility and accessibility.

## Materiality and Spatial Configuration
The material palette combines modern and traditional elements, featuring steel for structural strength, large glass expanses for transparency and natural light, and brick to honor the historical context. The design's exterior includes a curved façade that adapts to the site’s topography, fostering a dynamic silhouette. The entry foyer serves as the main circulation hub, guiding visitors to varied thematic zones, including flexible exhibition halls and a multi-functional library that encourages collaboration. The layout promotes social interaction with open plan designs and community spaces that facilitate engagement among visitors and technology enthusiasts.

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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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