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Skylit Tiny House Surrounded by Nature With Composting Features and Wooden Facade

Authors:
Roozbeh Khodadadi, Mohammad Akbari, Amin Baraz
Skylit Tiny House Surrounded by Nature With Composting Features and Wooden Facade

Project in-detail

With a wooden facade inspired by coniferous trees and strategically placed skylights, the design embraces sustainability through rainwater collection and composting features while providing comfortable living in a compact space.
5 key facts about this project
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Wooden facade design is inspired by coniferous trees.
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Skylights are strategically placed for optimal natural light.
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Rainwater collection system supports sustainable living.
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Composting toilet contributes to eco-friendly waste management.
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Compact layout efficiently utilizes space without sacrificing comfort.

The design of the tiny house emphasizes the idea of living freely in nature, supporting a lifestyle that connects residents with their environment. This compact dwelling aims for efficiency and practicality, appealing to those who wish to simplify their lives while still enjoying modern comforts.

Design Inspiration

The exterior of the house draws inspiration from the forms of coniferous trees. This reference to nature is reflected in the facade, which promotes unity between the structure and its surroundings. The design enhances the visual connection to the landscape, enriching the overall experience of the space.

Spatial Organization

The building offers an adaptable layout, with sizes that range from 22 to 32 square meters on the ground floor. This area houses key functions such as a reception room, kitchen, and an upper floor with a bedroom and bathroom. The design maximizes the use of space, ensuring everything needed for comfortable living is included without excess.

Sustainability Features

Sustainability plays an important role in the design philosophy. A rainwater collection and filtration system provides a renewable water source for daily needs. This approach reduces dependence on municipal supplies and encourages conservation. Additionally, water recycling and composting toilet waste into fertilizer highlight a commitment to eco-friendly practices.

Natural Light and Ventilation

Skylights and longitudinal windows are key elements of the design, allowing ample natural light to fill the interior. These features not only provide occupants with views of the sky and stars but also aid in ventilation. The careful placement of these windows creates a bright, welcoming atmosphere that enhances the living experience in a compact space.

One notable detail is the dual-window structure on the roof, which offers unobstructed views of the surroundings. This design choice promotes a deeper connection with the environment while ensuring that natural light floods the interior, making it feel larger and more open.

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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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