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Sliding Panels and Wooden Frames in a Compact Coffee Kiosk

Author:
Aytaj Ibrahimova
Sliding Panels and Wooden Frames in a Compact Coffee Kiosk

Project in-detail

With its puzzle-like assembly of sliding panels and extensive wooden frames, the compact kiosk offers a modern coffee experience that seamlessly blends functionality and aesthetic appeal.
5 key facts about this project
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The kiosk incorporates a puzzle-like assembly for easy transport and setup.
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Sliding panels allow for flexible interaction with the environment.
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Wooden frames create extensive glass openings for natural light.
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The lower window design enhances user engagement with the exterior.
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Concrete panel flooring adds durability while maintaining aesthetic appeal.

The Tiny Coffee Kiosk exemplifies efficient design within a compact space, offering an inviting spot for urban dwellers to enjoy coffee and engage with their surroundings. Set in an urban context, this kiosk blends functionality and a welcoming atmosphere. The design draws inspiration from Scandinavian principles, focusing on simplicity and a warm user experience while making the most of its limited footprint.

Design Features

The architecture showcases a modular structure with large glass panels integrated into wooden frames on the right and front walls. This choice creates wide window walls that connect the interior with the outside. The use of glass allows ample natural light to flood the space, making it feel open and friendly, encouraging social interactions among users.

Innovative Assembly

A notable characteristic is the puzzle-like assembly of the structure. Each component is designed to interlock easily, reducing the need for complicated assembly procedures. This practical approach allows for efficient setup and disassembly, enhancing the kiosk’s adaptability to different urban settings. It stands as a flexible option for coffee vendors and city spaces, easily fitting into various environments.

Material Selection

Materials are chosen with care, emphasizing durability and aesthetic values. The primary structure consists of wooden panels, providing a warm and inviting interior. The floor features concrete panel blocks covered with wood-looking laminate, combining resilience with a pleasant appearance. This selection supports both the practical needs of the kiosk and its overall attractiveness.

Functional Roof Design

The roof incorporates sliding panels, allowing for functional flexibility. Designed to move smoothly, each panel helps maintain the overall integrity of the structure. Lower roof components connect with cylindrical shapes to the upper wall sections, establishing a coherent visual identity. This effective design makes interaction with the environment dynamic and engaging while reinforcing the kiosk’s function as a community gathering space.

The outward-opening lower front window adds a unique touch, creating a space where users can feel a part of both the interior and the exterior. This feature enhances the experience, allowing patrons to connect with their surroundings while enjoying their coffee.

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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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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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