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Spherical Glass Structure Integrated With Concrete and Reflective Elements For Community Aquatic Engagement

Author:
Davor Silov
Spherical Glass Structure Integrated With Concrete and Reflective Elements For Community Aquatic Engagement

Project in-detail

A transparent, spherical structure constructed with glass and concrete invites community members to engage with aquatic activities while fostering a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor environments.
5 key facts about this project
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A transparent glass façade enhances visibility and connection to the surroundings.
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The spherical design offers a unique, immersive diving experience.
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Integrated diving platforms provide direct access to water from within the structure.
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Reflective materials create a visual dialogue with the aquatic environment.
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The facility promotes community interaction by blending recreational and social spaces.

## Project Overview
The Dive Club is designed as a recreational aquatic facility focused on integrating social interaction with the aquatic environment. Located within a context that encourages engagement with nature, the facility features a distinct spherical form that invites users to reconsider conventional views of diving, depicting it as both a sport and a means of connecting with the natural world. The intent of the project is to create an immersive space that promotes exploration and community interaction.

### Spatial Strategy
The internal arrangement of the Dive Club is characterized by an organic flow, reminiscent of water currents, facilitating movement and interaction. Diving platforms are seamlessly integrated into the spherical design, providing users with direct access to the water. Transparent walls enhance visibility, allowing visitors to observe underwater activities and engage with their surroundings. Observational areas are strategically placed to maximize the immersive experience, offering panoramic views of both the aquatic environment and the sky above.

### Materiality and Sustainability
The project employs a thoughtful selection of materials that underscore its aquatic theme while emphasizing transparency and lightness. The use of glass for the spherical structure establishes a continuous connection between the interior and the exterior, fostering an immersive visual experience. Concrete serves as a stable base, juxtaposing the delicacy of glass. Additionally, metal elements enhance structural integrity, contributing to the facility's modern aesthetic. Sustainable design practices have been incorporated to promote environmental awareness, reflecting a growing trend in architecture that harmonizes functionality with ecological consideration.

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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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