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Steampunk Coffee Kiosk with Brass Accents and Transparent Design

Authors:
Christian Wilm, Irmantas Venys, Andreas Hensinger
Steampunk Coffee Kiosk with Brass Accents and Transparent Design

Project in-detail

Constructed from steel and accented with brass elements, the mobile coffee kiosk integrates a steampunk aesthetic with practical efficiency to enhance community engagement through coffee service.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with a lightweight steel frame for easy mobility.
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Brass accents enhance the steampunk aesthetic while providing durability.
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Transparent glass panels create an interactive experience for customers.
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Integrated storage efficiently maintains cleanliness and organization.
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Designed for seamless engagement between the barista and patrons.

### Overview

Located within urban environments, the POTT project integrates steampunk aesthetics with functional design to create a versatile coffee service unit. Designed to cater to the coffee-drinking community, the project prioritizes mobility and accessibility while providing an immersive customer experience. Emphasizing social interactions, the design fosters a distinctive venue for coffee consumption, engaging passersby with its inviting structure and aroma.

### Spatial and Functional Design

The spatial organization of POTT is strategically developed to optimize efficiency and user experience. The unit accommodates a single barista and includes dedicated storage areas for coffee-related goods and clean water. This layout facilitates direct interaction between the barista and customers, enhancing service efficiency. The compact and movable nature of the structure allows for adaptability to various urban settings, enabling the project to reach diverse audiences and promote coffee culture in multiple neighborhoods and events.

### Materiality and Sustainable Practices

The choice of materials in POTT's construction reflects both aesthetic and functional considerations. Steel provides structural integrity, while glass elements enhance visibility and connection to the interior environment. Brass and copper components are integrated into the design to create distinctive visual fixtures and playful moving parts. Additionally, the inclusion of plastics or composites for internal storage ensures hygienic conditions for coffee goods. The design prioritizes sustainability through efficient clean and grey water storage solutions, demonstrating an awareness of environmental concerns in urban design.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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