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Suspended Living Units With KingSpan Materials Transforming Urban Blind Walls

Authors:
Mazen Sfeir, Teresa Haddad
Suspended Living Units With KingSpan Materials Transforming Urban Blind Walls

Project in-detail

Suspended modular units, constructed with KingSpan materials, ingeniously enhance urban blind walls, creating functional living spaces that promote community interaction and sustainability.
5 key facts about this project
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Suspended Un-blind boxes create vertical living spaces, minimizing ground footprint.
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KingSpan materials provide structural integrity while enhancing thermal efficiency.
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Double-glazed windows optimize natural light and insulation for energy conservation.
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Integrated rainwater collection system supports sustainable water management.
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Modular furniture allows for flexible spatial organization tailored to residents' needs.

# Analytical Report: Un-Blind Wall Architectural Design Project

## Overview

Located in urban settings characterized by underutilized blind walls, the Un-Blind Wall project aims to transform these overlooked structures into functional living spaces. By introducing modular homes, referred to as "Un-blind boxes," suspended from these surfaces, the design seeks to efficiently utilize otherwise idle vertical spaces. This approach not only addresses urban density but also enhances community interaction among residents.

## Structural Components

The design features a tall, monolithic structure that appears to be partially disintegrating, incorporating numerous modular units that hang from its exterior. Each Un-blind box measures 25 square meters, designed for flexibility and minimalism. The arrangement of these units provides visual interest while optimizing density.

Key materials for the project include KingSpan materials known for their sustainability, a robust steel framework that ensures structural integrity, and double-glazed windows to improve thermal performance. Additionally, integrated systems such as rainwater collectors and solar panels facilitate efficient water management and renewable energy generation, respectively.

## Sustainable Features

Sustainability is woven into the project's framework through multiple features aimed at promoting energy efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. The rainwater collection system allows for water reuse, while photovoltaic panels enable the production of renewable energy for the living units. Furthermore, a green roof contributes to thermal insulation and enhances biodiversity within the urban context.

The design ultimately redefines urban density by maximizing the utility of existing structures, fostering social interactions through communal spaces, and enhancing the aesthetic qualities of the cityscape, thereby promoting a more interconnected urban experience.

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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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