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Sustainable Living Through Glulam Structure and Central Courtyard Integration

Authors:
Gustavo Nascimento, Anauira Sevilha Rocha Assis , Matheus De Carvalho Corbani , Debora Santos Cesare
Sustainable Living Through Glulam Structure and Central Courtyard Integration

Project in-detail

Crafted with glulam and ICF materials, this residence optimizes natural ventilation and integrates a central courtyard to enhance communal living in a sustainable environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted using glulam for structural integrity, enhancing sustainability.
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Incorporates insulated concrete forms for superior thermal performance.
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Features a central courtyard that promotes natural ventilation and social interaction.
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Landscaped with native plants to support local biodiversity.
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Modular design allows flexible adaptation to various resident needs.

### Project Overview
Breeze House is a residential design located in Dubai, tailored to accommodate a diverse international population. The project aims to create a functional living environment that prioritizes comfort, accessibility, and sustainability. Emphasizing contemporary design principles, the architects have considered both aesthetic appeal and the practical demands of the local climate and environment.

### Spatial Strategy and User Engagement
The layout is designed to facilitate community interaction while maintaining individual privacy. A central courtyard serves as the focal point of the residence, enhancing natural ventilation and providing residents with a recreational space integral to communal living. The residential blocks are strategically arranged to maximize natural light and airflow, contributing to a livable indoor climate. The integration of shared and private spaces within the layout caters to various lifestyles, fostering a sense of community among residents.

### Sustainable Material Selection
The architectural design emphasizes sustainability through a careful material selection process. Key materials include Glulam (glued laminated timber), which offers structural integrity and lightweight properties, and Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) that improve thermal efficiency and acoustic comfort essential for the region's hot climate. Additionally, Alusion (stabilized aluminum foam) is utilized for its durability and recyclability. These materials reinforce the project's commitment to eco-conscious design, aligning environmental considerations with structural performance.

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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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