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Tactile Membrane and Grass Integration Define A Community Space for Artistic Expression

Author:
Leffler Simes Architects
Tactile Membrane and Grass Integration Define A Community Space for Artistic Expression

Project in-detail

A tactile membrane embraces natural grass in a carefully designed community space, promoting artistic expression through interactive elements and sustainable materials.
5 key facts about this project
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Integrates a tactile membrane that mimics the texture of skin to enhance user interaction.
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Utilizes sustainably sourced cross-laminated timber panels for structural integrity and eco-friendliness.
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Features charred wooden shingles for improved durability and fire resistance while offering a distinct aesthetic.
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Incorporates a fluid bent A-frame design, promoting open sightlines and natural light within the space.
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Landscaped with native grass to create a seamless connection between the building and its environment.

### Project Overview
The design is situated in a dynamic urban context, aiming to foster social interaction and individual expression through the medium of tattoo art. Titled “The Artist + The Onlooker + The Human Canvas,” the project explores themes of self-expression, public perception, and the cultural significance of tattoos, presenting a thoughtful dialogue between personal narratives and communal spaces.

### Spatial Composition
The architectural layout features a series of flowing forms that emulate natural landscapes, providing a cohesive integration with the surrounding urban environment. The site plan is purposefully organized, with landscaping elements enhancing connectivity to the neighborhood. A strategic arrangement ensures visibility from key intersecting roads, facilitating ease of access for the community.

Within the design, the exterior showcases undulating surfaces that invite exploration, while the interior emphasizes the use of natural light through thoughtfully placed glass elements. This not only expands the spatial experience but also ensures privacy in designated areas. The incorporation of ample seating and gathering spaces promotes interaction among users, enhancing community engagement around the art displayed.

### Material Selection
A variety of materials have been selected with specific functions and aesthetic intentions. Glass is employed for its transparency, allowing natural light penetration and visual connectivity with the exterior. Grass integrates sustainable landscaping that mitigates urban heat and enriches the environmental context. Additionally, a tactile membrane serves as the façade, symbolically representing skin and mirroring the art of tattooing through its design, thereby creating an engaging interaction for visitors.

The project also prioritizes sustainable practices through the use of eco-friendly materials and the integration of greenery, underscoring a commitment to urban ecological initiatives. This thoughtful approach not only reflects a harmonious relationship between the built environment and nature but also supports the project's overarching intent to serve as a community hub.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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