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Tempered Glass Balustrades and Organic Forms in a Coastal Lookout Space

Author:
Andrey Lebedev
Tempered Glass Balustrades and Organic Forms in a Coastal Lookout Space

Project in-detail

With its tempered glass balustrades and organic forms, the structure seamlessly integrates into the coastal landscape, providing a multifunctional lookout space that promotes community interaction and environmental appreciation.
5 key facts about this project
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Tempered glass balustrades enhance safety while offering unobstructed views.
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The structure’s organic forms mimic natural elements, blending with the coastal landscape.
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Circular balconies provide versatile gathering spaces for community interaction.
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Sustainable materials, including metal and wood finishes, promote environmental sensitivity.
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The multi-tiered design allows for progressive elevation and varied perspectives.

## Overview

The structure is located along a coastal setting, designed specifically for a beachside context. The intent is to develop a public space that blends aesthetic considerations with functional elements, enhancing community engagement and interaction. The design prioritizes sustainability and seeks to establish a relationship with the natural environment through its form and material choices.

## Spatial Configuration and User Experience

The multi-tiered design facilitates a gradual ascent that enhances the visitor experience, culminating in panoramic views of the shoreline and surrounding landscapes. Each level serves distinct functions and offers unique vantage points, encouraging exploration and social interaction. Distinctive circular balconies and a central spiral staircase foster movement while acting as a focal element within the space. Additionally, features such as integrated viewing instruments invite visitors to engage more deeply with the scenic environment.

## Materiality and Sustainability

Material choices reflect a commitment to both durability and environmental sensitivity. The incorporation of pink tempered glass for balustrades ensures visibility while contributing a vibrant color aspect to the structure. A metal framework provides stability against coastal conditions, complemented by wood finishes that enhance the connection to nature. Innovative use of stretched fabric for shading softens structural lines and enhances visitor comfort. Special attention has been given to the foundation, utilizing reinforced piles to ensure stability in the sandy terrain. Overall, the design embodies principles of sustainability while harmonizing with its coastal surroundings.

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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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