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Terracotta Cladding and Community Gardens in Intergenerational Living Spaces

Authors:
Isabelle Jardas, Mia Scott, Anya Vanecek
Terracotta Cladding and Community Gardens in Intergenerational Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Utilizing terracotta cladding and native landscaping, the design fosters intergenerational connections among residents while providing a sustainable co-living environment that enhances community engagement and well-being.
5 key facts about this project
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Terracotta cladding enhances thermal performance and aesthetic cohesion.
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Community gardens integrate native plant species to promote local biodiversity.
03
Shared cooking and living spaces encourage daily interactions among residents.
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A dedicated promenade connects various amenities, fostering active lifestyles.
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Multigenerational housing layouts adapt to varied resident needs and preferences.

### Overview
The Promenade: Campus Co-Living is situated within a university campus two miles from downtown, aimed at creating a vibrant, multi-generational living environment. This project integrates communal spaces designed to foster connections between senior residents and university students, addressing social isolation among the elderly while promoting interactions that enhance community engagement.

### Spatial Strategy and User Experience
The design involves intentional spatial configurations that prioritize intergenerational relationships. Key community-centric areas include "The Village" for shared cooking and gathering experiences, and "The Creative Commons," a flexible space that adapts to various interests and activities. Prominently featured is an expansive promenade connecting fitness facilities, a pool, and nature walk areas, reinforcing the role of the outdoors as a central connector among residents.

### Materiality and Sustainability
The material selection reflects a commitment to ecological sustainability and harmony with the surrounding environment. Terracotta cladding improves thermal performance and aesthetic appeal, while glass and steel elements enhance natural light and openness. Landscaping incorporates native plant species and sustainable horticultural practices in community gardens, supporting environmental goals and fostering a connection to nature. This comprehensive approach emphasizes sustainable living alongside the promotion of healthy lifestyles through accessible outdoor and communal spaces.

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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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