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Terracotta Facades and Teak Interiors Defining Senior Living Through Cultural Resonance

Authors:
Aya Maharani, Claudia Ivana Roulina Wijaya , Ramadhoni Dwi Payana , Syarif Hidayatullah
Terracotta Facades and Teak Interiors Defining Senior Living Through Cultural Resonance

Project in-detail

Utilizing traditional Joglo roof forms and local teak, the facility enhances community engagement through carefully designed interactive spaces aimed at improving the quality of life for seniors.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a modern interpretation of the traditional Joglo roof to enhance natural ventilation.
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Incorporates local teak wood for structural elements, promoting regional craftsmanship.
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Features community gardens designed to encourage resident interaction and wellbeing.
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Employs roster brick for passive cooling and improved air circulation throughout the building.
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Integrates accessible pathways to ensure mobility for all residents within the facility.

### Overview

Omah Harsa is a senior living facility located in Pacitan, East Java, Indonesia, designed to address the needs of an increasingly elderly population within the community. Focusing on creating a nurturing and familiar environment, the project aims to alleviate feelings of isolation often experienced by older adults. The name "Omah Harsa," translating to "house of comfort" in Javanese, reflects the intent to provide a welcoming atmosphere through the integration of cultural elements and modern housing needs.

### Architectural Strategy and Materiality

The design incorporates traditional Javanese architectural elements, notably the modernized Joglo roof, which symbolizes community and warmth. This feature incorporates skylights to enhance natural light and ventilation, contributing to the facility's sustainability goals. The choice of materials includes clay roof tiles for insulation, teak wood for structural support and aesthetics, and roster brick for airflow and light diffusion, ensuring a balance between modern conveniences and cultural integrity.

### Spatial Organization and User Experience

Omah Harsa’s layout promotes accessibility and safety, with an emphasis on communal living areas that encourage social interactions while maintaining private spaces through strategically placed gardens and courtyards. Designated activity zones accommodate various cultural practices, while integrated health and wellness facilities support both physical and mental well-being. The thoughtful arrangement fosters community engagement and interaction, enhancing the overall quality of life for residents.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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.

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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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