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Textured Plaster and Timber Slats in a Valley Community Space

Author:
Oskar Kamecki
Textured Plaster and Timber Slats in a Valley Community Space

Project in-detail

With a façade of textured plaster and thin timber slats, the design harmonizes with its valley setting while providing essential community space for interaction and sustainability.
5 key facts about this project
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Natural light is maximized through strategically placed panoramic windows.
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A green roof provides recreational space and enhances local biodiversity.
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The structure features a lightweight wooden lattice framework for efficiency.
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Rainwater collection systems support sustainability and resource management.
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A pile foundation minimizes excavation and preserves the site’s natural landscape.

The design situates itself within a landscape that emphasizes sustainability and a strong bond with the surrounding natural features. The building serves multiple functions, aimed at promoting user interaction and environmental responsibility. The overall concept highlights the use of renewable energy and practical design, resulting in a space that is modern yet grounded.

Sustainable Energy Integration

Solar panels are a key feature, carefully placed to meet the building's energy needs. A utility room is essential for managing the energy collected from these panels, along with a rainwater collection system. This combination reflects a commitment to environmental responsibility, allowing the building to be more self-sufficient while using resources wisely.

Natural Light and Views

Panoramic windows have been incorporated throughout the design to take advantage of views of the valley and to bring in ample natural light. This choice creates a closer connection between interior spaces and the outside world, enriching the overall user experience. The presence of natural light not only enhances the space aesthetically but also reduces reliance on artificial lighting during daylight hours.

Structural and Elevation Characteristics

The structure features a light wooden lattice framework that presents a modern architectural approach. A pile foundation has been used to minimize excavation, preserving the site's natural landscape. The building's elevations are finished with light grey plaster, complemented by thin timber slats. This combination results in a façade that balances contemporary design with a sense of warmth and approachability.

Functional Layout and Design Details

The layout is thoughtfully organized into distinct functional areas, including waiting spaces and areas for communication. Practical elements such as changing rooms, showers, and toilets enhance accessibility and user comfort. An open area serves as a flexible space for various activities, supporting a dynamic use of the interior. The green roof functions as a garden, providing an opportunity for interaction with nature and completing the design narrative with an added layer of outdoor engagement.

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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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