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Timber Lattice Facade Featuring 3D-Printed Concrete for a Harmonious Family Home

Authors:
Lucas De Souza Ramalhaes Feitosa, Lucas Santos, Alicia Sayuri Komura Dugois, Matheus Aguiar
Timber Lattice Facade Featuring 3D-Printed Concrete for a Harmonious Family Home

Project in-detail

A wooden lattice facade and 3D-printed concrete combine to create a sustainable family residence that embraces traditional Arabian cultural values while promoting modern living.
5 key facts about this project
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A wooden lattice facade provides privacy while enhancing natural light.
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3D-printed concrete construction reduces waste and construction time.
03
Passive cooling is achieved through a Canadian well integrated into the design.
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Hollow core slabs create expansive, unobstructed interior spaces.
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Rainwater harvesting systems support sustainable water use for landscaping.

### Overview

The Arabian Home of Tomorrow is located along the shores of Dubai, serving as a contemporary example of Arabian residential architecture that balances tradition with modern sustainability. The design intent is to create a living environment that honors the region's cultural heritage while fulfilling current ecological standards.

### Spatial Organization and User Experience

The home is organized into defined zones that cater to diverse user needs. Private areas, including bedrooms, are designed to provide individual retreats for family members, reflecting the typical family structure in Arab culture. In contrast, expansive social spaces such as the living and dining areas promote communal activities and facilitate social gatherings. Leisure spaces, including gardens and swimming pools, offer areas for relaxation, while service zones encompass functional aspects like kitchens and storage, ensuring operational efficiency without compromising aesthetics.

### Sustainability Strategies

Incorporating advanced sustainable practices is a central aspect of the design. Passive ventilation techniques, including the use of the Canadian well for air cooling, address the climatic conditions of Dubai efficiently. The residence is also equipped with rainwater harvesting systems to enhance eco-efficiency and features solar panel installations that contribute to energy self-sufficiency. These elements highlight a commitment to environmental stewardship while enriching the residents' quality of life.

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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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