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Transformable Living Space Featuring Sliding Floor and Sustainable Wood Construction

Authors:
Luke Callaghan, Sophia De Uria
Transformable Living Space Featuring Sliding Floor and Sustainable Wood Construction
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Utilizing a sliding floor system and sustainable wood construction, this compact dwelling adapts to various needs while minimizing its ecological footprint.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a sliding floor system to transform interior configurations.
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Constructed with cross-laminated timber panels for structural integrity.
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Features charred wooden shingles enhancing durability and aesthetics.
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Designed for off-grid living with integrated rainwater harvesting.
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Compact footprint optimized for versatility in remote locations.

## Overview
The Micro-Assembly Home is situated within a wooded habitat, designed to provide an adaptable living environment that aligns with contemporary architectural standards emphasizing sustainability. The project utilizes a compact footprint, aiming to deliver versatile spaces suitable for a professional couple while minimizing ecological impact. Modular construction techniques serve as the foundation for its assembly, relying on a limited range of materials that facilitate efficient building processes and resource conservation.

### Spatial Efficiency and Adaptability
The design prioritizes the intelligent use of space, maintaining a total area of 25 square meters while promoting a sense of openness and functionality. The layout includes innovative storage solutions and convertible spaces that cater to varying daily needs. A sliding floor platform allows for multiple configurations, enhancing the home’s usability for both work and leisure activities. The distinct modular construction features a slotted assembly of four planks, enabling straightforward transportation and assembly by individuals with minimal construction experience.

### Material Selection and Environmental Considerations
The selection of materials emphasizes sustainability and regional resource utilization. Wood serves as the primary material, underlining its renewable properties, while structural reinforcements and aesthetic components include metal and glass, respectively. The integration of a rainwater collection system not only aids energy efficiency but also reinforces an off-grid lifestyle, promoting self-sufficiency. This strategic approach to materiality enhances both the building's aesthetic and its functional performance, ensuring durability while supporting ecological principles.

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The Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 competition invites architects and designers worldwide to rethink small-scale living by creating an off-grid, modular micro dwelling under 25 m². Now in its 11th edition, the contest emphasizes sustainable, innovative, and human-centered design that demonstrates how compact living can have a big impact.

With a €100,000 prize fund, entries will be evaluated for originality, efficiency, and their response to contemporary environmental and social challenges. The competition is open to everyone, with submissions allowed individually or in teams of up to four. Registration closes on 30 September 2026, and winners will be announced on 15 December 2026.

By celebrating creativity within strict limits, MICROHOME 2026 continues to push the boundaries of compact architecture and sustainable living.

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Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION
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