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Transformable Living Spaces Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles

Author:
Parmis Shojaeialiabadi
Transformable Living Spaces Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles

Project in-detail

Retractable morphe walls and sustainable features crafted from cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles redefine compact living by creating an adaptable environment for urban dwellers.
5 key facts about this project
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Retractable morphe walls allow for flexible space configurations.
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Cross-laminated timber panels enhance structural efficiency and sustainability.
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Charred wooden shingles provide both aesthetics and fire resistance.
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The bent A-frame design optimizes interior volume and natural light.
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Integrated greywater recycling systems support eco-friendly living.

## Overview
The Micro Home project is an architectural response to the increasing demand for compact and sustainable living solutions in diverse urban and rural contexts. It employs a prefabricated system designed to optimize space while addressing essential functional and environmental needs. This innovative approach highlights the potential of small living environments to adapt flexibly to occupants' lifestyles.

### Spatial Adaptability
Key to the design is the concept of "The Hidden Prefabricated Wall," which introduces elements such as retractable walls, referred to as "morphe walls." These walls allow for the reconfiguration of internal spaces, facilitating transitions from intimate settings to open-concept areas suitable for various activities, such as social gatherings or remote work. The efficient floor plan maximizes usability, featuring multifunctional areas that accommodate essential living functions without compromising on spatial comfort.

### Material and Energy Efficiency
The material selection for the Micro Home emphasizes durability, sustainability, and efficiency. Prefabricated wall panels, made from engineered wood or composite materials, contribute to quick assembly and flexibility. The home is equipped with solar panels and systems for rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling, promoting energy self-sufficiency and responsible water management. These sustainable features are complemented by the incorporation of natural ventilation strategies, enhancing indoor air quality while reducing dependence on mechanical systems. The exterior design combines clean lines and large windows, ensuring ample natural light while maintaining an aesthetically contemporary appearance.

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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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