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Transitioning Sound: Timber Facades and Natural Elements in a Calming Space

Author:
Anastasia Limonova
Transitioning Sound: Timber Facades and Natural Elements in a Calming Space

Project in-detail

Constructed with distinct timber facades and fiberboard insulation, the design effectively facilitates a transition from sound to silence, creating a tranquil space for reflection and engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Distinct timber facades promote sound absorption and enhance acoustic privacy.
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Fiberboard insulation improves energy efficiency and contributes to a peaceful interior.
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The bent A-frame design allows for effective rainwater management and adds structural stability.
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Terrace integration creates a direct connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Carefully measured areas of S = 14.7 and S = 6.4 maximize space utility and functionality.

The design titled "From Sound to Silence" focuses on the shift from noise to quiet, highlighting the importance of a calming environment. Located in a thoughtfully selected area, the structure encourages engagement with its surroundings. The central idea revolves around creating spaces that allow for reflection and peace, distinguishing itself through both practicality and visual appeal.

Facades

The building features several facades—Facade 1, Facade 2, Facade 3, and Facade 4. Each facade serves a specific purpose and contributes to a cohesive visual identity that invites exploration. The arrangement of these facades enhances interaction and creates a dialogue between the building and its environment, with natural light playing across the surfaces throughout the day.

Materials

Material choices are fundamental to the design, with elements such as lining, wooden rail, insulation (fibreboard), plywood, wooden beam, and wood shingle carefully selected. These materials promote sustainability and offer a connection to the natural world, bringing warmth to the overall feel of the space. Wooden components not only provide a tactile experience but also help reduce sound, which relates closely to the theme of transitioning from sound to silence.

Spatial Configuration

Sections and measurement plans are crucial for understanding the spatial organization. The measurement plan indicates key areas, showing dimensions like S = 14.7 and S = 6.4. This attention to detail helps create usable spaces that facilitate movement and functionality. The design does not overlook practicality, as technical plans for lighting and electrical setups ensure that the building meets everyday needs while maintaining its visual interest.

Interior Dynamics

Attention is also given to the interior layout, especially in the arrangement of furniture on both the first floor and attic. The plans illustrate how furnishings influence spatial flow and user comfort. Thoughtful integration of lighting and accessibility features, such as snap switches, further enhances the lived experience. Each decision reflects the aim of providing a peaceful environment that guides users from the noise of everyday life into a space of tranquility.

A wooden terrace extends outward from the structure, providing a connection to the landscape. This feature allows for outdoor interaction and enhances the overall calming atmosphere, bridging indoor comfort with nature.

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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.

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