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Translucent Façade of Recycled Glass and Corrugated Aluminum in a Community Integration Hub

Authors:
Romana Benea, Iulia Miclea
Translucent Façade of Recycled Glass and Corrugated Aluminum in a Community Integration Hub

Project in-detail

Combining a translucent façade of recycled glass with corrugated aluminum, the community hub integrates seamlessly into its landscape while providing a flexible gathering space that fosters social interaction and sustainable practices.
5 key facts about this project
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Collaborative design process engaged with local community members for input.
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Use of corrugated aluminum for lightweight durability in the façade.
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Incorporation of passive solar design principles to enhance energy efficiency.
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Community garden integrated within the landscape for ecological engagement.
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Flexible layout accommodates diverse activities simultaneously without disruption.

The architectural project known as My Path serves as a community hub designed to enhance social interaction while being integrated with its surrounding landscape. Located in a rural setting, the design reflects an emphasis on sustainability and community engagement. This project aims to provide a flexible gathering space that accommodates various community activities, thereby fostering a sense of collective identity and belonging.

Key features of the My Path project include its thoughtful materiality and the relationship it establishes with the natural environment. The structure utilizes a combination of corrugated aluminum sheets, recycled glass, concrete, terrazzo flooring, and steel elements. These materials not only contribute to the aesthetic appeal of the architecture but also align with sustainable design principles, reducing environmental impact. The use of local fauna further highlights a commitment to ecological integration and biodiversity.

Community-oriented design is central to My Path. The project consists of three distinct sections: the community area, service wing, and private spaces. The community area serves as the primary interaction zone, allowing for versatility in usage, while the service wing ensures smooth operations with necessary facilities. The interplay between these distinct areas promotes simultaneous usage without compromising privacy or functionality.

One notable aspect of the design is its passive solar strategies, which maximize natural lighting and minimize energy consumption throughout the year. The incorporation of outdoor gathering spaces, such as community gardens and terraces, encourages interaction among users and invites engagement with nature. The pathways strategically connect different zones and enhance user movement throughout the site.

The architectural approach emphasizes transparency and visual connectivity, with extensive glazing that allows for uninterrupted views of the landscape. This design methodology seeks to break down barriers between the interior and exterior, creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages both human and ecological interactions. The environmental adaptability of the structure allows it to respond effectively to varying climatic conditions, ensuring comfort and usability in diverse weather scenarios.

For those interested in further exploring the details of the My Path project, it is encouraged to review the architectural plans, sections, and designs that provide deeper insights into the architectural ideas driving this community-focused architectural endeavor.

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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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