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Translucent Marble Facade and Modular Configuration in a Memorial Community Space

Authors:
HAOYANG SONG, KIWON HONG, HUIYUAN LI
Translucent Marble Facade and Modular Configuration in a Memorial Community Space

Project in-detail

With a modular arrangement of stacked boxes crafted from translucent marble and concrete, the design serves as a memorial space that fosters community reflection and educational activities in Casablanca.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular design features 45 stacked boxes, each symbolizing individuals affected by violence.
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Translucent marble facade enhances light penetration and creates a dynamic interior atmosphere.
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Strategic setbacks in the facade design provide visual depth and integrate with the urban environment.
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Incorporates dedicated spaces for contemplation and education, fostering community engagement.
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Utilizes concrete for durability, reflecting traditional construction methods in a modern context.

## Urban Kerkour Architectural Design Overview

Located in Casablanca, Morocco, the Urban Kerkour project serves as a significant architectural response to social and cultural narratives in the context of urban development. The design acknowledges the historical and contemporary challenges faced by the community, particularly addressing themes of memory, identity, and recovery in response to past trauma. By engaging with these themes, the project aims to foster a sense of belonging and healing within the urban fabric.

### Modular Configuration and Space Utilization

The design features a modular configuration composed of 45 stacked boxes, symbolically representing the victims of violence while providing a diverse range of spaces for community engagement. Each volume is crafted to accommodate various functions, including prayer, education, and reflection, thus facilitating communal activities. The ground floor welcomes visitors with a hall and garden, while the underground level provides quiet contemplation areas. The upper levels house prayer rooms, libraries, and community facilities, all interconnected by a strategically designed circulation system that promotes accessibility and flow.

### Material Selection and Light Integration

The use of materials in the Urban Kerkour is both symbolic and functional. Translucent marble is employed to create a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, reflecting the Mediterranean identity of the region. Raw concrete pays homage to traditional construction methods, ensuring durability within a contemporary context. Strategically placed glass elements enhance visibility and connection to the surroundings, further blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces. The careful orchestration of natural light through skylights and windows enriches the interior atmosphere, fostering a reflective environment aligned with the project's intent.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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