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Translucent Panels and Vibrant Facades Defining A Multifunctional Community Hub

Authors:
Daniil Fedotov, Vladimir Fedotov, Efanova Tatyana
Translucent Panels and Vibrant Facades Defining A Multifunctional Community Hub

Project in-detail

The use of translucent panels and a vibrant facade creates a visually engaging environment that seamlessly integrates multifunctional spaces aimed at fostering community collaboration and artistic expression.
5 key facts about this project
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The building's bent A-frame design enhances structural integrity while creating dynamic interior spaces.
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Translucent panels maximize natural light, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor environments.
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Charred wooden shingles provide fire resistance and a unique aesthetic texture to the façade.
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Flexible workshop areas accommodate diverse artistic activities, promoting community collaboration.
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Strategically placed communal zones invite public interaction and engagement throughout the hub.

### Overview

The Adelaide Creative Community Hub is located on Franklin Street in the city center of Adelaide, Australia. This project aims to enhance the urban environment by promoting community engagement and artistic expression. The design seeks to create a visually striking architectural presence while accommodating a variety of communal activities.

### Spatial Configuration

The internal layout of the hub has been specifically designed to support both individual and collaborative uses. The ground floor features public amenities, including cafés and bookstores, fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Upper levels include flexible workshop areas and performance spaces that cater to diverse needs, enabling adaptability for various events and activities. Circulation paths throughout the space are strategically planned to facilitate seamless movement, enhancing user experience and connectivity between different functions.

### Material and Façade Selection

A deliberate selection of materials characterizes the hub’s design, balancing modernity with sustainability. A metal frame provides structural support, while translucent panels in the roofing allow ample natural light into the interior. Various textural finishes delineate different areas, enhancing tactile experiences and visual interest. The façade design incorporates vibrant colors, predominantly red, to reflect the artistic spirit of the community. Unique architectural forms and textures create a dynamic exterior that invites interaction and complements the surrounding traditional buildings, establishing a dialogue between old and new architectural styles.

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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.

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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