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Translucent Steel Grids and Flexible Spaces in an Urban Cultural Hub

Authors:
Rajeeb Hazra, Christine Porna Adhikari
Translucent Steel Grids and Flexible Spaces in an Urban Cultural Hub

Project in-detail

Utilizing translucent steel grids and adaptable interior spaces, the design creates a dynamic environment for cultural engagement in the heart of London’s urban landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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Translucent steel grids create a visual interplay of light and space throughout the interior.
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Indoor Idea Lobby facilitates spontaneous collaboration among visitors, enhancing community engagement.
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Flexible exhibition areas adapt to evolving digital narratives, accommodating diverse events.
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Historic context is preserved through the use of traditional materials like brick alongside modern elements.
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Strategically placed social spaces promote a continuous flow, enhancing visitor interaction.

**Overview**
The London Internet Museum is situated adjacent to a historic terminal building, designed to address the evolving digital landscape and serve as a hub for innovation and creativity. The museum aims to create a space that reflects the growth of internet culture while fostering community engagement and educational experiences.

**Exterior Expression**
The façade features a complex arrangement of steel and glass, symbolizing the dynamic nature of the digital realm. A series of interwoven white steel beams creates an intricate visual texture that embodies the interconnected essence of the internet. Translucent glass panels not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also facilitate natural light, contributing to an inviting interior environment.

**Spatial Organization**
The design prioritizes interaction and accessibility through a thoughtfully structured layout. Central to the museum is the Indoor Idea Lobby, designed to encourage informal gatherings and discussions. Surrounding this core space are social areas and terraces that promote visitor engagement and connectivity. Vertical circulation is enhanced by widened staircases, which serve as social connectors, providing opportunities for spontaneous conversations among visitors. Access points are strategically placed to ensure a smooth flow throughout the various exhibition areas, which can be easily reconfigured to accommodate diverse programming and events.

**Material Selection**
The material palette includes steel for structural integrity, translucent glass for daylighting, and concrete brick that connects the new construction to its historical context. Together, these materials establish a dialogue between the contemporary design and the site's legacy, underscoring the museum's role as a forward-looking institution while respecting its environment.

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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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