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Triangular Form Constructed with Natural Wood and Glass for Community Living

Author:
Chaewon Nam
Triangular Form Constructed with Natural Wood and Glass for Community Living

Project in-detail

Constructed with a distinctive triangular form, the residence integrates natural wood and expansive glass to create seamless connections between communal and private spaces, facilitating family interaction and introspection.
5 key facts about this project
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Triangular design enhances structural stability and visual appeal.
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Integrated natural wood promotes a warm, inviting atmosphere.
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Large glass panels create uninterrupted views and maximize natural light.
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Dedicated meditation spaces foster personal tranquility within communal settings.
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Native landscaping supports local biodiversity and reduces maintenance needs.

## Architectural Design Report: Try, Tri-House

### Concept Overview

Located in a thoughtful environment, the Try, Tri-House integrates modern living with natural elements, focusing on the interrelation of family, community, and environmental engagement. The design employs a triangular motif to symbolize the essential aspects of life that it aims to balance. The structure is conceived as a place of refuge, addressing the contemporary necessity for serene spaces that coexist harmoniously with their surroundings.

### Spatial Organization and User Experience

The internal organization of the house is structured into distinct zones that facilitate diverse interactions. Central to the layout is the communal tasting room, designed to promote social engagement, which is seamlessly connected to the kitchen and dining areas. This open configuration is intended to encourage shared experiences among occupants and guests. Private areas, including meditation rooms and guest accommodations, are oriented towards optimizing tranquility and family intimacy, ensuring both connection and solitude can be experienced.

### Material Selection and Environmental Integration

The materials chosen for the Try, Tri-House reflect a commitment to sustainability and modern aesthetics. Concrete serves as the foundational material, providing structural integrity, while extensive glass elements invite abundant natural light and panoramic views of the landscape. Wood is used throughout the interior to create warmth and invite comfort, particularly in areas dedicated to relaxation. Steel is utilized for its durability in structural applications, contributing to a contemporary visual language. The strategic placement of windows and gabled roofs emphasizes the project's alignment with its natural environment, enhancing both ecological balance and architectural cohesion.

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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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