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Triangular Structure Featuring Aluminum Composite Panels and Glass Facade for Educational Engagement

Authors:
Gustavo Poliseli, Isabela Machado
Triangular Structure Featuring Aluminum Composite Panels and Glass Facade for Educational Engagement

Project in-detail

Characterized by its triangular form and a facade composed of aluminum composite panels and expansive glass, the academy serves as a dynamic educational hub for tattoo artistry, fostering creativity and community engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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The building’s triangular shape enhances structural stability while promoting natural light.
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Aluminum composite panels create a modern facade that complements glass elements.
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Dedicated spaces for exhibitions foster community engagement with tattoo artistry.
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Lattice mesh adds visual interest and contributes to the building's protective features.
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Guest accommodations designed for creative professionals enhance the facility's versatility.

### Project Overview
The Melbourne Tattoo Academy is situated in an urban environment and aims to serve both educational and social functions. The architectural design emphasizes modern aesthetics while prioritizing practical usability. The intent is to foster an engaging atmosphere conducive to both artistic expression and learning.

### Spatial Organization
The architectural concept is defined by a triangular form that influences both the exterior and interior layout. This geometric strategy not only underscores structural integrity but also enhances the visual dynamics of the building. The organization facilitates interaction among users and is tailored to accommodate various instructional and social activities. The ground floor serves as a primary social hub with areas for exhibitions and demonstrations, while the upper levels are dedicated to classrooms and training spaces, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Additional accommodations for guests are integrated into the design, ensuring comfort and practicality.

### Material Selection
Material choices are critical in achieving the desired balance between aesthetics and functionality. Aluminum composite panels provide a modern façade with durability, while extensive glass usage enhances natural lighting and visual connectivity between indoor and outdoor spaces. Lightweight aluminum lattice mesh adds structural strength and visual interest, and wooden flooring contributes warmth to the internal environment. Furthermore, paving and landscaping materials are selected to establish a cohesive relationship between the academy and its surroundings, creating functional outdoor areas for community engagement and events.

The design also prioritizes sustainability, featuring solutions that optimize thermal performance and natural ventilation. These elements underscore the commitment to energy efficiency and eco-friendly practices within modern architectural frameworks, while accommodating the cultural significance of tattooing through spaces designed for public interaction and artistic display.

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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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