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Vertical Gardens and Acoustic Treatments in a Community Hub Built From Reinforced Concrete

Authors:
Giorgio Pini, Jonathan Arbib
Vertical Gardens and Acoustic Treatments in a Community Hub Built From Reinforced Concrete

Project in-detail

Incorporating vertical gardens and advanced acoustic treatments within a structure of reinforced concrete, the facility serves as a versatile community hub designed for diverse cultural activities and events.
5 key facts about this project
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Features integrated vertical gardens that enhance biodiversity and improve air quality.
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Utilizes reinforced concrete for structural integrity while accommodating extensive glazing for natural light.
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Incorporates advanced acoustic treatments for optimal sound quality in performance spaces.
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Designed with flexible multipurpose rooms to support a variety of community activities and events.
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Includes landscaped outdoor areas that promote social interaction and engagement with the surrounding environment.

## Project Overview

The Kip Island Auditorium is situated within a fairgrounds context, aiming to enhance both functionality and aesthetic appeal in an urban setting. Designed to serve multiple purposes, the auditorium facilitates a variety of community-focused activities while promoting environmental sustainability and economic opportunities in the region.

### Spatial Strategy

The auditorium's layout incorporates distinct functional zones, strategically organized to promote accessibility and interaction. A glazed lobby at street level connects visitors with an adjacent exhibition center, fostering engagement with the space. The main auditorium spans two levels, featuring seating arrangements optimized for performance viewing and enhanced by tailored acoustic treatments. Additionally, multipurpose rooms accommodate smaller gatherings, workshops, and meetings, encouraging diverse community programming.

### Material and Environmental Framework

The choice of materials for the Kip Island Auditorium emphasizes sustainability and functionality. Reinforced concrete forms the structural base, accommodating embedded vegetation through innovative landscaping features. Expansive glass facades allow natural light to permeate the interior while facilitating thermal regulation, contributing to energy efficiency. The use of biodegradable materials for finishes further reduces ecological impact.

Incorporating renewable energy systems, such as solar panels and wind turbines, the design significantly minimizes reliance on fossil fuels. The landscape design integrates green spaces that enhance biodiversity and promote local ecosystems, improving air quality while creating inviting outdoor areas for relaxation and informal gatherings.

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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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