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Vinyl-Enhanced Acoustic Spaces Reinventing Community Through Restored Brick and Glass Facades

Authors:
Amirmohammad Momeni, Shabnam Mousaie, Ali Rezazadeh
Vinyl-Enhanced Acoustic Spaces Reinventing Community Through Restored Brick and Glass Facades

Project in-detail

Restored brick facades and vinyl-integrated acoustic spaces converge to create a vibrant cultural hub that revitalizes community engagement through music and the arts.
5 key facts about this project
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Restored historical brick integrates seamlessly with modern vinyl elements for an updated aesthetic.
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Interconnected passageways create fluid transitions between public and performance spaces.
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Acoustic properties enhance sound quality throughout music-focused areas.
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Flexible design supports diverse community events and artistic activities.
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Artificial trees serve as both visual markers and practical acoustic enhancements.

## Project Overview
The redevelopment of an abandoned factory block in Cēsis, Latvia, aims to create Music Street, a hub for cultural and artistic activities. Situated in a town renowned for its dedication to art and music, this initiative seeks to revitalize the site while maintaining its historical significance. The intent is to integrate music and community interactions, enhancing Cēsis' role within the Latvian cultural landscape.

## Spatial Strategy and Community Engagement
The design repurposes the existing factory structure into a multifunctional space dedicated to music and the arts. Key components include a central thoroughfare, Music Street, which connects various facilities, promoting community engagement through accessible performance venues, art exhibitions, and social gathering areas. The redevelopment celebrates Cēsis’ musical heritage, positioning it as a destination for both residents and tourists interested in cultural experiences.

## Materiality and Design Elements
The project incorporates a blend of traditional and modern materials to achieve both durability and aesthetic harmony. Restoring the original brick facade preserves the historical character of the factory, while large glass windows enhance connectivity between indoor and outdoor environments, allowing natural light to enter the spaces. Concrete elements introduce a contemporary contrast, particularly in public areas and new structures. Unique features, such as visually striking vinyl-made artificial trees, not only enhance the visual landscape but also contribute to acoustic design, reinforcing the thematic focus on music throughout the development.

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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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