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Wing-Shaped Timber Structures Creating Community Connections in a Unique Landscape

Author:
Bartosz Szczęsny
Wing-Shaped Timber Structures Creating Community Connections in a Unique Landscape

Project in-detail

Wing-shaped timber structures accented by self-supporting glass panels emerge from the landscape of Great Kemeri Bog, offering functional zones for education and recreation while promoting a deep connection with the natural environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Wing-shaped structures inspired by bird movements enhance natural integration.
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Paths designed for accessibility connect all functional zones.
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Pine wood is primarily used for sustainable construction.
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Self-supporting glass panels create open, light-filled spaces.
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Educational areas focus on local ecology and environmental awareness.

The project at Great Kemeri Bog is set in a landscape known for its beautiful views and rich variety of wildlife. It aims to create a space that encourages people to connect with nature. Inspired by the movements and structures of local birds, the design blends practical needs with an appreciation for the environment, forming a space that reflects the area's natural charm.

Functional Zoning

Different zones serve various visitor needs, all carefully incorporated into the landscape. Key features include a ticket office, rest areas, a rope park, an exhibition center, a playground, a campsite, a tower overlook, outdoor kitchens, and a café with a terrace. Each area has been designed with accessibility in mind, ensuring that everyone can easily navigate the site. This thoughtful arrangement enhances how visitors interact with the surroundings.

Pathway Design

Pathways are thoughtfully laid out to guide visitors throughout the site. A main path connects essential areas, allowing easy movement from the car park to the different functional zones. Alternative paths invite people to explore at a relaxed pace, encouraging a deeper connection with the remarkable landscapes of the bog. This design not only helps to orient visitors but also enhances their experience of the environment.

Material Choices

Sustainability is a key focus in the material selection, which works to harmonize with the natural setting. The design uses pine wood, eco-friendly solutions, white fabric, and self-supporting glass panels. These materials contribute to a light appearance that complements the natural forms around them. The simplicity of poles and beams provides clarity while ensuring that construction remains manageable over time.

Design Aesthetics

The overall look of the project favors minimalism, allowing the natural beauty of Great Kemeri Bog to be the main focus. Wing-shaped timber structures serve practical purposes while also providing visual interest. This design connects the built environment to the landscape, creating a calm setting that encourages visitors to relax and explore.

The spaces, shaped by organic forms, unfold across the landscape, inviting the eye to take in the natural elements that surround them.

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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.

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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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