MICROHOME 10 Competition Winners

10th edition MICROHOME

Total prize

100,000 €

+ potential to be realised

This opportunity, is part of a strategic partnership between Buildner and ArchDaily.

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The 10th edition of MICROHOME continues Buildner’s mission to challenge and inspire architects and designers to push the boundaries of small-scale living.

This special edition, hosted in collaboration with Kingspan, a leader in high-performance building solutions, introduces an exciting new opportunity—one winning project will be selected for construction in partnership with Hapi Homes, a company pioneering tech-driven, sustainable, and customizable homebuilding. This competition is not just about visionary concepts—it’s about creating real, buildable solutions for the future of micro-living.

Designed to

be built

25 m²

Packed with creativity

Participants are invited to design an off-grid modular microhome for a young professional couple. As in previous editions, the total floor area must not exceed 25 m², requiring a careful balance of efficiency, functionality, and sustainability.

The challenge is to create a compact yet high-performing living space that integrates innovative materials, smart technology, and adaptable layouts to redefine modern micro-living.

Proposals should explore solutions that address sustainability, affordability, and adaptability while considering real-world construction feasibility. There are no geographical limitations, allowing designs to be set in any urban or rural environment worldwide. Projects that demonstrate creative approaches to off-grid living, energy efficiency, and material innovation will be highly regarded.

Built for the

world

Small-scale

Big impact

This edition of MICROHOME is more than an exploration of compact living—it is an opportunity to contribute to the future of residential design. With one winning project set to be built, the competition invites architects to create solutions that are not only visionary but also practical, proving that small-scale architecture can have a big impact.

The competition welcomes participants of all backgrounds—no professional qualifications required. The competition is conducted in English. Download the brief for full details and guidelines.