25M
Contemporary Entrance, Philadelphia
Entry for a International Microhome Competition 2022.
Competition challenge was to design a microhome at a maximum of 25 square meters.
Home is theorized as four zones. Public space consisting of 1-dining, social, work zone with transforming furniture.
2- cooking zone.
3- private zones consisting of bathroom and sleeping zone.
Bedroom is elevated to create below floor storage for futon mattress, blankets and pillows. There is also additional closet space in bedroom.
Exterior has elevated slab walkway that connects exterior public zone entrance, to exterior private zone bedroom deck.
Deep roof overhangs protects facade from the elements and reduces solar heat gain and glare.
Winter sun penetrates into home for warmth.
Home is designed to passive house standards.
Potentially capable of off-grid use.
Calming effect