MICROHOME 2027
The 12th edition of the MICROHOME competition invites architects, designers, students and creative minds from around the world to reimagine small-scale living. Participants are challenged to design an innovative, sustainable and self-sufficient modular home for two people, with a maximum floor area of just 25 m².
The competition encourages participants to explore how thoughtful planning, sustainable materials and efficient use of space can create comfortable, functional and inspiring living environments. Designs should respond to contemporary housing challenges and demonstrate how a small home can support a high quality of life.
Participants are free to explore different architectural styles, construction methods and technological solutions. Proposals should be adaptable and designed to operate off-grid, reflecting the growing need for more sustainable ways of living. The competition welcomes both individual entries and teams of up to four members, including multidisciplinary teams.
PRIZE
All winners of MICROHOME 2027 will automatically qualify for the annual Buildner Medal 2027, where they will compete alongside selected winners of other Buildner competitions for a share of the €50,000 prize fund.
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Early Bird Registration: October 22, 2026 – January 14, 2027
Advanced Registration: January 15 – March 25, 2027
Last-Minute Registration: March 26 – June 16, 2027
Registration Deadline: June 16, 2027
Competition Q&A Deadline: June 21, 2027
Project Submission Deadline: July 21, 2027
Winners Announced: September 28, 2027
More: microhome.info
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