Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 International Sustainable Housing Architecture Competition

Competition Information and Important Details

FieldsDescription
NameKingspan MICROHOME 2026
OrganiserBuildner in partnership with Kingspan
Submission DeadlineNovember 2, 2026
ThemeReconsider essential living through a maximum 25 m² microhome focused on sustainability, adaptability and contemporary life
LocationInternational, site unrestricted
CategoryArchitecture, Housing Design, Sustainable Living
Registration Fees

Description

11th edition of the international MICROHOME competition challenging participants to design a complete small-scale home within 25 m² while exploring responsible, adaptable and resource-efficient living.

Eligibility

Open internationally to architects, artists and creatives from all backgrounds. No professional qualification required.

Important dates

Registration: 30 September 2026

Q&A: 5 October 2026

Submission: 2 November 2026

Results: 15 December 2026

Registration Details

Architect/Enthusiast/Company €140; Student €120; +4.5% VAT.

Competition Jury

Will Beilharz, David Basulto, Sandra Del Bove, Ignacio de la Vega, Ondřej Chybík, Mitchell Joachim, Katharina Kral, Jane Lea, Flora Lee, Steffen Welsch

Prizes

€100,000 total

First €30,000

Second €10,000

Third €5,000

Student €10,000

Kingspan Award €30,000

3 Kingspan Compliments €5,000 each

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