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Flexible Creative Spaces for Fashion

Authors:
Isgandar Hajiyev, Aziza Hashimova
Flexible Creative Spaces for Fashion

Project in-detail

The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a blend of brick and glass to enhance natural light throughout the workspace.
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Incorporates specialized "capsule" zones for focused individual work within open areas.
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Features an elevated runway for live fashion presentations, integrating workplace and exhibition space.
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Includes a dedicated museum area showcasing the history of fashion, fostering education.
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Design allows for adaptable communal spaces that encourage teamwork and creativity.

The Office for a Fashion Company is a contemporary architectural project that redefines the boundaries between workspace and cultural venue. Situated in Kharkiv, Ukraine, the design responds to the evolving needs of the fashion industry by creating a flexible, dynamic environment where creativity and functionality coexist. More than just a workplace, the office serves as a collaborative platform for designers, curators, and creative professionals, integrating diverse functions—from focused individual work to public fashion presentations.

The layout incorporates several distinct areas strategically designed to enhance workflow and creativity. The design of the runway area is significant, providing a functional space for live fashion shows, which supports the primary function of the building as a creative workspace for fashion professionals. This connection between work and public display enhances the view of the fashion industry as a dynamic and interactive field. The use of specialized “capsules” for focused work is an innovative approach that allows individuals to concentrate in a visually stimulating environment.

The use of materials such as brick, glass, metal, concrete, and wood is intentional, balancing historical context with modern aesthetics. The exterior combines elements of Art Deco with contemporary design, blending nostalgia with innovation. The checkerboard flooring adds a rhythmic quality, guiding movement within the building. Each interior element has been designed with functionality and aesthetic coherence in mind, reinforcing the connection between form and purpose.

The architectural plans reflect a clear understanding of spatial organization and user interaction. The organization of the building prioritizes natural light, with carefully placed openings that create a bright and inviting atmosphere. Additionally, the project incorporates sustainable design principles, ensuring energy efficiency and resource conservation.

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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.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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