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Charred Wood Cladding and Concrete Framework Enhance Community Resilience in Urban Housing

Authors:
Mikołaj Piotr Waszkiewicz, Szymon Piotr Kaniewski
Charred Wood Cladding and Concrete Framework Enhance Community Resilience in Urban Housing

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wood cladding for enhanced durability and a robust concrete framework, the design creates resilient, modular housing that prioritizes community interaction and safety in an urban environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for enhanced weather resistance and aesthetic appeal.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels for structural efficiency and sustainability.
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Features a bent A-frame design to optimize spatial dynamics and natural light.
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Integrates modular housing units that can be easily reconfigured for various needs.
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Emphasizes communal spaces to promote social interaction among residents.

### Overview
Located in Kharkiv, Ukraine, the project addresses the pressing challenges of urban living in areas affected by conflict. The intent is to create a framework that encourages resilience, community engagement, and functionality through innovative architectural solutions. It integrates living spaces with social interaction zones, reinforcing the dual role of addressing immediate housing needs while fostering a sense of community.

### Spatial Configuration
The design prioritizes a balanced distribution of private and public spaces, facilitating social interaction among inhabitants. Flexible modular units are arranged to accommodate various living conditions while promoting communal engagement. Open common areas are designated for community gatherings and daily interactions, essential for strengthening local culture and social networks. Corridors are strategically positioned to enhance natural movement and encourage face-to-face encounters, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.

### Material Selection
The choice of materials is integral to the project’s functionality and emotional resonance. Predominant materials include concrete for the structural backbone, providing robustness and durability; wood for modular furniture elements, introducing warmth and familiarity; glass in facade components to enhance natural light intake and visual connectiveness; and steel for reinforced structures and furnishings to ensure longevity. These materials not only meet building requirements but also contribute to creating a safe yet inviting living environment for residents.

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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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