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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Resilient Housing Solution in Conflict Zones

Authors:
Siwoon Sung, Juseong Lee, Seongyeong Yun
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Resilient Housing Solution in Conflict Zones

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design provides adaptable housing solutions that prioritize resilience and community integration in post-conflict environments.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for enhanced weather resistance and fire protection.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels to promote rapid assembly and sustainability.
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Features a bent A-frame design that optimizes space while facilitating natural light flow.
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Adapts modular configurations to meet diverse community housing needs.
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Includes dedicated communal spaces that foster social interaction and community resilience.

## Project Overview

The project focuses on the reconstruction and revitalization of urban areas impacted by conflict, specifically in Ukraine. It aims to address the urgent housing needs resulting from war while fostering emotional and cultural reconciliation within the local community. This initiative is designed to provide safe living environments alongside spaces that honor and remember the past.

### Spatial Organization and User Adaptability

The design is organized into distinct blocks (82, 86, 90, 92, 96), with each block featuring modular apartment configurations that cater to varying resident needs. The layout prioritizes clear pedestrian pathways and integrates green spaces to enhance community interaction. Circulation corridors, balconies, and terraces not only promote social engagement but also improve natural ventilation and overall livability.

### Material Utilization and Sustainability

Concrete serves as the primary structural material, chosen for its durability and resilience. Cross-laminated timber (CLT), known for its eco-friendly properties, is incorporated into modular assemblies, adding aesthetic warmth to the environment. The design also includes a steel framework for structural integrity and glass panels strategically placed to maximize natural light and foster connections between indoor and outdoor spaces. Sustainable practices are embedded in the project’s approach, with a strong emphasis on using materials that reduce carbon footprints and promote community resilience. The flexibility in design allows for temporary constructions that can evolve into permanent habitats as circumstances permit.

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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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