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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Louvres Enhance Community Connectivity in Urban Revitalization

Authors:
Sofiia Terletska, Uliana Lugach
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Louvres Enhance Community Connectivity in Urban Revitalization

Project in-detail

Crafted with charred wooden shingles and designed with operable glass louvres for environmental performance, this community hub revitalizes the urban landscape while fostering public engagement and accessibility.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted with charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and aesthetics.
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Operable glass louvres optimize natural ventilation and minimize energy use.
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Incorporates a green roof to promote biodiversity and ecological balance.
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Features adaptable public spaces with movable furniture for flexible use.
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Urban pathways designed to prioritize pedestrian and cyclist accessibility.

### Project Overview

The reimagining of a government building within Freedom Square focuses on integrating sustainable design principles while respecting the site's historical context. This initiative aims to develop an interactive public space that enhances community engagement and promotes cultural heritage.

### Spatial Strategy

The design adopts a community-centric approach by creating flexible areas that adapt to various public needs. Key features include urban squares designed for activities and gatherings, equipped with movable furniture to accommodate different events. Additionally, the design prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist pathways, encouraging a more inclusive and accessible environment. An amphitheater integrated within the square serves as a venue for community events and performances, fostering cultural engagement among residents.

### Materiality and Sustainability

Material choices reflect a commitment to environmental responsibility and aesthetic harmony. The original facade of the government building is preserved while modern elements such as glass louvres are introduced to enhance comfort by minimizing sunlight and noise intrusion. A green roof system promotes biodiversity and visually connects the structure to its surroundings. Other materials, including durable concrete for the amphitheater and warm wood for seating areas, complement the design’s overall objective of sustainability and community integration. Vegetation, both on the roof and throughout the site, further contributes to ecological benefits and enhances the aesthetic quality of the public space.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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