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Cross-Laminated Timber Framework With Integrated Green Spaces for Community Living

Authors:
Rita Touma, Araz Demirdjian
Cross-Laminated Timber Framework With Integrated Green Spaces for Community Living

Project in-detail

Utilizing cross-laminated timber for its structural framework, the design integrates green spaces and adaptable living modules to create a sustainable community environment focused on resilience and engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes cross-laminated timber for enhanced structural performance and sustainability.
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Incorporates charred wooden shingles for improved durability and aesthetic appeal.
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Features a bent A-frame design that optimizes natural light and ventilation.
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Includes integrated green spaces to promote biodiversity and community interaction.
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Employs rainwater harvesting systems to support efficient water management.

### Overview

The Modular Revival project aims to address the reconstruction needs of the post-war community in Kharkiv, Ukraine. This initiative proposes a modular architectural design that integrates sustainability and community-oriented spaces within a functional framework. It comprises three distinct habitable modules—Work, Live, and Sleep—interconnected with green spaces and multifunctional areas, underscoring a commitment to adaptability and resilience in the built environment.

### Spatial Strategy and User Engagement

The design employs a modular construction approach, allowing each habitable unit to function independently while facilitating flexible arrangements tailored to user needs. This modularity promotes a dynamic interplay between spaces, encouraging interactions among residents. Communal areas such as gardens, playgrounds, and gathering spots enhance social cohesion and support the cultural fabric of the community. The configuration of these spaces fosters a sense of belonging and encourages engagement among diverse groups within Kharkiv.

### Material Performance and Sustainability

Sustainability is central to the project’s ethos, achieved through the use of eco-friendly materials and technologies. Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) serves as the primary structural component, offering both durability and environmental benefits. Integrated solar panels provide renewable energy, while rainwater harvesting systems facilitate efficient water resource management. Additionally, natural vegetation featured in vertical gardens contributes to biodiversity and improves public health. This strategic selection of materials not only reduces the ecological footprint but also establishes a resilient urban habitat in the context of post-war reconstruction.

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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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