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Elevated Bicycle Pathways and Sustainable Steel Structures Reimagining Urban Mobility

Authors:
Olha Hrihorova, Kateryna Movchan, Yelyzaveta Plakhotia
Elevated Bicycle Pathways and Sustainable Steel Structures Reimagining Urban Mobility

Project in-detail

Elevated bicycle pathways interlace through sustainable steel frameworks, seamlessly integrating public amenities and green spaces to redefine urban mobility in the heart of the city.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated bicycle pathways provide safe, direct access throughout the urban area.
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Native vegetation integrated into the design enhances local biodiversity and ecological resilience.
03
Underground parking optimizes surface space for pedestrian and cyclist use.
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A multi-functional amphitheater fosters community engagement and cultural activities.
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Sustainable steel structures minimize environmental impact while offering architectural flexibility.

### Overview

The design intervention focuses on the Regional Administration Building and the adjacent Svobody Square, aiming to enhance urban mobility and sustainability through a contemporary architectural approach. The project introduces bicycle paths and public amenities, intended to create a functional urban hub for residents and visitors. The concept integrates historical context with modern design practices to promote an active and engaging environment.

### Spatial Strategy and Connectivity

Central to the project is the innovative bicycle track, which weaves through various landscapes and elevations, promoting cycling as a sustainable mode of transportation. This thoroughfare addresses traffic congestion and encourages a culture of biking, thereby supporting ecological initiatives. The master plan outlines a network of bike paths and pedestrian pathways designed for accessibility and safety, integrating recreational areas and urban squares that facilitate community gatherings and cultural activities.

### Material Selection and Ecological Integration

A deliberate color palette, predominantly featuring red, is employed to energize the surroundings and encourage user engagement. The material choices reflect durability and functionality; steel is used for structural components like bicycle paths and observation decks, while concrete provides the foundational strength needed for underground facilities. Glass facades enhance visibility and connect users with the environment, while native vegetation is incorporated to harmonize the built environment with nature, contributing both aesthetically and ecologically.

The strategic layering of programmatic elements, depicted in axonometric views, illustrates how various components such as the amphitheater and recreational zones interact, enhancing connectivity throughout the site. This design aims to revitalize underutilized spaces while accommodating community needs and fostering social interactions.

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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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