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Modular Community Spaces Featuring Corrugated Facades and Enhanced Thermal Insulation

Authors:
Tetiana Pavliukhina, Anastasiia Demikhovska, Dmytro Mazur, Andrii Otkydach
Modular Community Spaces Featuring Corrugated Facades and Enhanced Thermal Insulation

Project in-detail

Utilizing prefabricated modular wall panels and corrugated facades, the design addresses the urgent housing needs in North Saltivka by creating adaptable community spaces that promote social interaction and resilience.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular wall panels enable quick assembly and adaptability to site conditions.
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Corrugated facades enhance aesthetic appeal while improving thermal performance.
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Design incorporates safe communal spaces to foster social interaction.
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Public amenities support local economic activity and community engagement.
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Focus on sustainable materials ensures minimal environmental impact.

## Overview

The housing design initiative in North Saltivka, Kharkiv, Ukraine, seeks to address housing shortages and ecological restoration following recent geopolitical conflicts. The project prioritizes modular construction techniques to enable rapid restoration of residential structures and to foster a community-oriented living environment amidst the challenges posed by compromised infrastructure.

### Modularity and Community Integration

The design employs a modular approach that enhances adaptability and responsiveness to the needs of residents. Prefabricated wall panels not only restore damaged facades but also provide thermal insulation, addressing both aesthetic and functional requirements. The layout includes flexible public spaces that support social interaction and accessibility, promoting community cohesion. Additional provisions, such as underground shelters, are integrated into the design to ensure safety for occupants during adverse situations.

### Strategic Material Selection

The selection of materials is integral to the project's success. Steel frames provide structural integrity, while vertical corrugated facade panels enhance both aesthetic appeal and thermal performance. Polyurethane insulation is employed within wall structures to improve energy efficiency, and concrete is utilized in foundational elements and safety zones, ensuring durability in the face of potential future challenges. This careful choice of materials reflects a commitment to both functionality and contemporary design, contributing to the overall sustainability of the project.

### Design Organization and Functionality

The zoning of the site is clearly defined, separating residential, commercial, and public spaces. Residential areas are configured to accommodate a diverse range of family sizes and socioeconomic conditions, while commercial spaces, including cafés and shops, are strategically interspersed to enhance accessibility for residents. Public amenities such as recreational areas and transit stops are designed to encourage community gathering and interaction, further bolstering the design’s focus on social sustainability.

Damage mitigation strategies are employed throughout, addressing not only cosmetic repairs but also essential structural rehabs. The project reflects an understanding of the existing environmental context and aims to promote long-term resilience for its community.

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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.

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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