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Modular Towers Featuring Precast Concrete and Integrated Balconies in Urban Community Revitalization

Authors:
Sung Gun Yang, Arda Unal, Peter James Ii Brown, Nicholas Aaron Oldham
Modular Towers Featuring Precast Concrete and Integrated Balconies in Urban Community Revitalization

Project in-detail

Utilizing a modular system of precast concrete and balcony storage solutions, the development redefines urban housing by enhancing community resilience and adaptability in post-conflict Kharkiv.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular system allows rapid assembly and flexibility in design.
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Integrated public spaces foster community interaction and engagement.
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Balcony storage solutions optimize living space in high-rise units.
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Precast concrete construction enhances durability and energy efficiency.
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Safety features include built-in bomb shelters for resident protection.

### Overview

The Modular Living project is located in the North Saltivka region of Kharkiv, Ukraine, addressing the housing needs in the context of conflict recovery. The initiative focuses on revitalizing damaged areas through the implementation of modular construction methods, providing both immediate shelter and long-term urban development solutions. This approach aims to redefine high-rise living by integrating adaptable designs that enhance residents' quality of life.

### Architectural Strategy and Form

The design features two 16-story towers constructed with a column-and-beam structural system, facilitating flexible internal layouts that contrast with the monolithic structures typical of Soviet-era housing. The facades employ a mix of precast concrete elements and curtain wall systems, complemented by varied metal paneling to create a visually stimulating architectural presence. This approach enhances both the aesthetic appeal and the functional dynamism of the buildings.

### Modular and Sustainable Solutions

Key to the project’s ethos is its modular construction system, which allows components to be prefabricated off-site, thereby reducing construction time and increasing efficiency. Adaptability is further emphasized through a flexible framework capable of responding to diverse site conditions and housing needs. The design also incorporates functional balconies with built-in storage, maximizing usable space and promoting natural light throughout the apartments. Additionally, the inclusion of public spaces and essential amenities not only fosters community interaction but also integrates safety features such as bomb shelters to enhance resilience in the local context.

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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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