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Multifunctional Community Shelter Integrated With Modular Elements and Green Roof Systems

Authors:
Temitope Israel Akinsiku, Victor Chukwuemeka Igene, Jude-thaddeus Egbudom, Hauwa Abdulkadir
Multifunctional Community Shelter Integrated With Modular Elements and Green Roof Systems

Project in-detail

With a focus on modular construction and reinforced concrete, the design incorporates a multifunctional community shelter that seamlessly integrates protective spaces with green roof systems to support urban resilience and social cohesion.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular design allows rapid assembly and adaptability for future needs.
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Incorporates a multifunctional shelter that serves both protection and community space.
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Green roof systems enhance biodiversity while improving thermal performance.
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Arch-shaped structures reflect local cultural identities within the community.
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High-performance glazing optimizes natural light and energy efficiency.

### Location and Intent
Situated in Kharkiv, Ukraine, the project addresses the pressing challenges posed by ongoing conflicts and the need for urban recovery. With a focus on community reintegration and sustainability, the design aims to create resilient public spaces that foster social interaction and support the city's post-conflict needs.

### Urban Strategy and Community Integration
The urban strategy emphasizes the development of interconnected, pedestrian-friendly pathways that enhance accessibility and promote communal activities. Public gathering spaces, community gardens, and flexible programming are central to the design approach, encouraging active engagement among residents. The project incorporates adaptive reuse principles, respecting the historical context of existing structures while modernizing their functions to serve current community requirements.

### Materiality and Functional Design
Selected materials are integral to the project's architectural integrity and environmental performance. Reinforced concrete provides structural resilience, while modular elements enable adaptability and reduced environmental impact. The implementation of green roofs enhances thermal performance and promotes biodiversity. High-performance glazing systems facilitate natural light penetration while maintaining energy efficiency. These design choices ensure a harmonious balance between aesthetic appeal and functional utility, addressing both immediate living needs and future urban development.

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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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