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Polycarbonate Facades and Steel Frameworks Transforming Urban Resilience in Post-War Housing

Authors:
Muhamad Abdulqadir Naqshbandi, Nour Ali El-souri
Polycarbonate Facades and Steel Frameworks Transforming Urban Resilience in Post-War Housing

Project in-detail

Utilizing polycarbonate panels and a robust steel framework, the design redefines urban living in Kharkiv by integrating flexible modular structures that enhance community resilience and support effective post-war housing solutions.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a modular construction method allowing for rapid assembly and adaptability.
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Incorporates polycarbonate facades that enhance natural light while providing insulation.
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Integrates safety bunkers within public spaces, promoting both community engagement and security.
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Features winter gardens that serve as integrated light wells and green spaces within the structure.
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Employs a steel framework for structural integrity, designed specifically for post-war resilience.

The architectural project, "Echoes of Resilience," is situated in Kharkiv, Ukraine, and focuses on the imperative task of post-war reconstruction. It presents a comprehensive strategy that combines modern design principles with the cultural and historical context of the city. The project seeks to revitalize damaged urban areas while enhancing community engagement and environmental sustainability.

The architectural design encompasses modular structures that facilitate swift rebuilding and adaptability. Through innovative techniques, the project reflects the city's history and resilience while addressing contemporary urban challenges. The integration of polycarbonate panels, a structural steel framework, and sustainable materials form the backbone of this initiative. The design aims to create a sense of place by incorporating public and private spaces that cater to the needs of the community.

Unique Design Approaches

A distinguishing feature of "Echoes of Resilience" is its modular construction methodology, which allows for flexibility and efficient assembly. This modularity enables the rapid establishment of living spaces while minimizing waste and environmental impact. The use of polycarbonate panels enhances the buildings’ thermal performance and ensures natural light permeates the interiors, creating inviting environments.

Architectural elements such as winter gardens provide an additional layer of functionality and aesthetics. These spaces are designed as light wells and gardens within the building structure, promoting biodiversity and occupant well-being. Furthermore, the inclusion of public space bunkers reflects a forward-thinking approach to safety, seamlessly integrating protective measures into the urban landscape without sacrificing community interaction.

Integration of Community Spaces

The project's design emphasizes the importance of social connectivity. Spaces are intentionally designed to encourage interaction among residents, including adaptable areas for communal activities. The layout maximizes green spaces adjacent to the buildings, fostering outdoor social engagements while improving the overall microclimate in the area.

The architectural sectioning allows for varied occupancy configurations, catering to diverse family sizes and community needs. This aspect of the design reinforces the architecture's role in addressing societal demands while promoting resilience in urban living.

For an in-depth understanding of "Echoes of Resilience," including architectural plans, sections, and overall design concepts, readers are encouraged to explore the project presentation for detailed insights into the architectural ideas that shape this innovative urban development.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge invites architects and designers to create iconic public sculptures for one of two sites in Saudi Arabia: Abu Hadriyah Road or the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar. Proposals should reflect Saudi identity, culture, and future aspirations.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge is an international architecture and design competition inviting creatives to shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s public spaces. With a total prize fund of €50,000, the competition calls for sculptural proposals that merge cultural symbolism with innovative design, offering participants a chance to see their concepts brought to life in a rapidly transforming national context.

Organised by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative, the challenge focuses on two prominent locations: Abu Hadriyah Road, a major highway and gateway into the Eastern Province, and the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar, a pedestrian-focused waterfront district. Designers must select one site and develop a sculpture that engages with its surroundings—whether addressing the fast-paced dynamism of a transit corridor or creating moments of interaction along a coastal promenade.

Proposals should be bold, site-specific, and rooted in narrative—drawing on themes such as heritage, national identity, transformation, and dialogue. Environmental responsiveness, material durability, and feasibility are strongly encouraged, as winning projects may be selected for actual construction.

Each submission must include four A2 landscape presentation boards, a cover image, and a written project description. The competition is open to professionals and students alike, working individually or in teams of up to four people. No professional license is required.

Registration is open until July 24, 2025, with final submissions due by August 27, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2025.

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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