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Recycled Brick Facades Intertwined with Modular Concrete Panels for Sustainable Community Housing

Author:
Maria Pellegrini
Recycled Brick Facades Intertwined with Modular Concrete Panels for Sustainable Community Housing

Project in-detail

Utilizing recycled bricks and modular concrete panels, the design emphasizes sustainable construction practices while creating a vibrant community housing solution in Kharkiv.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a modular concrete panel system for efficient assembly and adaptability.
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Integrates recycled bricks into facades, reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
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Includes dedicated safety rooms designed to enhance community security.
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Features communal commercial spaces on the ground floor to foster local economic activity.
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Incorporates green areas and recreational facilities to encourage community interaction.

### Overview
The revitalization project in North Saltivka, Kharkiv, Ukraine, addresses the urgent need for sustainable housing solutions while respecting the area's historical context and community needs. In light of recent conflicts, the design aims to enhance resilience through innovative architectural strategies that prioritize modular systems, waste-reducing materials, and community-oriented public spaces.

### Modular Housing System and Public Engagement
The design employs a modular concrete panel system that facilitates efficient construction and adaptability, allowing for scalable housing solutions. This approach aligns with existing building typologies and ensures flexibility in dimensions. Central to the design is the transformation of previously vacant land into active public spaces, fostering community interaction through redesigned streets and pathways. Ground-floor commercial spaces are intentionally integrated to enhance the streetscape and promote community engagement.

### Sustainable Material Choices
The project prioritizes sustainability by incorporating recycled and reused materials, minimizing environmental impact. Key materials include modular concrete panels, which provide structural integrity and insulation, along with recycled bricks for pavers and wall panels. Reused metals serve various structural roles, while recycled plastics and glass panels are utilized for utilities and enhanced thermal performance respectively. This thoughtful selection of materials not only reduces costs but also aligns with the overall environmental objectives of the project.

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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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