This project addresses the cultural erasure unfolding during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, focusing on the loss of vernacular architecture and the symbolic destruction of national identity. In response, I propose a post-war housing complex that acts as a site for cultural preservation, community healing, and identity restoration. Drawing from traditional Ukrainian mazanka homes, the design emphasizes circular, earth-based architecture to evoke emotional security and resilience. The complex features modular private housing units centered around a communal spiritual atrium, reflecting the importance of shared space and spirituality in Ukrainian culture. Built with historic wattle and daub techniques and organized on a flexible radial grid, the project adapts to varied terrains, ensuring cultural continuity despite displacement. Through architecture rooted in tradition and healing design, this project offers more than shelter—it offers a way to restore memory, celebrate heritage, and rebuild community from the inside out.
