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FlüWo Refugee Homes
How can we give social infrastructure a positive environmental footprint?
FlüWo proposes a new typology of arrival, where modular systems enable efficient and circular construction while maintaining a clear architectural identity.
We understand architecture as an adaptive framework that responds to urgency without sacrificing spatial quality. Instead of producing repetitive solutions, Beta realities designs a scalable system that can be continuously reconfigured. Each intervention is both specific and part of a larger logic—capable of growing, shifting, and adapting to changing conditions. The result is a network of circular homes that are defined not by standardization, but by empathy and their capacity to evolvewith changing lifestyles.
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Project Region
Europe
Project Period
2025
Location
Tübingen, Germany
Team
Paul Clemens Bart, Marvin Bratke, Andrei Dan Musetescu, Alisa von Postel
Status
Concept Design
Programme
Living
Client
TRIQBRIQ AG
Collaborators
Degree of Freedom, Büro Ehring
Size
4.110 sqm
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Scalable Places of Arrival.
The project is based on a micro-modular construction system TRIQBRIQ that is the basis for a lean and circular construction. Each module operates as a flexible and individual unit that can be aggregated into larger configurations without losing coherence. This logic enables a high degree of adaptability while maintaining constructional efficiency. By aligning structural and technical elements, the system minimizes redundancy and reduces the need for bespoke solutions. Architecture emerges as a flexible assembly, where simple elements generate complex spatial outcomes.
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Living Typologies: From Individual to Collective.
The spatial organization responds to different household structures through a set of clearly defined unit typologies. Compact units provide efficient living for individuals and couples, while larger configurations accommodate families and shared living arrangements. Each unit is designed to maximize usability within a minimal footprint, balancing private retreat with collective potential. The aggregation of modules allows for continuous variation, enabling the system to adapt to changing social dynamics while maintaining spatial clarity.
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Spaces of Interaction.
Beyond the private units, the project establishes a network of shared spaces that support everyday life and social interaction. Communal kitchens, gathering areas, and service spaces are integrated as essential components of the architectural system. These spaces are not residual but deliberately positioned to foster exchange and community. By embedding collective infrastructure into the spatial logic, the architecture creates an environment that supports both autonomy and coexistence.
Flexible Building Parts and Units.
The massing strategy is defined by a system of scalable building volumes that can be adapted to different contexts. Medium-scale structures allow for a diverse mix of unit types, while more compact volumes respond to tighter spatial constraints. Both typologies are based on the same modular logic and can be combined or reconfigured as needed. This approach enables a balance between density and flexibility, allowing the architecture to respond precisely to site-specific conditions.
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Clusters of Identity.
The overall composition is organized through a system of clustered volumes that create a legible and human-scaled environment. Rather than forming a single continuous structure, the buildings are grouped into distinct entities that establish orientation and identity. Subtle shifts and variations within the cluster generate spatial diversity while maintaining coherence. This strategy allows the development to operate both as a unified system and as a collection of identifiable places.
Identity Through Differentiation.
Identity is generated through controlled variation within the modular system. Elements such as color, material, and façade articulation are used to distinguish individual buildings and enhance orientation. These differences create a sense of belonging while maintaining the coherence of the overall system. The architecture avoids repetition by allowing variation to emerge from within the logic of the system itself.
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A shared Central Core.
At the center of the ensemble, a shared open space acts as the social and spatial core of the project. This central zone provides room for interaction, recreation, and cultural expression, forming a collective reference point for all residents. The surrounding buildings orient themselves toward this space, reinforcing its importance within the overall composition. It becomes a place of encounter, where everyday life and community are made visible.
Site Strategy: Buildings that adapt to the Landscape.
The project engages directly with the given topography, using the modular system to adapt to changes in elevation. Instead of reshaping the site, the architecture follows its logic, minimizing intervention while maintaining structural clarity. Building volumes are positioned in response to existing infrastructure and landscape conditions, allowing for an efficient integration into the terrain. This approach creates a dialogue between architecture and site, where both systems inform each other.
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An adaptive System Without Limits.
The project positions architecture as an open framework rather than a fixed solution. It creates the conditions for change, allowing spatial structures to evolve alongside their users. By combining efficiency with adaptability, the system offers a new approach to temporary housing—one that is both robust and responsive. It defines architecture not as an end state, but as an ongoing process.