Future of the European Housing environment in Ukraine: Challenges, Directions and Reconstruction Scenarios (Part 2)

The multifaceted and long-term consequences of the war in Ukraine present a significant challenge to the reconstruction of the housing environment. This is due to the fact that the process involves a variety of aspects and areas, including social, economic, political and environmental factors. In light of the mounting challenges, the overarching objective of the research was to develop a proposal for a novel, optimal and stable model of the housing environment by leveraging the potential of collaboration between international academic institutions, namely Lviv Polytechnic University (Ukraine) and Kielce University of Technology, in collaboration with an expert from the Cracow University of Technology, undertook an in-depth examination of the challenges associated with the reconstruction of lost architectural heritage, the creation of new living conditions, and the role of architecture in shaping identity and security. The study presented a series of optimised model solutions for the housing environment, taking into account the specific needs and interests of different user groups. In addition, it delineated a framework for the sustainable design of post-conflict cities. The study yielded several key findings, including the formulation of assumptions and postulates that collectively constitute a coherent vision of sustainable architecture and urbanisation. This vision is posited as a means of ensuring the stability of community life and functioning. Priorities for rational action were identified, and when integrated into a multi-pronged strategy, they have the potential to produce synergistic effects in the aftermath of conflict. The article concludes with a recommendation to adopt an interdisciplinary approach to reconstruction, integrating modern technologies and innovative architectural practices. This approach could inform potential projects in Ukraine, indicating further directions and strategies for action. Furthermore, additional phases of analysis were announced, which will serve to complement the results of the research to date.