{"id":24176,"date":"2026-09-17T18:15:02","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T15:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ajakirimaja.ee\/3-maja-3-kusimust-maja-naujoji-vilnias\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T14:44:38","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:44:38","slug":"3-houses-3-questions-house-in-naujoji-vilnia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/en\/3-houses-3-questions-house-in-naujoji-vilnia\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Houses. 3 questions. House in Naujoji Vilnia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madli Kaljuste asked three questions regarding three private houses in the Baltics from their architects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>How did the final decision to use concrete in this particular house come about? Were there any alternatives on the table during the process?<\/li>\n<li>Could you explain the special role of concrete in this project? Were there any particular details, technical solutions or working arrangements that surprised you?<\/li>\n<li>How has your own perception of concrete as a material changed over time?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Julija \u010ciapait\u0117-Jurevi\u010dien\u0117 and Karolina \u010ciplyt\u0117 from Case Studio for Architecture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-scaled.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7641_MAJA-120-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo: Norbert Tukaj<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>HOUSE IN NAUJOJI VILNIA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong>: Naujoji Vilnia, Vilnius, Lithuania<br \/><strong>Architecture<\/strong>: Case Studio for Architecture (Julija \u010ciapait\u0117-Jurevi\u010dien\u0117, Karolina \u010ciplyt\u0117)<br \/><strong>Structural engineer<\/strong>: Valerij Bezborodyj<br \/><strong>Client<\/strong>: private client<br \/><strong>Contractors<\/strong>: Betonika, Darbstus vyrai, Sluoksnis, Novus langai, Med\u017eio forma<br \/><strong>Net area<\/strong>: 119 m<sup>2<\/sup><br \/><strong>Project<\/strong>: 2018-2021<br \/><strong>Completed<\/strong>: 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the early stages of the project, a wooden structure was also strongly considered. Building with wood often feels like the most natural and intuitive choice for us in Lithuania, as it is the only locally sourced building material that has been traditionally available here. However, as the project developed and found its edge, prefabricated concrete emerged as a compelling option, closely tied to the surrounding context. <\/p>\n<p>The house is located on Pramone\u0307s Street, where many nearby Soviet-era industrial structures were built from prefabricated concrete panels. Moreover, prefabricated concrete could be manufactured just 30 km from the site, making it not only contextually appropriate but also a sustainable and local option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-7258_MAJA-120-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The concrete surfaces, both inside and outside, are left as the final wall finish. In contrast, all surfaces frequently touched by residents\u2014floors, furniture, countertops, bathroom surfaces\u2014are made from wood, providing a warm and natural atmosphere.<\/em><br><em>Photo: Norbert Tukaj<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this project, using prefabricated concrete was also a matter of character. The house is located in Naujoji Vilnia\u2014a former industrial district in Vilnius, known in recent decades for its neglected environment and challenging social climate. We intentionally chose the most common material in the immediate context, which is prefabricated concrete. Rather than denying the setting, we adopted the local \u2018dress code\u2019\u2014an industrial, prefabricated concrete aesthetic\u2014while aiming to create a new quality of life here, expressing resilience and the potential for transformation. <\/p>\n<p>Concrete offered clean, sharp looks that boldly stood out in\u2028a cluttered environment. From a domestic point of view, in a home for a family with three active children, the physical durability of concrete brings peace of mind. <\/p>\n<p>In terms of working arrangements, the high level of precision during the design phase was particularly important. All electrical and plumbing channels had to be planned and embedded during fabrication, as any changes afterwards would damage the finished surface. This demanded intense coordination and foresight from everyone involved.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/casearchitecture-industrial-street-villa-\u252c\u00aeNorbert-Tukaj-5833_MAJA-120-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The architects chose to work with the most common material in the area\u2014prefabricated concrete.<\/em><br><em>Photo: Norbert Tukaj<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>3<\/p>\n<p>In the early days, concrete always caught our eye and felt aesthetically pleasing with its bold looks. We have always appreciated its mirrorlike qualities\u2014the way it reflects the texture of the material over which it is poured, giving it countless faces and creative possibilities. Of course, in recent years, growing concerns about its carbon footprint, particularly from cement production, have come to the forefront. However, as with any building material, context matters. If you consider the full life- cycle, concrete\u2019s durability\u2014both indoors and outdoors\u2014significantly reduces the need for repairs, thus conserving energy and resources over time. Prefabricating also minimises energy use on-site, allows for quick assembly, and avoids additional construction waste. Moreover, in a case like ours, where the elements can be produced nearby, the environmental impact of transporting multiple building components is drastically reduced. And when the building is eventually demolished, the concrete can be recycled as a base material for roads and pavements.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0173_Case-Studio-for-Architectrure_MAJA-120-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo: Case Studio Architecture<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>See also:<br \/><strong><span style=\"color: #23dede;\"><a style=\"color: #23dede;\" href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/en\/3-houses-3-questions-maja-61\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">House 61<\/a><\/span><\/strong><br \/><strong><span style=\"color: #23dede;\"><a style=\"color: #23dede;\" href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/en\/3-houses-3-questions-house-on-purje-street\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">House on Purje Street<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"14px\"} --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:spacer --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:columns --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:columns --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"34px\"} --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:spacer --><\/p>\n<p><strong>MADLI KALJUSTE <\/strong>is a fragmented cronopio. Currently a freelance architect, project manager, tutor, and, among other things, an editor of Maja.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"35px\"} --><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 35px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:spacer --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>HEADER photo by Norbert Tukaj<br \/>PUBLISHED: MAJA 2-2025 (120) with main topic <span style=\"color: #23dede;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #23dede;\" href=\"https:\/\/vana.ajakirimaja.ee\/en\/maja-2-2025-120-concrete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CONCRETE<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:tadv\/classic-paragraph --><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Madli Kaljuste asked three questions regarding three private houses in the Baltics from their architects. How did the final decision to use concrete in this particular house come about? Were there any alternatives on the table during the process? 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