The empty spaces of disused and derelict buildings can exude a sense of potential. Of course, bringing these blank canvases back to life typically requires a lot of work, but architecture and design firm Kraaijvanger is seeking to eliminate a chunk of that work with its Hub modular kitchen and bathroom block.

The Hub was initially designed for a competition run by the Havensteder housing association in 2015 as part of its centenary celebrations. The competition asked participants: "how will we live in the future?" Kraaijvanger's design was the winning entry, with its focus on simplicity and efficiency.

In essence, the Hub takes all of the key amenities required in a home and condenses them into one 15-sq m (161-sq ft) prefabricated unit. Constructed using high pressure laminate blockboard, solid-core board and Lamello connectors, the unit contains a kitchen, a bathroom with a toilet, plus heating, a sound system and an internet connection.