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Sustainable Yoga House with Passive Design Principles

Author:
Gilchristian Vidal
Sustainable Yoga House with Passive Design Principles

Project in-detail

The project presents a refined synthesis of sustainability, spatial functionality, and contextual sensitivity. Rooted in the principles of mindfulness and holistic living, the design creates a tranquil setting where users can engage in yoga, meditation, and quiet reflection.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates reclaimed materials for structural and aesthetic continuity.
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Utilizes a green roof system to enhance biodiversity and manage stormwater.
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Features large overhangs for passive solar shading and climate responsiveness.
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Integrates flexible interior layouts to accommodate various community functions.
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Employs advanced construction techniques for efficient assembly and durability.

Located in a thoughtful landscape, the project exemplifies a modern approach of functionality and environmental. The design focuses on high-quality materials, spatial organization, and a commitment to creating a harmonious relationship between the built environment and nature.

The layout is deliberately organized to support intuitive movement and accessibility. Reinforced concrete provides a durable structural foundation, while expansive glazing enhances transparency and visual connection with the landscape. Reclaimed brick is used not only for its environmental benefits but also to bring texture and a sense of history. Sustainably sourced timber adds warmth to interior spaces, creating a balance between raw durability and refined comfort.

Innovative features further set this project apart. Green roofs support biodiversity and manage rainwater runoff, while passive solar strategies ensure efficient thermal performance. Photovoltaic panels contribute to energy independence, underscoring a broader commitment to renewable systems. The design also draws on local architectural language, grounding the project in its geographical and cultural context.

Through its careful composition of material, form, and purpose, this project serves as a compelling example of architecture that is both environmentally responsive and deeply human. It offers a clear vision of how design can shape spaces that are efficient, sustainable, and emotionally resonant.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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