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Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces

Author:
Jerome Lecat
Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces

Project in-detail

A circular building designed for panoramic views is complemented by tiered terraces that harmonize with the landscape, creating a distinctive hospitality venue that immerses guests in the vineyard experience.
5 key facts about this project
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Circular building design maximizes panoramic vineyard views.
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Three-tiered terraces create a seamless flow between rooms and landscape.
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Strategic separation of hotel functions from vineyard operations.
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Upper floor repurposed for public spaces and recreational activities.
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Existing natural trees integrated into landscaping for shaded communal areas.

The Monte d'Oiro Tannin Hotel is located in the tranquil landscape of the Monte d'Oiro Quinta, designed to welcome wine lovers. Its setting highlights the natural beauty of the vineyards while serving the needs of both visitors and vineyard operations. The central idea of the design is to create a space that immerses guests in the local environment, allowing them to enjoy both the architecture and the surrounding nature.

Central Design Concept

The plan separates hotel activities from the day-to-day operations of the vineyard. This separation makes it easier for guests to move around while minimizing disruption. The rooms are arranged in a tiered formation that follows the slope of the ground. This layout helps ensure that each room offers views of the vineyards. Access to these rooms comes from the upper levels, reducing foot traffic in communal areas, thus promoting a peaceful atmosphere throughout the complex.

Focal Point for Community Engagement

A circular building serves as the main hub for services like reception, dining, and beverages. This focal point is strategically placed to provide widespread views of the landscape. By positioning this building away from the rooms, unobstructed views are maintained, allowing guests to fully absorb the scenic surroundings. This creates a space where visitors can engage with one another and enjoy the site’s natural charm.

Functional Public Spaces

The design of the upper floor is adapted to create public areas for events, meetings, and leisure activities. By using this space effectively, the project encourages interactions among guests while also incorporating existing trees and natural features into the design. These elements provide shaded areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the environment.

Attention to Landscape Integration

Efforts have been made to preserve the authentic character of the Monte d'Oiro Quinta while providing modern hospitality services. By aligning hotel functions with the natural landscape and the winery's operations, the design offers a thoughtful experience that emphasizes the area’s winemaking culture. Garden spaces invite guests to step outside and connect with the surroundings, enhancing their overall experience at the hotel.

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

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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.

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