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Circular Ramp Overseeing Sustainable Wine Production with Straw Bale and Lime Plaster

Author:
Félix Schwimmer
Circular Ramp Overseeing Sustainable Wine Production with Straw Bale and Lime Plaster

Project in-detail

A circular ramp connects elevated dining spaces and an underground wine cellar, harmonizing with the landscape and employing straw bale insulation and lime plaster to create a sustainable wine tasting venue.
5 key facts about this project
01
A belvedere provides panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards.
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A circular ramp enhances movement between diverse spaces.
03
The main building integrates passive house design principles.
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Rainwater and greywater systems support sustainability.
05
Large existing pines are preserved within the landscape design.

The Oasis Tili Resort is designed for the Tili Vini family winery, located in the Umbra Valley. This area is known for its rich agricultural land and the backdrop of Monte Subasio. The resort serves as a venue for wine tasting and client engagement, effectively displaying the winery's products. The design concept combines the restoration of a historical agricultural building with a new circular structure, creating a central courtyard that serves as a social space.

Architecture and Site Integration

The design emphasizes a connection between the existing structure and the new additions. A belvedere provides elevated views, while a circular ramp facilitates movement through various spaces. Visitors can go from the underground wine cellar and pool area to dining spaces with views of the vineyards. This layout encourages interaction with both the architecture and the surrounding natural landscape.

Landscaping and Spatial Organization

Landscaping plays an important role in the project. Existing large pines will be preserved, and new trees will be added to provide shade in the central courtyard. The site is divided into three distinct areas: a parking area for deliveries, a green space with a vegetable garden near the kitchen, and a communal area with a circular bench around a newly planted pine tree. These features create intimate spaces that invite social interaction while maintaining visual connections to the nearby mountain.

Programmatic Experience

The design accommodates different visitor experiences. Guests can stop briefly to purchase products in the lobby or spend longer enjoying meals and exploring the facility. Overnight stays in the guest houses provide another level of engagement with the winery. This varies the type of interactions guests have with the winemaking process, enhancing their overall experience.

The main building will be restored using passive house principles, incorporating straw bale insulation and a timber structure finished with lime plaster. The new circular structure will rest on a concrete slab with a timber frame. A geothermal system is included for heating and cooling, and the wine cellar will primarily be underground, ensuring suitable conditions for storage. Rainwater and greywater systems will contribute to sustainability.

A notable design element is the circular ramp that connects different levels of the complex. This feature allows visitors to move through the various spaces, providing an engaging way to experience the winery and its natural surroundings.

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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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