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Cork-Insulated Structure Embracing Stone Walls for Enhanced Contemplation Space

Authors:
Oliver fernando Raudales lópez, Héctor Calderón franco, Alberto Sainz soria, Emilio eduardo Padilla villanueva
Cork-Insulated Structure Embracing Stone Walls for Enhanced Contemplation Space

Project in-detail

Utilizing cork for insulation and stone walls for structural integrity, the design creates a tranquil environment for yoga and meditation that deeply connects occupants with the surrounding landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes locally sourced stone walls for structural support and water management.
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Incorporates cross-ventilation strategies for natural airflow and climate control.
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Features a yoga room with adjustable window conditions for varied experiences.
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Integrates a green roof to enhance thermal performance and sustainability.
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Employs cork for insulation, promoting an eco-friendly indoor environment.

Já Tudo | Yoga House is an architectural design situated in a mountainous area, serving as a place for yoga practice and meditation. The structure aims to create a connection between the occupants and nature, allowing individuals to feel at home regardless of their physical location. By focusing on reflection and mindfulness, the design encourages a relationship with the surrounding landscape that promotes both inner peace and a sense of belonging.

Conceptual Approach

The design encourages interaction between indoor spaces and the outdoors. A walking path flows through the site, allowing users to experience the natural environment. Areas along the path are intentionally designed for moments of pause and contemplation. This layout fosters tranquility, inviting people to immerse themselves in the landscape and observe its details at a leisurely pace.

Materiality and Structure

This project uses materials that reflect the local environment. Stone walls rise from the ground, acting as natural extensions while providing functionality, such as collecting rainwater and integrating gardens. Wooden frames create warm interiors, helping to establish a welcoming atmosphere. These choices are rooted in local building traditions, enhancing the building's connection to its surroundings.

Spatial Dynamics

Inside, the yoga studios offer two different styles of engagement. One room features closed windows, creating a quiet space ideal for concentration and meditation. The second studio has open windows, inviting views of the landscape and connecting users directly with nature. This design successfully balances the need for privacy and openness, enabling varied experiences suitable for different practices.

Sustainability and Performance

Sustainability is a fundamental part of the design. A green roof, solar panels, and rainwater systems contribute to environmental responsibility. The garden benefits from natural water flows from the surrounding mountains, ensuring low maintenance and ecological harmony. Additionally, cork is used throughout the building to enhance thermal comfort, helping to maintain a pleasant indoor environment.

Natural light pours into the yoga studios, where participants are greeted by views of rolling hills and lush trees, creating a calming atmosphere that deepens their connection to the landscape.

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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.

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