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Cotton Canvas Retreats With Magnetic Attachments for Mindful Meditation

Authors:
Kübra Yunar, Chiara Bracone
Cotton Canvas Retreats With Magnetic Attachments for Mindful Meditation

Project in-detail

Constructed with a wooden frame and wrapped in breathable cotton canvas, these cabins utilize magnetic attachment systems to create adaptable spaces for meditation in a natural forest setting.
5 key facts about this project
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Wooden frame construction provides durability while maintaining a lightweight structure.
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Cotton canvas envelops the cabins, allowing for natural ventilation and comfort.
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Magnetic attachment system allows for flexible and adaptable cabin configurations.
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Design incorporates the Fibonacci sequence to enhance natural harmony.
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Cabins include dedicated areas for communal activities and individual reflection.

Silent Meditation Forest Cabins are designed to create a deeper connection between users and their surroundings, focusing on simplicity and functionality. Located in a peaceful environment, these structures serve as retreats for meditation and personal reflection. The overall design concept emphasizes ease and comfort while promoting the interactions that enrich the experience of being in nature.

Architecture Concept

The concept highlights the importance of harmony with nature. It aims to provide a calm space for meditation and relaxation. The design embraces a minimalist approach, encouraging a lifestyle centered on simplicity. Each cabin is laid out to promote interaction with the outdoor environment. Natural light and fresh air are essential elements that enhance the meditative experience for those using the cabins.



Material Selection

The cabins feature a wooden frame that lends strength and stability while also blending with the natural surroundings. Cotton canvas wraps the structures, providing a soft and inviting texture. This material breathes and adapts to environmental changes, ensuring comfort throughout various seasons. Steel pillars are also used to reinforce the cabins, adding structural support while keeping the overall design light and approachable.



Spatial Arrangement

Inside, the layout is carefully organized into specific areas for meditation, socializing, and private moments of reflection. The meditation area offers a calm space for focus and stillness. In contrast, the common area, which includes a plug-in table, encourages interaction among guests. This thoughtful arrangement allows individuals to choose between communal experiences and quieter times, catering to their personal preferences.



Design Details

An interesting aspect of the design involves a dual wire system that uses magnetism for attaching elements of the structure. This innovation provides flexibility in how the cabins can be configured. The project also incorporates the Fibonacci sequence, drawing on the beauty found in nature. This principle adds an element of balance and symmetry that enhances the connection between the cabins and their environment, enriching the overall experience for visitors.

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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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