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Double-Height Spaces and Limewash Finishes in a Modular Guest Retreat

Author:
Sophie Hamer
Double-Height Spaces and Limewash Finishes in a Modular Guest Retreat

Project in-detail

Set within a natural landscape, the modular guest suites utilize double-height spaces and limewash finishes to create a tranquil retreat that seamlessly connects guests to the surrounding environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Three guest suites feature a double-storey design to reduce the overall site footprint.
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Guest accommodations include outdoor terraces that promote seamless indoor-outdoor living.
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The incorporation of sustainable features such as a rainwater collection system enhances environmental efficiency.
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Each suite is designed with a mezzanine bedroom offering elevated views of the landscape.
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The project integrates wild gardens to create a natural buffer and enhance privacy for guests.

The design at Tili Vini blends guest accommodations into a beautiful landscape, focusing on comfort and connection with nature. The project includes several types of guest suites and a central Courtyard House, all thoughtfully arranged to enhance guest experiences. This design is not only functional but also respects the history and agricultural character of the surrounding area, encouraging guests to engage with their environment.

Guest Suites I, II, III
Three modular guest suites, known as I, II, and III, form the first part of the design. These structures have distinct geometric shapes and stand two stories tall. Each suite has a footprint of 33 square meters, expanding to 54 square meters through a smart use of space. The double-height dining area allows ample light to flow in while large windows offer beautiful views of vineyards and tree canopies. Inside, the arrangement includes a peaceful dining area and a sleeping area on a mezzanine level. This layout fosters an open feeling and ensures guests can enjoy the natural surroundings.

Guest Suites IV, V
Guest Suites IV and V present a different approach, utilizing parts of older farm buildings. These single-storey suites are positioned slightly lower to the ground, creating a close relationship with the landscape. Guests can admire views of Assisi and lush gardens from their private terraces. Each suite is designed for longer visits, providing essential conveniences like laundry and kitchen facilities. The outdoor spaces encourage easy movement between inside and outside, allowing guests to experience nature directly.

The Courtyard House
The Courtyard House acts as a shared space for guests. A new lobby leads into an expansive lounge and a wine tasting area that overlooks the central courtyard. This arrangement is flexible, accommodating both dining and social gatherings. The incorporation of sustainable features, such as solar panels for energy and rainwater collection systems, reflects a commitment to environmental care.

Il Cortile
Il Cortile, or the courtyard, serves as the heart of the guest experience, designed to foster a sense of community. The layout mirrors traditional agricultural patterns, surrounding the old farmhouse with the modern guest suites. This outdoor area is suitable for various gatherings and includes natural elements like olive trees and a framed pool, promoting interaction between guests and the landscape.

In each suite, a window seat runs alongside, inviting guests to relax and enjoy the views beyond. This design choice enhances the connection between the indoors and the beautiful outdoors, ensuring a rich and engaging experience.

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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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