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Exploring Terroir Through Lookout Spaces and Sensory Pathways

Authors:
Ricardo Dantas, Evelyne Albuquerque, Janniely Souza, Micael Martins
Exploring Terroir Through Lookout Spaces and Sensory Pathways

Project in-detail

The integration of a lookout square and sensory tracking pathways enhances the connection between visitors and the vineyard landscape, creating an immersive experience centered around wine tasting.
5 key facts about this project
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Lookout square frames views while incorporating the vineyard's logo.
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Sensory tracking feature connects visitors with the history of winemaking.
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Neutral Tasting Room design enhances focus on wine and landscape.
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Inspired by Portuguese Baroque urbanism to encourage exploration.
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Design integrates with topography, amplifying the experience of place.

The design is situated in a picturesque vineyard landscape, where the relationship between the natural environment and the constructed space plays a crucial role. The concept revolves around the idea that architecture, much like wine, reflects its terroir. By integrating the new buildings with the surrounding topography, the design enhances user experiences and tells a story about the history of winemaking. Visitors are encouraged to engage with both the landscape and the architecture, creating a meaningful connection to the site.

Lookout Square

A central feature of the design is the lookout square, which provides an expansive view of the vineyard and the landscape beyond. It serves as a gathering point, framing the view with the farm's logo. This element invites visitors to linger, offering an opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty around them while fostering a sense of place.

Tracking Feature

The tracking feature stands out for its focus on sensory engagement. It is designed to create a feeling of presence as people move through the space. Visitors are encouraged to connect with their surroundings in a memorable way. This area also showcases the history of wine through displays that resemble trophies, connecting the past of the vineyard with its vibrant present.

Tasting Room

The tasting room exemplifies a straightforward approach to design. It is meant to be functional, allowing the focus to remain on the wines and the vineyards surrounding them. The architecture is intentionally neutral, promoting contemplation and engagement with the tasting experience. By minimizing distractions, this space invites visitors to immerse themselves in what they are experiencing.

The design draws inspiration from Portuguese Baroque urbanism, which emphasizes the creation of pathways that reveal the beauty of the environment. However, rather than concentrating on monumental buildings, the design encourages exploration of the vineyard landscape. As visitors walk through, they are guided on a journey that intertwines with the cultural heritage of winemaking.

The careful integration of these design elements fosters a deeper appreciation for the terroir. Visitors are invited not only to taste the wine but also to connect with the land that produces it. This thoughtful approach reflects the unique identity of the vineyard, creating a space that resonates with the essence of its setting.

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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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