Get inspired!

17,725 architecture projects

Learn from past Buildner architecture competition participants through our extensive project library, curated over more than 15 years!

Floating Meditation Platform Crafted from Local Timber and Stone in a Sustainable Retreat Setting

Authors:
Michael Kluck, Traci Ambrose
Floating Meditation Platform Crafted from Local Timber and Stone in a Sustainable Retreat Setting
Explore the full project presentation!
Subscribers only
A floating meditation platform constructed from local timber and stone enhances the serene landscape of a sustainable retreat designed for community wellness and personal reflection.
5 key facts about this project
01
A floating meditation platform allows for unique engagement with the surrounding water.
02
The structure is constructed with locally sourced timber to minimize environmental impact.
03
Charred wooden shingles enhance durability while providing a distinct aesthetic.
04
Rainwater harvesting systems support sustainable resource management.
05
Secluded meditation areas are strategically designed to maximize tranquility.

The Stone Barn Meditation Camp is located in the Latvian countryside, designed as a retreat that emphasizes ecotourism and sustainability. The project aims to provide a space for mindfulness, wellness, and community engagement through activities such as meditation and yoga. Central to the layout is the historic Barn, dating back to 1875, which connects the camp’s contemporary features to the region's agricultural heritage while fostering a sense of continuity and place.

### Spatial Organization

The camp's design incorporates a series of interconnected buildings that engage with the surrounding landscape. The orientation of these structures enhances views of the nearby river and canal, promoting an immersive natural experience. Key spaces include a dedicated Meditation Center, a variety of guest accommodations for diverse needs, and communal areas such as the Firepit-Gathering Area and the Vegetable Garden, which facilitate social interaction among visitors.

### Material Selection

Material choices are crucial in reflecting the camp's sustainable ethos. Locally sourced timber serves as a primary structural element, establishing a connection with regional resources. The Camp's Barn features a stone facade that showcases traditional Latvian architecture, contributing permanence to the design. Expansive glass windows are incorporated to maximize natural light and connection with the environment, while solar roof shingles enhance energy efficiency in line with sustainable practices. Additionally, the camp employs systems for rainwater harvesting and natural waste processing, supporting its commitment to environmental stewardship.

Noticed a mistake?
Highlight the text and click on
Noticed a mistake

Enter an open architecture
competition now

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge #8

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge #8

Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 23 July 2026

Open architecture competitions

  • Closest deadline first
  • Project competitions first
    Selected winning projects have the potential to be constructed
  • Ideas competitions
    Experimental competitions with the focus on pushing the boundaries of creativity
new
Portugal Long Table 
Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

project COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 8 July 2026
Mujassam Watan 
Urban Sculpture Challenge #8

Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 23 July 2026
new
Valli Wine 
Tasting Room

Design a wine tasting room in Italy

project COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 30 July 2026
Pavilion Atlas 2026

Design a story of your country

ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 16 September 2026

Recurring architecture competitions

Museum of 
Emotions

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Edition #8 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 18 June 2026
new
Kinderspace

Design a kindergarten of tomorrow

Architecture for Children’s Development #4 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 18 June 2026
Re:Form - 
New Life 
for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose

Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 2 July 2026
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2026

Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize

100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 9 July 2026
Underbridge #2

Design housing in underutilized bridge spaces

Affordable Housing Edition #20 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 16 July 2026
MICROHOME 2026

Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 30 September 2026

Media, partners and clients

To view this project in detail,
please log in with your
Architects’ Network Plus account.
Subscription instantly unlocks all the architecture projects plus other member-only benefits:
  • Access the 17,725 Concept Library
  • Professional tools including file transfer, email, portfolio management, and more
Register now
Already a member? Log in

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and gather usage statistics.

More information is available in our Privacy & Cookie policy