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Handcrafted Ceramics and Natural Wood Create Tranquil Meditation Space

Authors:
Eloisa Fierro freira, Ana irene Muzio pérez
Handcrafted Ceramics and Natural Wood Create Tranquil Meditation Space

Project in-detail

Handcrafted ceramics and natural wood elements converge in a tranquil space designed for meditation, fostering a deep connection to nature while serving as a community sanctuary.
5 key facts about this project
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Designed to integrate fully with the surrounding landscape through large expanses of glass.
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Utilizes handcrafted ceramics to reflect local architectural traditions and enhance aesthetics.
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Features natural wood as the primary structural element, ensuring sustainability and warmth.
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Incorporates rainwater harvesting systems to promote ecological responsibility.
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Configured to create distinct zones for social interaction and individual reflection.

The design is set in a tranquil landscape, creating a space for meditation and personal reflection. It aims to help individuals reconnect with their essence, fostering a relationship between the built environment and the surrounding nature. By focusing on natural light and open areas, the design encourages users to leave behind the complexities of everyday life and enter a calming atmosphere that supports introspection.

Concept and Spatial Organization

The layout organizes different areas to promote community interaction. These include social spaces, a kitchenette, a reception area, and necessary hygienic facilities. The arrangement allows movement between spaces that encourages connection among users. Open facades and large windows enhance the feel of spaciousness, drawing in views from outside and connecting the interior with the natural surroundings.

Materiality and Aesthetic Considerations

Natural and sustainable materials are central to the design, reflecting local building traditions. Handcrafted ceramics add an authentic touch, while wood provides both structural support and aesthetic warmth. This choice of materials not only enhances the visual appeal but also ensures that the building respects and complements the environment.

Color Palette and Emotional Engagement

A carefully selected color palette significantly influences the mood inside the building. The colors are chosen to encourage calmness and peace, making the space inviting for meditation. This thoughtful approach to color deepens the sensory experience, aligning with the goal of promoting well-being among users.

Sustainability Strategies

Sustainability is integrated throughout the design. Features like rainwater harvesting and energy-efficient systems minimize the building's environmental impact. These elements reflect a commitment to ecology, ensuring the space nurtures personal growth while also being mindful of the surrounding natural world.

Large windows welcome an abundance of natural light, creating a bright atmosphere and framing picturesque views of the landscape outside.

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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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