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Tranquil Retreat with Meditative Spatial Design

Author:
Manh Nguyen hoang
Tranquil Retreat with Meditative Spatial Design

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Designed as a quiet retreat, the project offers guests a place to relax and reconnect with nature through careful spatial planning and considered materials. It balances contemporary design with sustainability and a strong respect for the surrounding landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes exposed concrete for thermal mass, optimizing energy efficiency.
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Incorporates glass facades for unobstructed views of the landscape.
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Features a central courtyard that enhances natural lighting and encourages social interaction.
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Employs locally sourced wood to minimize environmental impact and reinforce regional identity.
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Includes a dedicated meditation space designed to promote serenity and mindfulness.

<p>The project offers a contemporary response to its natural setting, merging environmental sensitivity with a focus on well-being. Its spatial layout encourages social interaction while preserving individual privacy, with a central courtyard that brings nature into the heart of the building and reinforces the connection between indoor and outdoor space.</p><p><strong><em>Material Character and Environmental Intent</em></strong></p><p>Exposed concrete provides a durable, minimal framework, while wood accents introduce warmth and texture. Glass is used extensively to invite natural light and open the interior to its surroundings. Meditation and prayer rooms are integrated into the plan, supporting quiet moments of mental and spiritual focus.</p><p><strong><em>Landscape and Ecological Integration</em></strong></p><p>The surrounding landscape is planted with native species to support biodiversity and reduce maintenance. Site development is approached with care, minimizing ecological disruption and emphasizing long-term environmental performance. Through its restrained material palette and thoughtful spatial organization, the project offers a calm, grounded setting that supports both human experience and the natural environment.</p>

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge invites architects and designers to create iconic public sculptures for one of two sites in Saudi Arabia: Abu Hadriyah Road or the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar. Proposals should reflect Saudi identity, culture, and future aspirations.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge is an international architecture and design competition inviting creatives to shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s public spaces. With a total prize fund of €50,000, the competition calls for sculptural proposals that merge cultural symbolism with innovative design, offering participants a chance to see their concepts brought to life in a rapidly transforming national context.

Organised by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative, the challenge focuses on two prominent locations: Abu Hadriyah Road, a major highway and gateway into the Eastern Province, and the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar, a pedestrian-focused waterfront district. Designers must select one site and develop a sculpture that engages with its surroundings—whether addressing the fast-paced dynamism of a transit corridor or creating moments of interaction along a coastal promenade.

Proposals should be bold, site-specific, and rooted in narrative—drawing on themes such as heritage, national identity, transformation, and dialogue. Environmental responsiveness, material durability, and feasibility are strongly encouraged, as winning projects may be selected for actual construction.

Each submission must include four A2 landscape presentation boards, a cover image, and a written project description. The competition is open to professionals and students alike, working individually or in teams of up to four people. No professional license is required.

Registration is open until July 24, 2025, with final submissions due by August 27, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2025.

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

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 24 July 2025

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