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Healing Gardens and Natural Light Foster Community Well-Being

Author:
Daniela Ficcaglia
Healing Gardens and Natural Light Foster Community Well-Being

Project in-detail

Healing gardens integrated with ample natural light create a supportive environment for community well-being within a modern healthcare centre.
5 key facts about this project
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Healing gardens are incorporated to enhance therapeutic benefits for patients and staff.
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Flexible interior spaces allow for various configurations and activities.
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Natural light floods the Centre, improving the overall atmosphere and mood.
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Sliding doors facilitate privacy while promoting interaction among users.
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The design focuses on creating a residential scale, contrasting typical hospital environments.

The Pluma Centre is a modern healthcare facility designed to enhance comfort and emotional well-being for all users. Located in a tranquil environment, it offers a design concept that feels more like home than a traditional hospital. By incorporating elements that encourage connection and support, the Centre addresses the emotional needs of patients, fostering a sense of safety and community.

Architectural Concept

The main goal of the Pluma Centre is to ease the anxiety that often comes with illness. The design creates a lively space that invites exploration and interaction. Natural light is a key feature, with large windows and roof lights that fill the interior with daylight, improving the overall atmosphere and promoting a sense of well-being.



Spatial Configuration

Interior spaces are designed with flexibility in mind. Sliding doors allow for various room setups, enabling both social gatherings and private moments. This adaptability supports a range of activities. The layout promotes visibility, making it easier for people to navigate the space while avoiding the confinement found in many hospitals.



Healing Landscapes

The surrounding healing gardens play an important role in the design. These outdoor areas create distinct zones that can be semi-private or for larger groups. This encourages socializing while also providing quiet spots for reflection. Connecting with nature helps to reinforce the Centre’s focus on holistic well-being, offering a peaceful escape from a clinical atmosphere.



Natural Integration

While the presentation does not specify the materials used in construction, the design hints at a commitment to warmth and accessibility. The relationship between the building and its gardens suggests the use of sustainable landscaping and a focus on natural elements. The connection between indoor areas and outdoor spaces contributes to a welcoming environment for everyone who visits.



Visitors are greeted by an inviting entrance that sets the tone for the experience inside. Light, color, and nature create a calming atmosphere, encouraging a sense of peace from the moment one steps through the door.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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