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Hexagonal Retreat with Wooden Panels and Natural Light

Authors:
Beata Romowska, Hanna Prądzyńska, Natalia Grzywacz, Natalia Kaplita-toczyńska
Hexagonal Retreat with Wooden Panels and Natural Light

Project in-detail

The hexagonal structure maximizes natural light while offering wooden panels that enhance its connection to the surrounding landscape, creating a tranquil retreat for meditation.
5 key facts about this project
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The cabin's design incorporates a hexagonal shape to symbolize interconnectedness with nature.
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Natural light is maximized through a hexagonal skylight that illuminates a central altar.
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The structure utilizes wooden panels to enhance its warmth and tactile quality.
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It is surrounded by six trees, enhancing the immersive experience of nature.
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The compact footprint allows for versatile meditation practices within a small area.

The Sacred Geometry Cabin is designed to enhance meditation through a thoughtful connection with nature. Surrounded by six trees, the cabin features a hexagonal shape that embodies the principles of sacred geometry. It provides a tranquil space for reflection and introspection. With a compact area of less than 30 square meters, it can accommodate four guests and a teacher, enabling various meditation practices while fostering a sense of peace.

Geometric Architecture

The hexagonal form of the cabin is more than a shape; it carries deeper meaning. It symbolizes interconnectedness among all living things, reinforcing the bond between occupants and their natural environment. This design allows easy navigation inside the space while promoting a sense of unity during meditation. Each corner invites individuals to engage with their thoughts in a focused way.

Light and Atmosphere

Natural light plays a significant role in the overall experience within the cabin. A large hexagonal skylight directs sunlight onto a recessed altar beneath it. This feature creates an interplay of light and shadow that enhances the atmosphere. The altar mirrors the skylight's shape, making it a central element in the meditation space. Its positioning serves to elevate the overall experience of calm and focus.

Materiality and Sustainability

The materials used in the cabin further contribute to its welcoming environment. Wooden decor panels and timber construction enhance the natural feel of the structure, ensuring it harmonizes with its surroundings. This choice of materials underscores a commitment to sustainability, reducing environmental impact while adding warmth and character.

User Interaction

The space is designed for flexibility, accommodating both seated and lying meditation practices. Windows can be adjusted to connect occupants with the outside, allowing for engagement with changing weather and scenery. This adaptability helps create a more immersive experience, enabling users to feel part of the landscape, whether they are inside or outside.

The Sacred Geometry Cabin reflects careful attention to design details, where the relationship between form, light, and nature comes together to create a space ideal for meditation and self-reflection.

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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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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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