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Loving Kindness Reflected Through Warm Textures and Natural Light

Author:
Andy Au
Loving Kindness Reflected Through Warm Textures and Natural Light

Project in-detail

Emphasizing loving kindness, the design incorporates warm textures and abundant natural light to create tranquil spaces that facilitate self-reflection and meditation.
5 key facts about this project
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Emphasizes loving kindness as a core design principle.
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Utilizes organic textures to create a warm atmosphere.
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Incorporates large openings for abundant natural light.
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Focuses on enhancing emotional engagement through spatial arrangement.
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Features a unique bent A-frame structure for visual interest.

The design focuses on mindfulness with loving kindness, set within a calm environment that supports self-reflection and emotional well-being. The concept aims to combine modern architectural ideas with traditional meditation practices. Users are invited to navigate the space, with the intention of enhancing their connection with themselves and their inner thoughts.

Conceptual Framework

The layout encourages exploration through various mental states. Each area serves a specific purpose, promoting thoughtful engagement and contemplation. The arrangement of spaces makes it clear that architecture can play a role in facilitating mindfulness experiences.

Light and Atmosphere

Natural light significantly influences the feel of the spaces. Its interaction with the interiors shapes how each area is experienced. Light not only enhances the aesthetic but also plays a vital role in supporting moments of clarity and reflection. The design understands that the right lighting can enrich emotional experiences.

Spatial Qualities

Organic shapes and warm textures are integrated into the design. These elements create a sense of comfort and security for users. The thoughtful arrangement encourages deep introspection, making the environment suitable for meditation and personal growth. The focus is on how users interact with their surroundings and how the space makes them feel.

Aesthetic Integration

This design merges contemporary style with principles of mindfulness. It recognizes how the built environment affects mental health. One notable detail is the way the design brings nature into the spaces. Large windows and openings create visual links to the outdoors, allowing natural elements to enhance the feeling of peace and introspection within the interiors.

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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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