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Meditation Cabin Featuring Sound Filtration and Serene Balcony Space

Authors:
Jesslyn amanda Kurniadi, Raynaldo febrio Istanto, Thessalonicca venesya Tan
Meditation Cabin Featuring Sound Filtration and Serene Balcony Space

Project in-detail

A meditation cabin with a unique sound filtration system and a secluded balcony offers a tranquil space for personal reflection and connection with nature.
5 key facts about this project
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Meditation cabin designed with a sound filtration system to create a serene environment.
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Secluded balcony enhances connection with nature while providing solitude for reflection.
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Bent A-frame structure allows for unique visual appeal and functional design.
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Progressive spatial layout guides users from entry to meditative space through varied light.
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Private room accommodates multiple activities, promoting versatility in personal reflection.

The design is set in a peaceful environment aimed at supporting meditation and personal reflection. The spaces are arranged to guide users through a thoughtful experience, effectively integrating sound and light to promote clarity and tranquility. The foundational concept is about connecting individuals with both their inner self and the surrounding world, emphasizing the important interaction between built forms and sensory experiences.

Meditation Journey

The layout begins with an entrance that prepares individuals for a calming transition into the space. Progressing through the area, users encounter a staircase that allows minimal light to filter through, emphasizing a sense of relaxation and focus. Each step taken serves as an invitation to move toward a meditative state.

Spatial Configuration

Central to the design is a private room that accommodates various activities such as sleeping, meditating, and eating. This versatility supports personal reflection, offering a specific space where individuals can engage in different forms of contemplation. The arrangement is deliberately crafted to provide both functionality and a sense of serenity.

Connection with Nature

The journey culminates in a meditation balcony positioned at the top of the staircase. This space allows for individual contemplation while connecting users visually and acoustically to the natural surroundings. The balcony enhances the overall experience, reinforcing the design's intention to create a strong bond between the contemplative space and the outside environment.

Sound Control

A notable feature of the cabin is its singular opening at the top, which is designed to manage the sound entering the space. This opening helps to limit noise from outside, fostering an environment that supports meditation. The design thoughtfully incorporates layers to control sound, creating a peaceful atmosphere that nurtures focus and contemplation.

The layers within the architecture play a crucial role in establishing diverse acoustic experiences while deepening the user's connection to nature. The careful attention to how sound interacts with the environment enhances the overall meditative atmosphere, making it conducive for 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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