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Natural Light and Quiet Spaces in a Serene Flower Workshop Cabin

Authors:
Jia wen Gan, Osbert tiew bing Ting
Natural Light and Quiet Spaces in a Serene Flower Workshop Cabin

Project in-detail

With a focus on natural light and strategically designed quiet spaces, the cabin serves as a serene environment for meditation and a dedicated flower essences workshop.
5 key facts about this project
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Built primarily for daylight use without electrical lighting.
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Features large picture windows enhancing natural light infiltration.
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Includes dedicated quiet zones specifically designed for meditation.
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Constructed with an emphasis on environmental integration.
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Incorporates a flexible working space for flower essences.

Light Essence is designed as a space for meditation and a flower essences workshop. Located in a natural environment, the cabin draws attention to the connection between people and nature. The design emphasizes the importance of light and sound, creating an experience that invites active engagement with the surroundings. Operating only during the day, it relies entirely on natural illumination, underscoring the role of sunlight in daily routines.

Spatial organization plays a key role in the design, dividing the interior into specific areas tailored for different uses. This careful arrangement enhances movement and interaction while providing private spaces for reflection. The Plain Wide View area stands out with its generous sightlines towards the landscape, fostering a sense of openness that encourages visitors to connect with their surroundings.



A Large Picture Window serves as a central feature, allowing ample natural light to fill the interior. This design element not only brightens the space but also links the indoor environment with the outside world. The Sunbath area captures sunlight effectively, creating warm, inviting spaces where users can relax and recharge.



Quiet spaces, designed with low light conditions, are intentionally included to support mindfulness practices. These areas help cultivate a calm atmosphere, essential for meditation and contemplation. Features like Condense and Allow Shelter enhance comfort by providing protection from the elements, while maintaining a light and airy quality inside.



The Working Zone meets the practical needs of the flower essences workshop, providing necessary tools for creative activities. This section is designed to maintain a tranquil environment, allowing users to shift smoothly between meditation and more active engagement.

Attention to detail is evident throughout the design. Organic shapes in furniture and fixtures echo the surrounding landscape, reinforcing a close relationship between the cabin and its environment. The overall approach fosters a space that encourages creativity while keeping a strong connection to nature.

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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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