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Natural Stone Terraces and Glass Panes Create Seamless Integration with Vineyard Landscape

Authors:
Stefan Ritzen, Ina Dogga
Natural Stone Terraces and Glass Panes Create Seamless Integration with Vineyard Landscape

Project in-detail

Combining natural stone terraces and expansive glass facades, the design seamlessly blends with the surrounding vineyard landscapes while offering a unique hospitality experience centered around wine appreciation.
5 key facts about this project
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Combines natural stone terraces with large glass facades for optimal vineyard views.
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Utilizes locally sourced materials to enhance environmental integration and sustainability.
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Features a multi-level layout that follows the site's natural topography.
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Incorporates biophilic design elements to create a connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Emphasizes wine culture by providing direct access to vineyards and wine-related experiences.

The Wine Hotel Monte D'Oiro presents a thoughtful integration of architecture and landscape within the context of a vineyard in Portugal. Designed to offer an immersive experience that reflects the local environment, the project serves both hospitality and leisure functions, appealing to wine enthusiasts and visitors seeking a connection with nature.

The architecture of the Wine Hotel Monte D'Oiro demonstrates a commitment to materiality and sustainability. By utilizing locally sourced materials, the design maintains a contextual relevance that enhances its connection to the surrounding vineyards. Concrete is employed for its structural integrity, while glass allows ample natural light to penetrate the interior spaces, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor environments. Wood is incorporated to add warmth and human scale, while natural stone paths lead guests through the meticulously landscaped grounds.

The project’s layout features three distinct levels that follow the natural topography, allowing for fluid transitions between spaces. This vertical design not only maximizes views of the vineyard but also encourages exploration of the hotel’s features, which include a swimming pool, gardens, and event areas. The strategic placement of terraces enhances the guest experience by providing multiple vantage points and outdoor relaxation spaces.

Sustainability is a key focus of the Wine Hotel Monte D'Oiro. The design promotes energy efficiency through green roof systems and the potential incorporation of solar panels, aligning with modern architectural practices that strive for minimal ecological impact. The landscaping incorporates indigenous flora, creating a habitat that supports local biodiversity while adding to the aesthetic value of the grounds.

Distinctive to this project is the emphasis on sensory engagement, created through spatial dynamics and visual transparency. Large glass facades facilitate a dialogue between guests and the vineyard scenery, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the seasonal transitions of the winery. The architecture fosters a deep connection to the surrounding landscape, enhancing the overall experience of the hotel.

The Wine Hotel Monte D'Oiro highlights the importance of integrating hospitality with local culture. The design offers guests a direct relationship with the vineyard, facilitating activities that revolve around wine appreciation. This engagement reinforces the hotel’s identity as more than just a place to stay; it becomes part of the wine journey itself.

For further understanding of the architectural principles and design strategies at play, interested readers are encouraged to explore the project presentation, particularly focusing on architectural plans, architectural sections, and architectural designs for a comprehensive insight into this unique project.

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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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