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Operable Fabric Walls and Elevated Wood Structure Enhancing Connection to Nature in a Flexible Yoga Retreat

Authors:
Lam hoang Bui, Thy Mai Tran, Hieu Minh Nguyen, Hung Vinh Nguyen
Operable Fabric Walls and Elevated Wood Structure Enhancing Connection to Nature in a Flexible Yoga Retreat

Project in-detail

Elevated wooden panels and operable fabric walls facilitate an adaptive space that seamlessly connects users with the surrounding landscape, designed specifically for yoga practice and communal engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Operable fabric walls allow flexible use of space in response to weather changes.
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The structure is elevated to minimize ecological impact while enhancing views.
03
Charred wooden shingles provide weather resistance and a distinctive aesthetic.
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Cross-laminated timber panels contribute to structural integrity with reduced carbon footprint.
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The bent A-frame design optimizes natural light and ventilation throughout the interior.

### Project Overview

Located in a serene forest setting, the Yoga House of Closeness emphasizes wellness and a harmonious relationship with nature. The design is intended to foster connections between users, their environment, and the practice of yoga, creating an atmosphere that supports mindfulness and spatial interaction.

### Spatial Organization

The project features distinct modules that facilitate various activities. The **Yoga Space** serves as the central area, capable of opening entirely to an outdoor zone, which enhances the practice through direct engagement with the landscape. Adjacent to this is the **Kitchen/Dining Area**, designed for communal dining yet adaptable to function as additional sleeping quarters. **Changing Rooms** cater to user preferences for privacy or openness, while the **Living Quarters** balance intimacy and spaciousness to accommodate diverse needs.

### Materiality and Sustainability

Material selection plays a crucial role in establishing the building’s unique character. Various forms of wood contribute warmth and natural aesthetics, complemented by marble detailing on window sills that reflect craftsmanship. Fabric walls are used in areas requiring flexibility, allowing for adaptive spatial configurations. The building's elevation reduces ecological impact and optimizes scenic views, while the carefully considered orientation enhances natural ventilation and daylighting, responding effectively to climatic conditions.

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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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