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Organic Form Emphasizing Meditation with Natural Connections

Authors:
Nathanael christopher Ng, Novi Synfah, Satya Krisnadi
Organic Form Emphasizing Meditation with Natural Connections

Project in-detail

Shaped like the Calla Lily, the Meditation Cabin creates a serene space for introspection by integrating an organic form with functional amenities designed to enhance the user’s experience of purification and reflection.
5 key facts about this project
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Inspired by the Calla Lily, the cabin's form promotes a sense of natural harmony.
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The design features distinct separation between living and meditation areas for undisturbed reflection.
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Functional amenities include a basin and storage, integrated without compromising meditative space.
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Large windows provide expansive views, enhancing connection to the surrounding landscape.
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The cabin’s organic shape encourages a calming atmosphere, ideal for personal growth and tranquility.

The Meditation Cabin, titled "Inside Out," serves as a retreat designed for tranquility and self-reflection. Located away from the busy city life, it provides a space for meditation and personal growth. The design draws inspiration from the Calla Lily, a flower symbolizing rebirth, purification, and holiness. The structure seeks to establish a deep connection between users and their environment.

Design Concept

The cabin’s shape is inspired by the Calla Lily, creating a form that feels both natural and inviting. This organic design enhances the experience of being in the space, allowing users to feel secure and at ease. The intention is to provide a setting where individuals can disconnect from their daily routines and engage in meaningful meditation practice.

Spatial Organization

A key feature of the design is the separation between living areas and the meditation room. This division helps to create a quiet atmosphere, encouraging concentration and mindfulness. The layout is thoughtfully arranged, focusing on making the meditation experience undisturbed while accommodating essential aspects of everyday life.

Functional Elements

Essential amenities are incorporated into the cabin, including a basin, bed, and storage for food and water. These elements are placed in a way that supports the needs of users without disrupting the calm environment. Their thoughtful integration ensures that comfort and functionality are present, alongside the main purpose of meditation.

Design Details

While the specific materials are not mentioned in the presentation, the design suggests that choices will harmonize with the natural surroundings. The focus on shape and practicality hints at a preference for finishes that resonate with nature. Large windows could provide views of the landscape, allowing natural light to fill the space. This connection to the outdoors reinforces the cabin's role as a peaceful retreat, enabling reflection away from the complexities of modern life.

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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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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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