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Pink Walls and Elevated Yoga Spaces Surrounded by Nature

Authors:
Jia min (rachel) Chen, Yuheng Huang
Pink Walls and Elevated Yoga Spaces Surrounded by Nature

Project in-detail

With a pink wall inspired by local flora and an elevated yoga space that captures panoramic views, this design emphasizes harmony with nature while serving as a tranquil retreat for mindfulness and reflection.
5 key facts about this project
01
The wall color is derived from local flower species.
02
The yoga space is elevated for unobstructed panoramic views.
03
Independent footings minimize environmental disruption.
04
A garden courtyard enhances connection with nature.
05
The design incorporates a sand area for sensory engagement.

The Surreal House is located in the calm forest of Olerios-Amieira, designed as a space for mindfulness and reflection. It aims to create a close connection between its residents and the surrounding nature. The layout is arranged to guide visitors on a journey towards inner peace. The yoga area, positioned for the best views of the hillside and valley, serves as the central feature of this design.

Spatial Arrangement

The layout features separate areas that allow for different activities while maintaining a sense of flow. Key spaces include the bathroom, coffee counter, and the yoga room. Each of these areas has independent foundations that lift them slightly off the natural ground. This separation helps the design fit into the landscape, allowing natural light and air to move freely throughout the house.

Natural Integration

The design focuses on minimizing disruption to the existing land. A garden courtyard adds greenery, while a pink wall inspired by local flowers enhances the visual experience. These elements create a stronger bond with the surroundings. The inclusion of a sand area and well-placed plants also encourages interaction with nature, making the experience more engaging for residents and visitors alike.

Material Consideration

Materials chosen for the Surreal House support its connection to nature. Ash brown wood, pink flower paint, grey concrete, translucent screens, stone, and sand work together to create an inviting atmosphere that reflects local characteristics. Each material plays a role in ensuring the house is functional while also enhancing its identity within the natural environment.

The yoga space, raised to take in expansive views, invites users to engage with the peaceful surroundings, making it a quiet retreat for personal reflection and wellness.

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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

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

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