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Retractable Yoga Studio With Curved Form and Panoramic Views

Author:
Qiu Tian
Retractable Yoga Studio With Curved Form and Panoramic Views

Project in-detail

A circular curved frame allows for panoramic views and natural ventilation in a multi-use yoga studio that seamlessly adapts to varying group sizes and outdoor conditions.
5 key facts about this project
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Curved frame design enhances panoramic views and connection to nature.
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Retractable structure allows flexible indoor-outdoor usage.
03
Natural ventilation is achieved through a unique gap design.
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Interior layout promotes a centered practice experience.
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Multi-use features include spaces for rest, showers, and a café.

The yoga studio is located in a mountainous region, designed to provide a space that emphasizes flexibility and user experience. The overall design concept allows the space to adapt to various group sizes and activities. By integrating architecture with the surrounding environment, the studio offers visitors a connection to nature while promoting relaxation and wellness.

Architectural Form

The studio employs a circular curved frame, moving away from traditional box shapes. This form creates wide-ranging views of the landscape, allowing users to immerse themselves in nature during their practice. The design is capable of expanding and contracting smoothly, enhancing its function as a retractable studio that effectively connects indoor and outdoor experiences.

Interior Spatial Organization

The floor plan is organized to foster balance among practitioners. With its circular layout, individuals can feel centered in their practice, which contributes to a holistic experience. There are designated areas for both indoor and outdoor activities. Specific provisions ensure that the space remains usable during inclement weather, guaranteeing functionality throughout different seasons.

Exterior Features and Functions

Surrounding the main practice area, the studio includes various exterior features like rest areas, shower facilities, and a café. These elements are designed to enhance overall user comfort and convenience, allowing individuals to enjoy leisure activities alongside their wellness routines.

Natural Ventilation

A notable design detail is the gap between the lower edge of the outer wall and the upper edge of the inner wall. This gap facilitates natural airflow within the practice area, creating a comfortable atmosphere essential for yoga. This ventilation feature aligns with the focus on enhancing the user experience while maintaining a strong connection to the natural environment.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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