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Serene Pavilion Crafted From Spruce and Charred Accoya for Personal Reflection

Authors:
Nippit Cheybumroong, Natcha Thanakitsomboon, Porpiang Ratanapongphasuk
Serene Pavilion Crafted From Spruce and Charred Accoya for Personal Reflection

Project in-detail

Crafted from spruce and charred Accoya, the pavilion offers a versatile space for meditation and personal reflection, harmonizing natural materials with a design that prioritizes tranquility.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted with a dual-function altar that serves as both table and chair.
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Utilizes charred Accoya for its thermal properties and aesthetic appeal.
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Strategically oriented to maximize sunlight exposure throughout the day.
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Designed to foster both personal reflection and group meditation sessions.
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Incorporates vertical and horizontal wooden battens for light diffusion.

The meditation space is designed to create an environment that supports personal reflection and tranquility. It is organized from front to back, allowing individuals to navigate the space according to their needs. Integrated flower essence altars provide a connection to nature while enhancing the overall meditative experience. The concept is grounded in the idea that meditation relates closely to one's inner self and self-discipline, which is essential to the space's purpose.

Light and Atmosphere

The role of light in the space is significant. Vertical and horizontal wooden battens are used to let sunlight filter through, enriching the atmosphere. This thoughtful arrangement creates a calming visual quality, making the interior more inviting. Key areas are positioned to maximize sunlight throughout the day, ensuring that natural light is both a design element and a contributor to the meditative environment.

Spatial Arrangement

The layout of the meditation space is carefully planned to promote both personal reflection and group interaction. Different enclosures define various areas, allowing for both privacy and connection. Users can easily transition from engaging in group activities to seeking solitude, supporting a variety of meditation practices. This organization fosters a welcoming and functional environment tailored to personal experiences.

Materiality and Functionality

Timber is the primary material chosen for the space, selected for its ability to create warmth and comfort. Light tone wood, specifically spruce, forms the seat and flower altar, while dark tone wood, known as charred Accoya, is used for the wooden slats and pedestal. Each material contributes to the restorative quality of the environment, emphasizing the connection between nature and the experience of the space.

Versatile Design Elements

A distinctive feature of the design is the altar, which functions both as a chair and a table. This dual purpose makes it adaptable to the user's needs throughout the day. By addressing individual requirements, the design enhances the usability of the meditation space, ensuring that it remains flexible and functional.

The pavilion fosters a tranquil atmosphere, encouraging deeper reflection while integrating natural elements throughout the design. It seeks to create a cohesive environment that supports the meditative practices it is built for.

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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.

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