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Stone and Steel Terraces Framing Vineyard Views in a Community Setting

Authors:
Clément Meynard, Sergey Guichard kaluzhskikh, Thomas Labarthe, Jung hwan Kim
Stone and Steel Terraces Framing Vineyard Views in a Community Setting

Project in-detail

Combining stone and steel, the design features terraced landscapes that draw attention to the vineyard views while providing a communal space for hospitality and relaxation.
5 key facts about this project
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Designed to blend with the landscape, the structure features extensive terraced levels for enhanced views.
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Innovative use of stone and steel creates a modern aesthetic while respecting traditional materials.
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Large glazed openings allow for natural light and connectivity to the outdoor environment.
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Fruit trees integrated into the pathways reinforce the local agricultural heritage and landscape connection.
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The central plaza serves as a multifunctional space for community gatherings and events.

The Quinta Monte d'Oiro occupies a visually appealing landscape of hills and vineyards, creating a space that connects visitors with the natural environment. This location serves as a hotel and community space, focusing on blending the built environment with its surroundings. The design centers on an easy relationship with the geography, using the land's natural features to enhance the experience of those who visit.

Architectural Integration

The layout includes various buildings arranged around a central plaza, forming a cohesive space that encourages social interaction while allowing individual structures to maintain their character. This organization promotes a strong connection to the landscape, as large windows in the buildings frame views of the hills and vineyards, enabling a flow of natural light and providing a sense of continuity between inside and outside.



Terraced Landscapes

Terraces play a crucial role in the design, reflecting the curvature of the hills around them. These raised platforms are not just functional; they serve as inviting outlooks for guests to enjoy quiet moments in nature. The design incorporates green pathways that create private areas for hotel guests while still inviting exploration of the broader landscape.



Materiality and Detailing

Stone is a primary material used throughout the Quinta Monte d'Oiro, linking the structures to the earth beneath them. This choice adds stability and complements the visual context of the area. Steel is also used in elegant blades that enhance the structure while framing the views. The strategic incorporation of glass invites sunlight into the interior, creating bright spaces that blur the lines between indoors and the outdoor settings.



Landscape Design

The approach extends to the landscape design, where fruit trees line narrow pathways, enhancing the local agricultural heritage. This choice not only contributes to the visual environment but also strengthens the relationship with the vineyard, making the area feel connected to its surroundings.



The transition from one terrace to another creates a gentle journey through varying heights and encourages guests to experience the landscape more fully. As individuals move through these layered spaces, they are invited to appreciate the tranquility and beauty of the vineyard, reinforcing the connection between the architecture and the land itself.

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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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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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