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Symmetrical Wood Cabin With HPL Panel Roof and Meditative Altar

Author:
Rodrigo Cearra
Symmetrical Wood Cabin With HPL Panel Roof and Meditative Altar

Project in-detail

A meditative altar integrated into a symmetrical wooden structure with an HPL panel roof creates a tranquil space for reflection and connection with nature.
5 key facts about this project
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Symmetrical design enhances spatial balance and harmony.
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Integrated altar accessible by a ladder promotes focused meditation.
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HPL panel roof contrasts with warm wood, adding visual interest.
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Natural light is emphasized through a strategically placed window.
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Wood construction reinforces a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.

The Forest Harmony Meditation project is located in a calm natural environment. It is designed to encourage users to engage in reflection and meditation, fostering a strong connection with nature. The overall concept aims to create spaces that are open yet intimate, allowing visitors to immerse themselves fully in their surroundings while participating in meditative practices.

Structural Composition

The design consists of two complementary structures that enhance the overall experience. The main structure is symmetrical and open, facilitating group meditation and individual reflection. This arrangement promotes visual harmony, creating an inviting atmosphere that resonates with the landscape around it.

The secondary structure features a beam-cantilever with a window that introduces natural light into the space. This aspect not only enhances the indoor environment but also allows occupants to maintain a visual connection with the outside world. The entry facade is designed to integrate this beam into the main structure, with a small altar accessible by a ladder that serves as a focal point for meditation.

Material Choices

Wood is used as the primary construction material, providing warmth and a sense of closeness to nature. Its role extends beyond structural support, enriching the overall sensory experience within the space. The roof incorporates HPL (High Pressure Laminate) panels, which add contrast to the wooden elements while ensuring long-lasting durability.

Light and Spatial Interaction

The project makes effective use of light to create a calm and reflective environment. The way light interacts with the beam-cantilever creates varying shadows throughout the day. This dynamic helps to deepen the user’s connection with their surroundings, enhancing the peaceful quality of the space. The thoughtful design allows for a unique experience where nature and meditation coexist.

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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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