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Pilgrimage Yoga House: A Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Author:
Daniel Bramah
Pilgrimage Yoga House: A Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Project in-detail

Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with a thatch roof for enhanced insulation and aesthetic appeal.
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Utilizes recycled rubber tires in the foundation to promote sustainability.
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Features large circular skylights for natural light and ventilation.
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Incorporates a triangular form to create unique spatial dynamics.
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Designed with flexible interior spaces to adapt for various activities.

Defined by its upward-tapering triangular form, the structure draws inspiration from natural features such as mountains, creating a distinctive silhouette within the forested landscape. This geometry generates a tall, open interior that supports both quiet retreat and shared practice. Large windows and circular skylights bring in ample daylight and frame views of the surrounding trees, establishing a continuous visual connection between interior and exterior.

Material Choices and Environmental Intent

The project employs a material palette focused on ecological performance and local relevance. A thatched roof provides natural insulation and visually anchors the building to its setting. Structural insulated panels (SIPs) enhance thermal efficiency, while the timber frame supports long-term durability and environmental responsibility. Recycled rubber tires are repurposed in the foundation, reducing construction waste and reinforcing the low-impact design approach.

Atmosphere and Spatial Flow

Interior spaces are arranged to support both solitude and community. A central hearth acts as a communal focal point, while smaller alcoves offer quiet areas for meditation and rest. Circulation through the building is intuitive and open, encouraging unforced movement and emotional calm. Through its symbolic form, sustainable materials, and emphasis on sensory experience, the project fosters a reflective atmosphere rooted in mindfulness and connection to place.

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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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