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Timber Frameworks and Green Roofs in a Poet Retreat

Authors:
Ben Jonson, Hamilton Fernandez
Timber Frameworks and Green Roofs in a Poet Retreat

Project in-detail

Timber frame structures with green roofs create a sustainable retreat for poets, offering modular living spaces that seamlessly integrate with the natural landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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Timber frame huts integrate modular designs that optimize space for individual living.
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Green roofs on terraces promote biodiversity and sustainability within the landscape.
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A dedicated meditation area enhances the tranquil environment for reflection and creativity.
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"Poets Walk" pathways connect buildings, fostering communal interaction and exploration.
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The project utilizes timber and stone for durability while maintaining an eco-friendly focus.

The Pavilosta Poets Huts architecture project is located in the scenic landscape of Latvia, designed to host a community of poets who seek inspiration from their natural surroundings. The design emphasizes sustainable living and the integration of individual spaces within a collective environment that fosters creativity. Through its thoughtful layout, the project embodies a connection to nature and encourages interaction among its residents.

Host's Home

The Host's home serves as the main gathering point and is characterized by its functional and straightforward design. Positioned near the entrance of the site, it is welcoming and adaptable, allowing for individual needs to be met. This residence not only supports communal living but also facilitates meaningful connections among those who occupy the space.

Terrace and Multifunctional Space

A distinctive circular terrace, partially covered with greenery, offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This outdoor area is intended for both communal activities and personal reflection, providing a versatile space for residents. Nearby, the multifunctional space is designed to accommodate various events, such as poetry readings, with an open layout that invites collaboration and interaction among community members.

Poets Huts

The Poets Huts are modular structures that come in three sizes, catering to one to four residents each. Each hut includes essential amenities for living, such as sleeping areas, cooking zones, and bathing facilities. The design aims for efficiency and comfort, ensuring that all residents have access to what they need in a compact environment.

Meditation Area and Common Kitchen

A unique meditation area is integrated into the landscape, offering a quiet space for rest and reflection. This area is surrounded by greenery and features benches along a gentle water channel, enhancing its tranquil setting. Adjacent to this is the common kitchen, designed with a circular table for shared meals, fostering a sense of community and belonging among residents.

The architecture employs timber framing, supported by flat stone foundations, which aligns with the focus on sustainability. This choice of materials helps the structures blend with the environment while ensuring they remain durable over time. Pathways, known as "The Poets Walk," connect different areas of the site, encouraging exploration and enhancing the communal experience in this thoughtfully designed living space.

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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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