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Timber Pergola Overlooking a Lush Garden Retreat

Author:
Veronika Kral
Timber Pergola Overlooking a Lush Garden Retreat

Project in-detail

A timber pergola provides partial shade over expansive glass panels that open to a lush garden, creating a harmonious space designed for wine tasting experiences.
5 key facts about this project
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Timber pergola enhances shading while framing views of the garden.
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Interior and exterior stone cladding creates a cohesive visual narrative.
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Full-height glass panels facilitate a seamless indoor-outdoor transition.
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A dedicated art wall in the restroom engages guests with visual art.
05
Green roof design integrates the structure into the natural landscape.

The Monte d'Oiro Wine Tasting Room is set in a scenic location that highlights the enjoyment of wine amidst nature. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, focusing on natural light and functionality. Its main goal is to create a welcoming environment for wine tasting, enhancing the experience with views of the beautiful landscape.

Design Integration

Full-height and width sliding and folding glass panels allow the room to open to a spacious terrace and the surrounding garden. This feature invites ample sunlight into the interior while fostering a strong connection to the outdoors. The design creates a flow between spaces, enabling visitors to engage with the natural surroundings and feel a part of the environment.

Transitional Elements

A notable aspect is the timber pergola, which acts as a bridge between inside and outside. It provides partial shade, creating a comfortable area while emphasizing the views of the landscape. The pergola extends along one side of the structure, linking the front and back outdoor spaces. This layout improves accessibility and encourages visitors to explore the entire site.

Functional Layout

Inside, the area covers 63 square meters, including a guest restroom and a kitchen that connects directly to a serving area. This arrangement facilitates various activities and supports the primary function of wine tasting. The thoughtful organization of these spaces helps ensure that visitors have everything they need in a convenient layout.

Material Considerations

The choice of materials significantly shapes both the look and function of the design. Timber used for the flooring adds warmth, aligning with the natural environment, while stone cladding covers both the exterior and interior surfaces, providing durability. Extensive use of glass not only frames the lush outdoor scenery but also allows light to create a pleasant and uplifting atmosphere within.

Artistic Enhancements

Art pieces, such as paintings displayed on the wall of the restroom facing the tasting room, contribute to the space's character. These artworks enhance the surrounding environment, engaging visitors further. The design also features a green roof that reinforces the commitment to ecological harmony, allowing the building to blend comfortably with the landscape.

The thoughtful balance of functionality and nature is clear, illustrated by the transitions from timber to stone and the panoramic glass openings that invite the lush surroundings inside.

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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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