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Triangular Geometry in Sustainable Timber Cabins for Quiet Reflection

Authors:
Daniel Ramírez, Imanol Meza
Triangular Geometry in Sustainable Timber Cabins for Quiet Reflection

Project in-detail

The integration of equilateral triangles and sustainable timber creates a serene environment for meditation and reflection within a compact cabin designed for quiet contemplation.
5 key facts about this project
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Designed with equilateral triangles to enhance stability and aesthetics.
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Incorporates a unique bent A-frame structure for improved natural light.
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Features dedicated meditation areas to foster tranquility.
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Constructed with cross-laminated timber panels for sustainability.
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Offers panoramic views through strategically placed facades.

The Silent Meditation Forest Cabins project features the A60° Cabin, designed to blend with its forest surroundings while encouraging a deep sense of connection with nature. The aim is to create a space for quiet reflection and meditation. The design modernizes traditional cabin aesthetics, offering a layout that supports both privacy and community interaction.

Spatial Organization

The A60° Cabin presents an innovative spatial layout, consisting of two distinct hut shapes joined perpendicularly. This arrangement facilitates a natural flow among different areas, including a Lobby, Service spaces, a Meditation Area, and a Fireplace on the lower level. A Mezzanine on the upper level enhances versatility, allowing for diverse activities and fostering a sense of comfort.

Facade Design

The facades are an essential part of the design. The front areas include practical functions such as the Entry, Service, Bathroom, Lobby, and Meditation spaces, addressing both utility and aesthetics. Additionally, the lateral facades offer views of the surrounding forest, enabling occupants to connect with nature and enjoy a sense of calm and tranquility.

Interior Geometry

Inside, the design emphasizes geometric simplicity, featuring right and equilateral triangles as key elements. These shapes contribute to both the structural integrity and the overall visual appeal of the space. The layout allows for ample natural light and various sightlines, creating an inviting atmosphere suitable for meditation and relaxation.

Material Context

While specific materials are not detailed in the presentation text, the emphasis on wooden finishes aligns with the project's commitment to ecological principles. The use of wood as a primary material fosters a connection to the environment, highlighting sustainable practices and the natural beauty of organic forms.

Natural light enters through carefully placed openings, casting gentle shadows and creating a warm ambiance that enhances the meditative experience within the cabin.

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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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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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