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Water Feature and Dark Wood Embrace in a Private Meditation Space

Author:
Luis Daniel garcia
Water Feature and Dark Wood Embrace in a Private Meditation Space

Project in-detail

A soft water feature encircles a cabin constructed with dark wood, creating a tranquil environment designed for private meditation and reflection.
5 key facts about this project
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The cabin includes a single, strategically placed window for natural light and outdoor views.
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A water feature surrounds the cabin, enhancing the tranquility of the space.
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Constructed with traditional dark wood joinery to create a warm atmosphere.
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The design features a partition-style entrance for a clear transition between public and private areas.
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Emphasis on sensory experience promotes deep reflection and mindfulness.

The Cabin of Modern Meditation addresses the growing impact of technology in daily life by offering a quiet place that encourages a deep connection with nature. Located in a peaceful setting, the design serves as a space for reflection and mindfulness. The core idea revolves around engaging the senses to promote relaxation and inner peace in a simple yet inviting structure.

Partitioned Space

The layout includes a partition-style entrance that separates the public area from the private meditation spaces. This thoughtful design creates a smooth transition into a more focused environment. By defining these areas, individuals can more easily concentrate on their meditation without outside distractions, enhancing personal reflection.

Natural Light Integration

Natural light plays a crucial role in the overall experience. The meditation room features a single window that frames the views outside while allowing daylight to fill the space. This connection to the outside not only improves the atmosphere inside but also helps create a sense of calm and tranquility. It reinforces the intention of merging the indoors with nature.

Sensory Water Feature

A soft water feature surrounds the cabin, adding to the peaceful environment. The gentle sound of water promotes relaxation and mindfulness. This element enhances the sensory experience, contributing significantly to the meditation practice. It serves as a reminder of the calming effects that natural elements can have on the mind.

Warm Materiality

The cabin is constructed with traditional dark wood joinery, which gives it a warm and welcoming appearance. This choice of material is intentional, creating a connection between the building and its natural surroundings. The wood not only adds visual warmth but also promotes a sense of continuity between the inside and outside spaces.

The thoughtful arrangement of these elements results in a design that prioritizes well-being and encourages a close relationship with nature, culminating in a cabin designed for tranquility and reflection.

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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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