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Meditative Space with Cross-Laminated Timber and Blue Stained Glass

Meditative Space with Cross-Laminated Timber and Blue Stained Glass

Justin Allen, Saskia Kaufmann, Anne Warter, Neil Patel

Constructed from cross-laminated timber and featuring a blue stained glass window, the cabin offers a versatile meditation space designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings while promoting mindfulness and tranquility.

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Natural Light and Fluidity in an Oval Shaped Space with Sculptural Elements

Natural Light and Fluidity in an Oval Shaped Space with Sculptural Elements

Volodymyr Domaretskyi, Anton Stolyarov, Katya Samaraska, Katya Soloshenko

The design showcases an oval-shaped structure enriched by abundant natural light, sculptural elements, and a unique brushstroke pathway, serving as a creative space that blends residential and workshop functions.

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Vertical Garden Integration within Timber Framed, Off-Grid Living

Hanne Wandrey, Ulrike Sievert, Erik Schumann

The vertical garden and timber framing establish a sustainable living environment that thrives on self-sufficiency and adaptability, designed to serve as a refuge from urban life.

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Triple-Glazed Retreat with Wood and Cellulose Integration

Triple-Glazed Retreat with Wood and Cellulose Integration

Gökhan Aksoy, Melike Soyal, Erald Varaku, Zeynep Seyhan

Constructed with triple-glazed openings and locally sourced wood, the cabin seamlessly integrates with its landscape to provide a serene space for meditation and reflection.

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Dark Ambiance and Wooden Louvers in a Tranquil Meditation Retreat

Dark Ambiance and Wooden Louvers in a Tranquil Meditation Retreat

Byeo ri Kim, Dong won Jo, Han na rae Kim, Gyu jin Kim

A dimly lit meditation space defined by wooden louvers creates a serene environment for self-reflection, seamlessly integrated into the tranquil forest setting.

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Natural Wool Insulation and Spruce Framework Create a Tranquil Retreat

Natural Wool Insulation and Spruce Framework Create a Tranquil Retreat

Iulia alexandra Roman

Constructed with a framework of local spruce wood and insulated with natural wool, the cabin serves as a tranquil retreat for meditation, harmonizing modern minimalism with the surrounding Latvian woods.

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Vertical Meditation Cabin with Flexible Material Design

Sofoklis Kaltsios, Iliana Giera

Rising vertically on a compact footprint, the cabin employs flexible materials and a hydraulic lift to facilitate a journey through three meditative states, providing a refuge for mindfulness amidst Tokyo's urban landscape.

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Flowing Forms of Wood and Concrete in a Family Residence Embracing Nature

Flowing Forms of Wood and Concrete in a Family Residence Embracing Nature

Kenneth Bostock

Emphasizing flowing forms created from wood and concrete, the residence harmoniously integrates with its landscape while providing a comfortable family living space.

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Plaster Facades and Vault Shapes in Intimate Guest Homes

Plaster Facades and Vault Shapes in Intimate Guest Homes

Dorin Samano

With its recessed entrances and vault shapes inspired by local hills, the design harmoniously blends plaster facades and arched windows to create intimate guest homes for wine-tasting visitors.

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Creative Space in Nature With Air-Heat Pump and Solar Panels

Karolina Rymaszewska

With a focus on sustainability, the cabin integrates air-heat pump technology and solar panels into its design, offering a versatile living space that encourages connection with its natural surroundings.

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Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat

Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat

Sara Noronha

Constructed with a cylindrical form of limewood and a delicately woven linen facade, these cabins provide a tranquil environment for meditation, seamlessly blending with the surrounding forest landscape.

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Linear Form Overlooking Vineyard with Integrated Hospitality Spaces

Linear Form Overlooking Vineyard with Integrated Hospitality Spaces

Samuele Barichello, Mauro Oliveti, Simone Giacchetto

A slender, linear structure emerges from the hillside, providing an unobtrusive yet inviting space for hospitality while offering sweeping views of the surrounding vineyard.

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Retractable Windows and Wooden Walls Framing Panoramic Vineyard Views

Retractable Windows and Wooden Walls Framing Panoramic Vineyard Views

Mihai ionut Blahuianu, Mirco Trevisan

Positioned to emphasize panoramic vineyard views, retractable windows and a wooden wall create a seamless connection with nature in a space dedicated to wine tasting and communal gathering.

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Triangular Frames and Black Mesh Enveloping a Nature-Inspired Meditation Retreat

Triangular Frames and Black Mesh Enveloping a Nature-Inspired Meditation Retreat

Kahara Mori

Enveloped in a black mesh and supported by triangular wooden frames, the cabins create an immersive environment for meditation within the serene forest of Ozolini, prioritizing a deep connection with nature.

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Cross-Laminated Timber Retreat Embracing Natural Stone and Sustainable Design

Cross-Laminated Timber Retreat Embracing Natural Stone and Sustainable Design

Luke Carter, Dain Mcclure-thomas, Mukesh Vanjani

Constructed with cross-laminated timber and natural stone, this small retreat integrates sustainable features like rainwater collection and greywater systems to create a meditative space for self-reflection in a forested setting.

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Candlelit Retreat With Recycled Timber and Conical Forms

Candlelit Retreat With Recycled Timber and Conical Forms

Luca Gebhard, Madina Akkubekova, Valeria Sapigni

Constructed with recycled timber and characterized by conical shapes that blend with the forest, the cabin serves as a tranquil retreat focused on mental well-being.

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Discovering Transparency in Minimalist Elevation and Spatial Depth

Discovering Transparency in Minimalist Elevation and Spatial Depth

Polina Sencu, Mihaela Apostolidis, Merve baise Uysal, Andrei casian Ciurezu

A subtle elevation allows the Pavilion of Reflections to blend with the landscape, while its thoughtful spatial arrangement emphasizes transparency and depth, creating an immersive environment for contemplation.

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Sound-Insulated Meditation Cabins with Bamboo-Rammed Earth Structure

Niklas Neumann

Constructed with bamboo-reinforced rammed earth and enhanced by sound-insulating glazing, the cabins offer a serene environment for meditation in the heart of Tokyo.

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Elevated Space With Modular Footprint

Balthazar Sarrat

Elevated above the ground plane, the modular structure utilizes a minimal footprint to enhance space efficiency while accommodating community functions.

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Cozy Roof Forms That Harmonize With Natural Landscapes

Cozy Roof Forms That Harmonize With Natural Landscapes

コウタロウ森安, yuto kitagawa, kotaro yamaguchi

Low-profile roofs that extend outward create an intimate connection to the surrounding landscape, enhancing the guest house's experience while emphasizing harmony with local natural elements.

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Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Shih-Hui Teng Min Li Shen Tzu Chen Nien Chen Lu

Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Anique Azhar Shore, Ahad Ayaz

The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

Kristina Klimova

A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.

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Search results for: “Minimalism”

357 projects found:

Meditative Space with Cross-Laminated Timber and Blue Stained Glass

Natural Light and Fluidity in an Oval Shaped Space with Sculptural Elements

Vertical Garden Integration within Timber Framed, Off-Grid Living

Triple-Glazed Retreat with Wood and Cellulose Integration

Dark Ambiance and Wooden Louvers in a Tranquil Meditation Retreat

Natural Wool Insulation and Spruce Framework Create a Tranquil Retreat

Vertical Meditation Cabin with Flexible Material Design

Flowing Forms of Wood and Concrete in a Family Residence Embracing Nature

Plaster Facades and Vault Shapes in Intimate Guest Homes

Creative Space in Nature With Air-Heat Pump and Solar Panels

Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat

Linear Form Overlooking Vineyard with Integrated Hospitality Spaces

Retractable Windows and Wooden Walls Framing Panoramic Vineyard Views

Triangular Frames and Black Mesh Enveloping a Nature-Inspired Meditation Retreat

Cross-Laminated Timber Retreat Embracing Natural Stone and Sustainable Design

Candlelit Retreat With Recycled Timber and Conical Forms

Discovering Transparency in Minimalist Elevation and Spatial Depth

Sound-Insulated Meditation Cabins with Bamboo-Rammed Earth Structure

Elevated Space With Modular Footprint

Cozy Roof Forms That Harmonize With Natural Landscapes

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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