Jose Antonio Patroni Robles,Francesco Iberico Bellomo,Maria Belen Santolalla Ruzo,María Belén Santolalla Ruzo
Using insulated panels and radiata pine cladding, the design integrates modular living units that adapt to coastal environments, providing flexible housing solutions for young professionals.
Emphasizing the spiritual essence of the Buddhist stupa, the design utilizes sustainable pine to create a dedicated meditation space that fosters tranquility and reflection within a harmonious natural setting.
Stacked radiata pine walls define a meditation space that harmonizes with its forest surroundings, inviting users to engage in mindfulness and reflection amidst nature.
Constructed from laminated veneer lumber and clad in durable Abodo Vulcan, the cabin features a double-height space that enhances the aromatic flow of essential oils, providing a serene retreat for meditation and personal reflection.
Emerging from the landscape, the geode structure uniquely integrates polished concrete and radiata pine to create a meditative sanctuary that fosters mindfulness and personal reflection.
Utilizing Radiata Pine and Agathis australis, the design creates a serene meditation space that fosters a deep connection to the natural environment, encouraging mindfulness and reflection.
John Alexander Foreman,Derek Sew,Connor Clearwater,Samuel Quiles De Almeida
Constructed from repurposed textile waste, these micro homes offer innovative insulation and passive cooling solutions, all while providing essential housing with expansive ocean views in a sustainable framework.
A central skylight illuminates the altar within a structure of radiata pine, designed to create a peaceful environment for meditation and reflection in a natural bush setting.
Elevated above the landscape, the retreat utilizes cross-laminated panels and local radiata pine to create a tranquil space for meditation within a north-facing glade.
Constructed with New Zealand sourced pine and Timaru Bluestone, the hexagonal meditation cabin is designed to enhance self-reflection within its natural forest setting.
Constructed with a half-cylinder shape and a combination of radiata pine and cedar roofing, the cabin effectively blends with its natural surroundings while providing a tranquil space for meditation and reflection.
Constructed with charred wood, this elevated cabin features a meditation altar and tilted walls that optimize natural light, providing a tranquil space dedicated to reflection and personal growth.
Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.
Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.
Valeria Baeza
Mario Arancibia
Felipe Gonzalez
Tomas Zelada
The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.
This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
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