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STONE BARN
MEDITATION
CAMP
COMPETITION CONDITIONS
PARTNERS:
PARTNERS:
Bee Breeders architecture competition organisers
in partnership with
SRED GLOBAL
have prepared this document for
the purpose of arranging the
STONE BARN MEDITATION CAMP
architecture competition.
Bee Breeders
architecture competition organisers
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CONTENTS
4 INTRODUCTION
5 ECOTOURISM
6 LATVIA - ONE OF GREENEST COUNTRIES IN EUROPE
9 THE COMPETITION
9 STONE BARN MEDITATION CAMP
10 THE COMPETITION SITE
14 PROGRAMME
14 SITE RESTRICTIONS
15 PROJECT PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
15 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
15 RECOMMENDED SUBMISSION CONTENT
16 PRIZES
17 COMPETITION SCHEDULE
17 REGISTRATION FEES
18 JURY AND EVALUATION PROCESS
19 COMPETITION DOCUMENTATION
19 ELIGIBILITY
19 MEDIA PARTNERS
19 ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS
INTRODUCTION
The Bee Breeders Stone Barn Meditation Camp
architecture competition encourages participants to
create eco-friendly designs for a complex in the heart
of Latvia, one of Europes greenest countries.
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ECOTOURISM
Ecotourism, as defined by the World Conservation
Union (IUCN), is "Environmentally responsible travel to
natural areas, in order to enjoy and appreciate nature
(and accompanying cultural features, both past and
present) that promote conservation, have a low visitor
impact and provide for beneficially active
socio-economic involvement of local peoples."
While some forms of ecotourism raise funds for Pokainu forest in Latvia as one of tourism sights; Image courtesy of http://www.dobele.lv/
conservation efforts, some focus on educating the
traveler or to build community connections and
respect for the environment, different cultures, and
human and animal rights. Ecotourism also promotes
green activities, such as recycling, energy efficiency,
and water conservation, as well as creating economic
opportunities for local communities.
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LATVIA
ONE OF GREENEST COUNTRIES
IN EUROPE
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Pine tree forest; Image courtesy of https://pixabay.com/
Turaida Castle; Image courtesy of http://www.raamitravel.com/ Daugava River Nature Park; Image courtesy of http://www.visitdaugavpils.lv/
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Misty meadow; Image courtesy of http://elevation.maplogs.com/
THE COMPETITION
STONE BARN MEDITATION CAMP
The Stone Barn Meditation Camp will be a haven for
those looking to escape the stress of city life; and
enjoy quiet contemplation in the countryside. While the
complex will focus mainly on organising events and
retreats for meditation enthusiasts, there will also be
the option of joining yoga camps, kids camps, and
other small private events. The main focus of the
complex is the meditation room, where visitors would
be able to meet and practice. In addition, a silence
chamber must be included, which should be a
soundproof, isolated, and dark room. The building
should be able to comfortably accommodate a
maximum of 20 guests and 10 invited service staff.
There will need to be a variety of different sized rooms
ranging from single rooms; to double rooms for up to
four people per room. Participants must also design a
dining room and kitchen that would be able to host
and serve all visitors.
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THE COMPETITION SITE
The competition site is situated in rural Vidzeme in the
eastern region of Latvia. Known for both its cultural
heritage and its natural beauty, the location is rich in
forests, lakes and grasslands.
SITE COORDINATES:
@56.7510509,26.0178136
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SITE PHOTOGRAPHS ARE AVAILABLE FOR
DOWNLOAD AT
STONEBARNMEDITATIONCAMP.BEEBREEDERS.COM
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Site boundary
Existing building
Demolished building
River
Road
0m 25m
SCALE Terrain / Ditch
0m 10m
SITE CAD AND PDF PLAN AND SECTIONS ARE SCALE
AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT
STONEBARNMEDITATIONCAMP.BEEBREEDERS.COM
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SITE AND BUILDING 3D MODEL IS AVAILABLE FOR
DOWNLOAD AT
STONEBARNMEDITATIONCAMP.BEEBREEDERS.COM
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PROGRAMME SITE RESTRICTIONS
Competition participants must accommodate the
Participants can decide whether to restore the
following functions:
stone barn to its original historic design; or to
reimagine its structure in a new way. However,
Guest Zone Outdoors the existing building cannot be demolished,
only added to enhanced.
Main Event Hall (for meditation, Covered terrace
yoga, etc.) There are no restrictions on underground
Sauna
construction.
Silence Chamber (small soundproof, Farm (optional)
isolated darkroom for 1-2 people)
Vegetable/Fruit Garden (optional)
Accommodate up to 20 people in a
Childrens Playground (optional)
variety
variety of different-sized
of different-sized rooms
rooms ranging
ranging
from single from
roomssingle roomsrooms
to double to double
for
up rooms
to four for up to four people.
people
Dining room Internal and external circulation
Kitchen spaces
Service areas (bathrooms,
storage rooms, etc.)
The BUILDING PROGRAMME is flexible, open to
modifications and improved development strategies.
Private Zone
2 Bedrooms
Library
Small Kitchen
Bathroom
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PROJECT PROPOSAL SUBMISSION RECOMMENDED
REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS SUBMISSION CONTENT
Comfortable accommodation for its Participants are required to upload four (4) A2 Includes concept designs which highlight that all
occupants in all weather conditions - resistant landscape-orientated presentation boards aspects of the design are of the highest quality
to the elements of heat, cold, rain, snow, and (must not exceed 5mb per .jpg/.jpeg file) with and in keeping with the design brief and the
wind; sketches, renderings, plans, sections, proposed site.
elevations, diagrams, and/or other presentation Indicates the main points of proposed plans and
Incorporate environmentally responsible tools to explain their proposal.
.....resources and efficient construction methods; sections, multiple internal and external
No video files will be accepted. perspectives demonstrating the spatial quality of
Generate its own power and have a the building, and operational needs and
system in place for generating its own safe All information provided in writing must be in
English. accessibility requirements.
drinking water;
All submissions must be uploaded via the Demonstrates project feasibility in regards
Low maintenance in terms of effort to environment, climate conditions, lifecycle, and
and costs; beebreeders.com upload panel. Access
information and instructions on how to upload responsible use of materials.
Attractive accommodation in its the presentation panel is issued to participants Demonstrates project construction,
own right. via email immediately after successful materiality, functions, management and
registration. maintenance; approach to environment, energy
The project qualities listed above are minimum and sustainability, indoor environment and
requirements; the competition brief is open to Presentation boards must not show any
information indicating the to the logistics.
adaptation and improved development strategies.
individual's/team's identity. Includes visualizations; artist impression in nature
setting to illustrate how their proposal fits in with
Participants that do not comply with the requirements the quality, value, and significance of the nature
will be disqualified without a refund. of Latvia.
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PRIZES
3 winning proposals and 6 honourable mentions will be selected. Bee Breeders will
award a total of US $6,000 in prize money to competition winners as follows:
US $3,000 US $500
PUBLICATIONS:
2nd Prize BB Green Award The winners will get international art and design media
coverage and will be featured on the Bee Breeders
US $1,500 US $500 website.
A full list of media partners who have committed to
present the competition winners in their publications
3rd Prize + 6 HONOURABLE MENTIONS can be found at
US $500 More information about the special awards at
stonebarnmeditationcamp.beebreeders.com
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CERTIFICATE:
Bee Breeders will also acknowledge
the outstanding performance of all
winners and honourable mentions with
Certificates of Achievement.
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COMPETITION REGISTRATION
SCHEDULE FEES
Enthusiasts
Students*
and companies
Early Bird Registration
JANUARY 26 - FEBRUARY 22
Early Bird Registration US $90 US $70
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JURY & EVALUATION
PROCESS
Competition jury consists of two jury panels: Selecting Top 3 winners:
Core jury panel 1 Consultative jury panel will produce a shortlist of 40 from all submitted
entries.
Consultative jury panel
2 Consultative jury panel will select 9 competition finalists from the
Full jury panel members list is published on shortlist.
STONEBARNMEDITATIONCAMP.beebreeders.com.
3 Core jury panel will evaluate the 9 finalists and select the top 3 winning
The core and consultative jury panel will be responsible for setting the criteria projects and the 6 honourable mentions.
that participants need to fulfil based on the site and brief, and will evaluate each
submission accordingly.
Student award:
Participants are advised to research both the working site and previous similar
case studies as part of the design process. 1 Consultative jury panel will produce a shortlist of 40 from all submitted
student entries.
STONE BARN MEDITATION CAMP is a competition which encourages 2 Consultative jury panel will select 9 competition finalists from the
participants to experiment with the limits of architecture. The jury may choose shortlist.
to reward projects that show extreme creativity in this area, even if they breach
any of the rules, so long as its justified. 3 Core jury panel will evaluate the 9 finalists and select the winning
project.
Green award:
3 Core jury panel will evaluate the 9 finalists and select the winning
project.
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COMPETITION MEDIA ARCHITECTURE
DOCUMENTATION PARTNERS STUDENTS
Following information is available for download on A full list of media partners who have committed to Bee Breeders architecture competition organisers
stonebarnmeditationcamp.beebreeders.com: present the competition winners in their publications would like to hear from representatives of universities,
can be found at schools, and colleges offering architecture/design
Full competition brief
stonebarnmeditationcamp.beebreeders.com studies.
Site and context photographs
CAD and PDF site plan and sections For potential media partners who are also interested in Contact us to receive special student rates for group
covering the competition and its winners, please registrations (discount applies for 3+ registrations from
3D site model
contact us on hello@beebreeders.com one university/school) and to receive further
information and support for getting your students
All information can be downloaded as often as
Competition press kit and banners are available on involved in architecture competitions.
required; no additional information or material will be
provided after registration. stonebarnmeditationcamp.beebreeders.com/press
Send us request from your university email address
along with basic information about yourself and your
The brief and all associated documentation for this
university/school.
competition are for the sole purpose of an academic
exercise and are not legal documents.
Please note that only recognized university staff can
apply for the reduced student rate.
The provided materials can be used or alternatives can
be created or sourced at the participant's discretion.
ELIGIBILITY
Competition is open to all. No professional qualification
is required. Design proposals can be developed
individually or by teams (4 team members maximum).
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Full Competition Terms & Conditions:
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