Marrying the ancient techniques of meditation with modern design and architectural innovations creates a wide array of ideas for converting one's physical space into a haven from the chaos and frenzy of the daily grind.
Sample chapters include: A Blank Canvas: Just as one of the basic disciplines in meditation is to clear the mind, these spaces present the minimum to the senses, with the emphasis on colours, tones and perspectives that soothe and reduce tension.
Connecting with Nature: Natural materials, including wood, stone, water, earth, canvas and plants establish a calming link with the underying essense of the environment. Nature is a fundamental source of spiritual well-being, and some of these spaces use its elements as icons, whether a particularly beautiful naturally shaped stone as a focus of meditation, or the trickle of water through a bamboo pipe into a stone basin.
