3 tips for creating a space of faith and meditation at home


The expert explains how interior architecture can help connect residents with their religiosity

Each person has their own unique way of experiencing their spirituality, often guided by beliefs and life philosophy. In this sense, regardless of faith, it is important to have a quiet space in the home for reflection and connection with religion.




Thus architect Cristiane Schiavoni, of the studio that bears her name, which has already created projects that included these special corners for prayer or meditation, explains how interior architecture can collaborate. Watch!

1. Understand the customer’s desire

With her experience in designing solutions, the professional says that it is normal for clients to not feel comfortable communicating their desire to have a space dedicated to their religion. But since the relationship established during the execution of the projectit is possible to learn more about people’s most intimate lives.

“Overall, they [clientes] they become more reserved. However, as our relationship grows in trust and we learn more about your tastes, these conversations happen naturally. In this way we build these important spaces together,” says the architect.



2. Place for special corner

He also points out that this location does not have to be large and can be located at different points in the project. “Discreet or more evident, there is always a way of being close to what can be interpreted as a connection with faith”, says Cristiane Schiavoni.

The location can be both space social or in the private wing of the address and this decision depends exclusively on your customer. “For those looking for a contemplative moment in their day, my proposal is that it be a more private place suitable for concentration”, she analyzes.



3. Suitable lights

Lighting is also an important point to consider. For this reason, specifies the architect lamps and lamps with warm white color temperatures (2400K to 3000K), indirect lights and domed pieces, such as lampshades and sconces, which support well-being.

By Emanuele Almeida

Source: Terra