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Australia's
Leading Provider of Eco-Spiritual Workshops
Gudhara
Holistic Sanctuary
Southern Highlands
P: 0403 203 963
(9am to 5pm Mon-Fri)
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Architecture
of Power and Light
Weekend
Residential Workshop 26 - 27 November 2011
11 Formal Hours for Registered Architects as a CPD Activity
Have you ever walked
into a building and been struck by the power and energy of the space?
Everything seems to be in the right place and filled with an intangible
character that cannot be described in words. Architectural masterpieces
throughout the ages were filled with such quality which both heightened
the senses and exalted the spirit.
Description
Architecture of Power and Light is a weekend residential workshop to explore
design techniques to create spaces that empower the spirit. It will draw
on contemporary and ancient techniques of developing space which have
a significant impact on our experience as a designer. Those who encounter
the space will also be profoundly moved.
Consciousness will
be used as a constructive tool in apply feeling, meaning and energy when
developing spaces to satisfy the spoken and unspoken requirements within
the design brief. The workshop addresses the role of the architect to
fulfil the spiritual component of the brief which encompasses client,
community and environmental needs and aspirations. It will incorporate
waysto raise awareness to expand vision in the design process.
Topics covered
Preparation of consciousness for undertaking design
Conception of the idea
Light as a tool for manifesting form
Yoga connection in the design process
Imbuing space with feeling tones
The weekend will incorporate presentations, group discussions, practical
design exercises and meditation. There will also be plenty of time for
informal exchanges with presenters and other participants.
Outcomes
A revitalised design process
Clearer sense of purpose as a designer
New set of design tools which can be practiced immediately
Opportunity to share with other professionals
Comments from previous participants
I did not know what to expect but feel very rewarded. The main thing
I liked was the reinforcement of meditation in the design process. (Architect)
Good for tapping into often forgotten senses, heightening awareness and
becoming aware of non-physical forces/powers. Confirming the 'power' of
design. (Architecture Student)
I felt stretched and challenged by most of the exercises and felt that
it opened up my willingness to express and reveal self in the design process.
I am very gratefull for the experience to meet someone who has incorporated
spirituality in their daily work. (Interior Designer)
Facilitators
Greg O'Donnell B. Arch (hon) is Director of Architecture of Spirit. Over
the last 25 years he has researched and developed the relationship between
eastern spirituality and architectural design. He draws from15 years experience
in running meditation ashrams in Australia and regularly visiting India
to cultivate his esoteric knowledge. Greg takes his clients through a
unique process including visualisations, mind mapping and energy assessment
to develop a deeper understanding of their core values and aspirations.
His projects include Shri Mandir Hindu Temple, Sydney Olympics Peace Pavilion,
North Sydney Olympic Pool and several retreat centres. Greg has lectured
on design at UTS, QIT, UNSW, Bombay School of Architecture and Environmental
Studies and is co-founder of Gudhara Holistic Sanctuary.
David Rapaport (B. Arch, B. Sc) is Director of Heartwood Consultants specialising
in ecologically sensitive alterations and additions to urban dwellings.
He has worked with, and for indigenous Australians and is also Director
of Emergency Architects Australia, a non profit voluntary organization
which assists with emergency relief and reconstruction programs in developing
countries within the Asia Pacific Region. David's life's work embraces
multi media artwork and installations, furniture design and sculpture
inspired by the Kabbalah (teachings of Jewish mysticism) and sustainability
principles. His recent works include the design of an outdoor meditation
circle to Kabalistic and Feng Shui principles and an enclosure for the
Tora (Jewish sacred book) at a Sydney Synagogue.
Registration and inclusions
The workshop will commence 9.30am Saturday 26 November and conclude 2pm
Sunday 27 November and will be located in the beautiful bushland retreat
centre in the Southern Highlands, NSW. Accommodation is in twin share
rooms or single rooms with ensuite. Meals are delicious organic vegetarian
cuisine with morning and afternoon teas included. For rates and registration
details see here. More detailed information on what to bring and directions
will be provided on registration. Register
here .
For transport to workshop
by train see
here.
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