From Essence to Form: The 7 Core Principles of Wabi-Sabi In the article Discovering the Profound in Wabi-Sabi Philosophy and Aesthetics, a foundational exploration of wabi-sabi, the metaphysical anchor is explored: the three core realities that nothing lasts, nothing is finished, and nothing is perfect. While these realities offer a profound philosophical lens for viewing existence,…
Interested in exploring the silent, weathered lanes of Athen’s hidden Cycladic sanctuary, Anafiotika, where the streets have no name? To reach it, you must first navigate the frantic energy of Athens’ oldest neighborhood, the Plaka. Clambering up the steep, stepped corridor of Mnisikleous Street, your senses are filled with the clatter of porcelain espresso cups,…
Wabi-Sabi. It is a peculiar name, but rather catchy and easy to remember. But what is it, exactly? In discovering Wabi-Sabi we need to go back to 14th century Japan when Wabi and Sabi were two distinctive concepts. Wabi was finding understated elegance, simplicity and freshness in a rustic or humble state. Sabi was the…