The Journal
Designing Spaces for Elevated Living
The Essentials
for Fine Living
Michael Vallese
"Form follows feeling. Feeling creates evolution."
A study of spatial experience and the essential elements that create meaningful, livable environments — defining the principles that elevate everyday living.
Contents
01
The Drama Spot — Focal Point, Meaning, Ambience
02
The Cozy Spot — Proportion · Intimacy · Rest
03
Dynamic Circulation — Movement, Flow, Breathability
04
Expressive Entry — Arrival · Identity · Invitation
05
The Natural Element — Landscape · Light · Harmony
06
The Sensual Element — Texture · Light · Spirit of Place
07
Art of Healthy Materials — Palette, Sustainability, Craft
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Future Vibrant
Wellness and Architecture
Michael Vallese, AIA LEED AP
"Just as a pen feels right in the hand, architecture should feel effortless within our daily lives — opening us to something higher."
An exploration of architecture as a catalyst for wellness, sustainability, and human connection — through design thinking, sensory experience, and timeless principles.
Contents
01
Livability, Wellness and Architecture
02
Design Thinking, Pragmatics and Process
03
Inspiration and Building Vibrancy
04
Elemental Harmony and the Future
05
Conclusive Workbook for Experimentation
Authored works & explorations.
A collection of authored works exploring the intersection of art and science, form and function, and the evolving relationship between humans, space, and nature.
"Architecture creates a place for Presence to settle in."
"Evoke leisure, mystique, atmosphere"
"Expressing the Joy of luxury Architecture."
Future Vibrant
Short film
Vitalogy
Conversations
Studio Diaries
Process & making
Moving image & voice.
Films, conversations, and studio diaries that bring the philosophy to life.
