A compelling feature for this issue would focus on , exploring how modern design is moving away from cold minimalism toward spaces designed specifically for tactile and emotional pleasure.
: Remote, "unplugged" locations that offer sensory overload through nature rather than technology. Pleasure – Nr 117
: Start with the concept of "Haptic Aesthetics"—the idea that we "feel" a space with our skin and emotions before we see it with our eyes. A compelling feature for this issue would focus
: Connect these physical spaces to the psychological structure of desire, exploring how our surroundings can act as a catalyst for personal joy and mental clarity. Alternative Feature: The Art of the "Slow Reveal" : Connect these physical spaces to the psychological
: Profile a visionary like Kengo Kuma (recently announced as the designer for the National Gallery's new wing extension ), focusing on his use of natural materials like wood and stone to create "breathing" environments.