
Designing calm through color, light, and movement.
Serene Spiral is an experiential pavilion that explores how spatial form, color, and materiality can shape emotional well-being. Conceived as an immersive retreat, the project encourages visitors to slow down, disconnect from their surroundings, and engage with the environment through a carefully choreographed sequence of light, shadow, and movement.
Two interwoven curved walls guide circulation while framing changing views of the landscape and sky, creating moments of discovery throughout the journey. The pavilion transforms throughout the day as natural light interacts with translucent materials and color, demonstrating how environmental design can influence perception and create meaningful human experiences.
Serene Spiral
Scope:
Spatial Design
Environmental Experience
Color & Material Studies
Human-Centered Design
Location:
St. Louis, MO
Client:
Independent Capstone
Year:
2024



REFLECTION
Calming, quiet, and immersive.
Encouraging stillness and focus
ENERGY
Bold, dynamic, and intense.
Creating tension and movement
OPTIMISM
Warm, inviting, and open.
A sense of lightness and welcome











