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Indigo: Meditation Mews

Richmond, Texas

Summary

Meditation Mews offers a serene sanctuary nestled within the vibrant rhythm of the Indigo neighborhood, a thoughtfully crafted space where residents can retreat, recharge, and reconnect with themselves and the natural world. Purposefully designed for quiet, contemplative activities such as yoga, reading, journaling, or mindful solo walks, the mews serves as a counterbalance to the more active, social areas of the community. It provides a calming presence, encouraging slower rhythms and intentional moments of stillness.

Section II Parks & Mews

What does a restorative landscape look like when it’s purpose-built for solitude, sensory engagement, and gentle movement?

Project Stats

Project Size:  

02.00 Acres​

Project Type: 

Community Amenity​

Parks & Open Space

Project Scope : 

Schematic Design

Through Construction​

Project Status: 

On The Boards

Client:

Meristem Communities​​

Collaborators : 

Dudley Engineering

Friendly Futures

GK Engineers

Odyssey Engineering

Sweeney & Associates

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Get Grounded

At the heart of the space lies a native rain garden, which not only supports local biodiversity and ecological function but also creates a beautiful, ever-changing focal point. An elevated boardwalk meanders through this lush, immersive landscape, allowing visitors to observe seasonal shifts in flora and fauna up close, all while treading lightly on the earth. The boardwalk’s gentle curves and natural materials invite slow movement and deep observation, fostering a sense of groundedness and connection.

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Complementing the rain garden are elements purposefully designed to support mindfulness and mental well-being. A minimalist zen garden offers a meditative experience through textures and patterns, encouraging tactile engagement and quiet focus. Nearby, a stone labyrinth provides a contemplative walking path that invites introspection and emotional clarity, echoing ancient traditions of meditative movement. These features are nestled within a richly planted landscape of native grasses, flowering perennials, and mature canopy trees, which together create a restorative microclimate filled with dappled light, soft breezes, and the subtle sounds of nature.

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Find Your Inner Calm

More than just a passive green space, Meditation Mews is a carefully curated environment that nurtures emotional resilience and inner calm. It reflects Indigo’s holistic approach to community design, prioritizing not just physical health and social connection, but also mental wellness and spiritual balance. In doing so, it becomes a treasured haven for residents seeking peace, perspective, and a deeper sense of belonging.

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