For forever, I only knew the simple basics of horoscope culture, mostly associating certain signs with their iconic images, and occasionally interested in reading a little deeper into my own. As the supernatural culture of crystals, sage bundles, and palmistry makes it’s way into a more mainstream light, I’ve found myself gravitating toward digging a little deeper into the characteristics & traits associated with the zodiac, clinging to certain online articles & thrifted books explaining the chart flow & relationship to our seasons. I am challenging myself to write a post akin & inspired by each zodiac sign of the year. Today we begin with Pisces.
Characteristics trademark to Pisces: “Of the three sign types (cardinal, fixed, and mutable), you’re mutable, meaning you adapt easily to new challenges but can have trouble settling into a routine. Neptune, the planet of spirituality, rules your sign. It’s like a secret superpower, giving you a strong sixth sense and desire to be part of something bigger than you.” My Domaine
Here’s my attempt to connect the zodiac + design dots. Along with featuring rad as hell living styles & scenarios, I want to showcase design perspectives carrying similar traits to our current zodiac calendar. Since Pisces is a water sign, and connects naturally with the adaptable & fluid nature of water, houseboat architecture seemed like an obvious choice. Plus this gave me an opportunity to dig a little deeper into the bohemian culture & design behind the cabin doors.
Did you know this boat, along with many many others, have been stationed on the Amsterdam Canal for over 100 years? WHOA! Travel goals..
The Netflix series, Stay Here, came our a couple years ago, and I remember binging it, TOUGH… I think my Genevieve Gorder Trading Spaces quota had been expired for far too long. If you haven’t watched, please do! Her natural sense of style & personable way of relating to the aesthetic choices she makes is sure to radiate & inspire! Here is a houseboat she transformed into a playful, Scandinavian Airbnb during the first episode.
Houseboats have a natural way of letting you appreciate every square inch of the space you’re surrounded in. The long narrow cabin is flooded with natural light streaming in from every wall space, including the ceiling. This, along with their often unique , open concept floor plans host a trademark cozy-factor tenfold to any landlocked home.
Generous, amiable, & positive-natured, Pisces season is here to remind us to take it easy, go with the flow, and challenge yourself to relate more openly to your surroundings. Stay curious & trust your intuition!
xo, Jordan