Dome constructions
Meaning and symbolism of the name “I-Qi”
"I" — the harmony of a person's inner potential, his ability to accept, perceive and realize what life offers for development, experience and self-realization.
“Qi” — traditional East Asian concept of vital energy or life force. Within the symbolism of I-Qi, it represents movement, vitality, inner stability and harmony.
Construction I-Qi
- -1-Dome is aimed at:
- relaxation;
- reducing perceived tension;
- creating a sense of privacy and protection;
- supporting a sense of inner balance;
- reducing visual distractions;
- focused attention;
- creating a subjective sense of an enclosing or protective space;
- maintaining a calm state;
- supporting meditation, prayer, sound and breathing practices.
The dome does not “charge” a person by itself, but it can enhance the state of rest, concentration and recovery if the space is properly designed — with good light, air, acoustics, materials and in the right proportions.
- -2-The Egg-Shaped Form
The egg-shaped form is used to create a more enclosed environment that can help reduce external distractions and support concentration on breathing, reflection, prayer or meditation.
Because of its enclosed form and cultural symbolism, some people may experience the space as a “capsule” associated with privacy, protection, renewal or inner quiet. Individual experiences can vary.
Within bioenergetic and contemplative practices, the form may also be interpreted symbolically in relation to intuition and focused awareness.
It can therefore be used as an environment for meditation, relaxation, self-observation and focused attention, with individual experiences influenced by the form of the space, its symbolism, the surrounding conditions and personal expectations.
- -1-Form of a dome
The dome is one of the most harmonious and stable geometric shapes known to mankind. Since ancient times, it has been used in religious, public and residential buildings as a symbol of human integrity, unity and connection with the outside world.
At the level of perception, a domed space may evoke a sense of enclosure, stability and inner calm. Its smooth geometry and absence of sharp corners can create an environment suitable for concentration, reflection and contemplative practices.
Symbolically, the dome has long been associated with unity, order and wholeness. Within the Zerkala MG concept, these associations are used as part of the spatial design and the experience of the construction.
- -2-The Egg Shape — Symbolism of Inner and Outer Wholeness
Since ancient times, the egg shape has been perceived as a symbol of integrity, the origin of life and the harmonious structure of the world. In many cosmogonic traditions and legends of various peoples, it is from the egg that the universe, the Earth, or the first principles of existence are born. This image reflects the idea of the unity of inner and outer, spiritual and material, visible and invisible.
The egg symbolizes completeness, development potential and continuity of life. In many cultures, it is associated with ideas of rebirth, renewal, immortality and preservation of vitality. A special place is occupied by the image of the golden egg, which in myths and legends acts as a symbol of supreme integrity, protection and creative energy.
As a symbolic form, the egg is associated in many traditions with integrity, renewal, protection and the potential for development. In a spatial environment, its enclosed shape may also evoke a subjective sense of privacy, security and separation from external distractions.
Ku-Pol
Ku-Pol is a Zerkala MG construction that combines two spatial design systems — a dome and a system of cavity structures. The construction is designed as an environment for practices focused on relaxation, concentration, self-observation and reflective perception.
Within the Zerkala MG methodology, the dome and cavity elements are considered complementary: the dome creates an enclosed and visually unified space, while the cavity structures introduce additional geometric organization into the environment.
In such a system, a special environment is created in which a person can feel inner composure, security, restoration and strengthening of a vital resource. The dome shape works as a harmonizing shell, and the cavity structures act as guiding and reinforcing elements of the energy information flow.
Dome System Technology
The dome is a spatial form organized around a central axis. Its continuous curved geometry creates a visually unified and enclosed environment that can be experienced as stable, balanced and protective.
Domed forms have been used for centuries in sacred architecture, temples and contemplative spaces, where they often carry symbolic associations with shelter, unity and wholeness.
Within Ku-Pol, the dome is used to create an environment suitable for concentration, relaxation, reflection and other contemplative practices.
Technology of cavity structures
The term "cavity structure" comes from the word "cavity" — a dedicated volume inside a space bounded by a certain surface or system of boundaries.
The cavity structures include:
- honeycombs;
- pyramidal shapes;
- bundles of long hollow tubes;
- cellular and capillary structures;
- multi-channel volumetric shapes.
The design of individual cavity structures takes into account their geometry, material, orientation, angle, internal volume and position within the overall construction.
Combined Use of the Two Systems
When the Dome and Cavity systems are combined in Ku-Pol, they form a single spatial environment with different geometric and perceptual characteristics. The dome provides an enclosed overall form, while the cavity elements add internal structure and directional organization.
The resulting environment is intended for practices involving relaxation, focused attention, self-observation and contemplation. Individual experiences may vary depending on the person, the practice and the surrounding conditions.
Such a system can be considered as a tool for:
- meditation and contemplative practices;
- relaxation and rest;
- focused attention and intention-setting;
- self-observation and reflective practices;
- bioenergetic practices within the corresponding conceptual framework;
- personal goal-setting and planning.
Beyond their structural function, domes acquired symbolic meanings in different cultures. Their connection with the sky, enclosure and a central axis contributed to associations with unity, order, protection and the relationship between the earthly and the cosmic.
The geometry of a space can also influence the way it is perceived. Architectural and environmental studies explore how curvature, proportions, symmetry, scale and enclosure may affect visual preference, attention and the subjective experience of a space. Curved interiors, for example, can be experienced differently from environments dominated by straight lines and sharp angles.
Another area of interest within Zerkala MG is the use of cavity structures — geometric systems containing cells, channels, tubes or internal hollow volumes. Similar structural principles can be observed in nature in honeycombs, plant stems, cork and other cellular or tubular forms.
Human interest in such structures also has a long history. In the 17th century, Galileo Galilei discussed how hollow forms could combine low weight with structural strength. In 1665, Robert Hooke described the cellular structure of cork, comparing its organization with a honeycomb. By the beginning of the 20th century, honeycomb and cellular principles began to find practical applications in engineering, and later became widely used in aviation, architecture and materials science.
These engineering applications concern the mechanical properties of cellular structures and should be distinguished from later bioenergetic interpretations of cavity geometry.
In the 20th century, Russian entomologist Viktor Grebennikov proposed an unconventional interpretation of cavity structures, which became known as the Cavity Structures Effect. He associated particular arrangements of hollow and cellular forms with effects extending beyond their conventional mechanical properties. These ideas remain outside established modern physics and medicine, but became part of the historical background of alternative approaches to cavity structures.
Within the Zerkala MG project, dome and cavity forms are explored from several perspectives. Particular attention is given to their geometry, orientation, proportions, internal volumes, materials and arrangement within the construction, as well as to the way a person perceives and experiences the resulting spatial environment.
The Zerkala MG methodology also includes metaphysical and bioenergetic interpretations of these forms, including concepts related to energy flow, interaction with the surrounding space and the relationship between spatial geometry and human perception. These interpretations belong to the theoretical and methodological framework of the project rather than to established mechanisms of modern physics or medicine.
For us, the interest of dome and cavity constructions lies precisely at this intersection: architectural history, geometry, natural forms, engineering principles, human perception, historical hypotheses and experimental approaches developed within Zerkala MG.
Moscow, Russia
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