genius loci

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Recent Examples of genius loci The Design Of Elsewhere Designing for a specific place requires a specific kind of attention — an immersion in the genius loci that is the animating principle behind some of DesignAgency’s most celebrated work. — Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026 The attempt at a borghetto, a small village, half Tuscany, half Puglia maybe, a borghetto with no soul and no genius loci, a shitty place, a borghetto di merda. — Francesco Pacifico, The Dial, 9 Dec. 2025 These stories, embedded in the design, culture and essence of a destination, tap into the spirit of place, or genius loci, creating a narrative that resonates on a personal level. — Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer. — Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius loci
  1. characteristic
  2. climate
  3. atmosphere
  4. property
  5. ambience
  6. mood
  7. flavor
  8. karma
Noun
  • The resulting denim is rigid, thick, durable, and functional—even suitable for motorcyclists—with each piece showcasing its own unique characteristics.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Not every patient is a candidate, and suitability depends on individual hair characteristics assessed in person.
    — Burak Onal, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of characteristic
Noun
  • As the planet heats up and enters a new era of climate extremes, from deadly flooding to brutal heat waves, the spotlight should be on methane, according to Brownstein.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Drifting from place to place, swept up amid a roiling climate of anti-war protests, rebellion, free love, wild rock concerts, drugs and decadent parties, his desperate journey home becomes an awakening of heartbreak, loss and freedom.
    — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of climate
Noun
  • The back half of the album maintains this humid atmosphere but spasms into life.
    — Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Beyond this winter, research suggests extreme rainfall could become more common as climate change heats up the atmosphere.
    — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of atmosphere
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  • The Russian missiles that hit overnight across the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, damaged homes and commercial properties, triggering new power and water outages, national and city authorities said.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Eco effort The property holds Green Key certification and runs initiatives such as rainwater collection for irrigation, reduction of single-use plastics, composting partnerships, and sustainable sourcing of food and beverages.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of property
Noun
  • Nothing can up the ambiance on a front porch quite like flickering candlelight, and these decorative metal lanterns will keep it safe and contained, all while adding an elegant touch to any decor style.
    — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Still, formality is the order of the day, befitting the ultra-luxurious ambiance.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of ambience
Noun
  • Anya Taylor-Joy set the mood for the evening as the first arrival on the red carpet, where talent posed in front of Chris Burden’s famed public art installation, Urban Light.
    — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 8 Nov. 2026
  • With the mood set, our hosts, Stéphane Bern and Arianne Alcorta, both famous television personalities, kicked off the requisite jovial banter.
    — Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of mood
Noun
  • And it's got that real racing DNA flavor through it, with the old Audi Sport side coming through.
    — Morgan Korn, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • For example, the brand is already at work on a lemon-lime version — the original flavor of Gatorade.
    — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of flavor
Noun
  • Twenty-four hours earlier, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was talking karma, after his team battled back from 20 down to an overtime victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Over 10 years, he’s been taught to be skeptical that consequences or karma still exist for some.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of karma

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