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 Inspiration was found in the genius loci of this region, known for both the elegance of its Renaissance villas and the rough-hewn farmhouses that date back to medieval times. ELLE Decor, 30 Nov. 2022 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
Noun
  • Those characteristics could make the biochar useful beyond fuel applications.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 June 2026
  • Though every case is unique, based on those that the NCMEC has tracked, there are some common characteristics among individuals who carry out fetal abductions, Steinbach says.
    Elizabeth Yuko, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • Sacramento County climate programs could face funding uncertainty as state officials sort out how Cap-and-Invest changes will affect revenue that supports local air quality, housing and transportation projects.
    Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
  • Topography and shifting climates had broken up these populations into different habitats, allowing each to evolve into distinct species.
    Torben Rick, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • The facilities also contribute to fossil fuel emissions, with Cornell University researchers estimating last year that AI growth could add 24 to 44 million metric tons of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere annually by 2030.
    Katie King, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2026
  • Adults can savor diverse cuisine at three restaurants—traditional, modern, and artisanal—while enjoying the resort's exceptional value and intimate atmosphere.
    Chelsea Adams, USA Today, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • Earlier this month in state Superior Court, a special servicer representing Fallas’ lender asked for a judicial foreclosure of the property, alleging that Fallas had stopped making payments on a $32 million loan dating to 2017.
    Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
  • Foreclosure proceedings began in August 2025, and the property was later approved for a public auction, NBC Connecticut reported.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • The ambiance is worth the visit alone, but the quality of the food and service really sets this place over the top.
    Sierra Vandervort, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
  • The new earbuds are designed to deliver natural ambiance with high-quality audio reproduction without the need for electronic pass-through modes.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • Serotonin is a neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation, sleep, appetite, memory and emotional processing.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • This vast ecosystem of bacteria and microorganisms within our intestines shapes our health in profound ways that go well beyond digesting food — our immune system, mood, cognition, metabolism and much more.
    Will Stone, NPR, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
    ABC News, ABC News, 20 June 2026
  • Other culinary additions also celebrate the modern, hyper-local flavors taking root across the archipelago.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • The American men appear to love playing in Seattle and who can blame whatever karma surrounds the national squad here.
    David Close, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
  • Believe in karma, basketball gods or neither.
    C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026

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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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