Building According to one Zodiac personal chart: Could It Be Meaningful?
- Alex Pepn
- Jan 11
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 11
By Alex The Builder Philosopher
15 January 2025
Building alone has its perks. It gives me time to consume podcasts and audiobooks, which, over time, has turned me into a sponge for knowledge. Last year, Spotify told me I’m in the top 2% of listeners worldwide with 498 hours consumed—covering a vast range of subjects.
A while back, I stumbled upon a podcast that pulled me into the depths of ancient history, and during a trip to Rome, my admiration for the feats of ancient builders only grew. Their infrastructure made me realize how far I have to go as a builder. The ancients didn’t waste energy on meaningless structures; everything they built carried a profound significance. Many of their creations were tied to celestial patterns. “As above, so below”—this phrase took on a new meaning for me.
Astrology, often dismissed today as entertainment, has ancient roots deeply intertwined with history, science, and spirituality. Civilizations across the globe—Babylon, Egypt, Greece, India, and China—incorporated celestial observations into their cultural and religious lives. From tracking agricultural cycles to exploring human destiny, their work reflects a belief that our lives are connected to the cosmos.
A Glimpse into Ancient Wisdom
The Cosmos as Order (The Republic): Plato’s works suggest that the movements of celestial bodies connect with human destiny. The "Spindle of Necessity" describes this interplay between the heavens and the Fates.
The World Soul (Timaeus): The universe was seen as a living being with a soul, crafted by a divine creator. Celestial bodies reflected divine reason and harmony, encouraging philosophical contemplation rather than rigid predictions.
I find myself inspired by these concepts, but like Plato, I’m skeptical of astrology as a deterministic tool. Instead, I see its potential to spark meaningful reflections and align with our pursuit of truth and purpose. In a way, I follow the same path that led Carl Jung to create the school of analytical psychology.
Structures of Cosmic Significance
Consider Stonehenge, the Egyptian pyramids, and Mesopotamian ziggurats. Their alignment with celestial events reveals precise astronomical knowledge. What if these structures were more than agricultural or religious markers? What if they could energize, heal, and uplift those within?
As a builder inspired by these questions, I wonder: Could we integrate cosmic purpose into modern construction? Could a house be designed to align with the stars and resonate with its inhabitants' spirits?
The Experiment: human design where materiality and spirituality converge
With your help, I’d like to explore this idea. Each month, I’ll post a house design inspired by the current zodiac sign. If you’re of the featured sign, I invite you to reflect: Does this house resonate with your spirit?
My first esquisse, Capricorn, will be published shortly.
Your public or private feedback will guide me in refining this concept of building with cosmic purpose—crafting spaces that harmonize with both individual and universal energies.
In the meantime, if you are curious about the process I used to come about my designs, follow the link below. However, this might not be for all readers as I will try to tie esotericism to the material world.
