http://cozycomforts.net/working-in-virtual-space/

working in virtual space

Virtual space is no longer just a toy for nerds with headsets, but a continent in the making. Anyone who enters it quickly realizes: this isn't about pixels, but about possibilities.

Imagine a marketplace that never closes. Service providers no longer advise their clients amidst filing cabinets and fluorescent lights, but in designed, interactive environments. Workshops take place in spaces tailored to the topic. Education becomes accessible. Collaboration becomes a tangible, spatial experience. Expertise is given a platform – without travel time, without expensive infrastructure, without geographical boundaries.

At the same time, galleries are emerging where art is not just viewed, but experienced. Digital works don't hang on walls; they react, change, and invite immersion. Artists reach an international audience, independent of square footage and rental prices. Visitors move through curated exhibitions, speak directly with the artists, purchase works, and use them immediately. Art becomes global, interactive, and economically independent.

Products are also being reimagined. Virtual shops are not mere display windows, but experiential spaces. Clothing, furniture, scripts, entire design worlds – everything can be viewed, tested, and used immediately. Creatives build their own brand, develop their identity, and tap into a market that transcends national borders. The currency is ingenuity.

And then there are the events: nightclubs without bouncers, concerts without travel, themed parties with guests from five continents. DJs spin records, performers experiment with space, light, and interaction. Community arises not despite distance, but through new forms of connection. Geography loses its power.

Those who delve deeper discover role-playing games and narrative worlds that are more than just entertainment. Quest-based stories, collaborative adventures, spaces that respond to decisions. Here, dramaturgy, design, and technology merge into experiences that truly engage people.

For over fifteen years, I have been designing and photographing such worlds. What sounds like technology is actually a discipline at the intersection of architecture, lighting design, and psychology. A virtual space only works when proportion, atmosphere, and function work together seamlessly. Textures, light sources, and spatial depth are not mere effects, but tools for creating presence. The goal is always the same: the viewer shouldn't just watch, but step inside.

I find collaborating with game designers particularly appealing. The gaming industry is growing rapidly, but growth alone doesn't create an experience. A good gaming environment must be aesthetically pleasing and, at the same time, functional from a gameplay perspective. It must provide orientation, spark curiosity, and evoke emotions. This is precisely where the magic happens: when spatial design becomes a silent storyteller.

Interior designers and decorators also benefit from this way of thinking. Digital 3D models make it possible to precisely visualize visions before the first stone is laid. Clients don't just see plans—they move through their future spaces. Decisions become clearer, processes faster, and misunderstandings less frequent.

For real estate agents, virtual tours open up a new dimension of presentation. Prospective buyers experience a property realistically without having to be physically present. This saves time, expands reach, and significantly increases the appeal of an offering. A space that resonates emotionally doesn't sell through data, but through the impression it makes.

Virtual worlds are not a replacement for reality. They are an extension. An experimental field. A laboratory for ideas. Those who design them work at the intersection of creativity and future technology. The boundaries are not technical, but conceptual.

The question is no longer whether these spaces are relevant. The more compelling question is: Who designs them—and with what ambition?

Okay we're finally all moved into our new house in real life and what a job it was!! But now I have had the time to upload all the stuff I made in Meshy before I went to "radio silence" because I'm back and building again. I've made a lot of really cute Valentines items which you can see in the picture and these things are available in the landing point to our mall. There are other Valentine's items in our Holidays & Seasons area which you can find using the telepad system. Enjoy the new items and HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO YOU ALL! Blessings and much love, Lavia!

っ◔◡◔)っDJ Annelie at Club Jungle on Thursday's!

Join us every Thursday for great selection of tunes spun by our very own Dj Annelie and supporting her as her host will be Faith

*~* Thursday's 10am -Noon Grid/PST/SLT*~*

Genre: Party Mix
Attire/Stye of Dress: Casual

Region Rating: M

hop://hg.twiztidtimezgrid.com:8602/Jungle%20Fever/126/64/2...

SINGER MAVENN NOW TILL 11 AM GRID TIME LIVE FROM CANADA , Come and join us for 1 hour of amazing Blues , Mavenn is one of the best Blues Singers there is on opensim . Everybody is welcome, you like live music, this is the time to hear some .

💥 DeadPoolDance 💥

If you haven't tried them yet... now's the time! 😏

Dances inspired by the energy, irony, and unmistakable style of the legendary anti-hero.

Explosive moves, a rebellious attitude, and pure adrenaline.

🎥 Watch the demo video:
https://www.tiktok.com/@sciattisi/video/760589468484144667...

💃 Then come to Grid to try them live!
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopAnimation/57/175/21

🎸 DJ Yana Spins Today — Classic Rock & Chaos-Proof Umbrellas Required!

Ladies and gentlemen, rockers and breakfast lovers…
DJ Yana is taking over the rooftop stage today with a storm‑proof set of classic rock that will shake the clouds harder than the weather forecast ever could.

The meteorologists (who clearly never partied with us) are predicting a few showers, so bring your umbrella, your attitude, and maybe a towel if you dance like you mean it.

But don’t worry, even if the sky cries a little, we’ve got the cure:
the best breakfast you’ve ever had, served hot, fresh, and with zero judgment about what time you woke up.

So climb up to the rooftop, grab a seat, grab a plate, and let DJ Yana blast you into a better mood.
Rain or shine, we’re rocking.

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/32...

🎸 DJ Yana Spins Today — Classic Rock & Chaos-Proof Umbrellas Required!

Ladies and gentlemen, rockers and breakfast lovers…
DJ Yana is taking over the rooftop stage today with a storm‑proof set of classic rock that will shake the clouds harder than the weather forecast ever could.

The meteorologists (who clearly never partied with us) are predicting a few showers, so bring your umbrella, your attitude, and maybe a towel if you dance like you mean it.

But don’t worry, even if the sky cries a little, we’ve got the cure:
the best breakfast you’ve ever had, served hot, fresh, and with zero judgment about what time you woke up.

So climb up to the rooftop, grab a seat, grab a plate, and let DJ Yana blast you into a better mood.
Rain or shine, we’re rocking.

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/32...

Bonjour.
Avant toute modification de votre terrain, pensez à tout bien ranger.
bonne journée
*********
Hello.
Before making any changes to your property, remember to tidy everything up. Have a good day
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Hallo.
Bevor Sie Änderungen an Ihrem Grundstück vornehmen, denken Sie daran, alles aufzuräumen.
Einen schönen Tag noch.

Its,for sure, not the best one,really not, but perhaps still something for formula one or fast furious lovers? From the distance it still looks ok...I place him at the entrance of Its a mad,mad,mad,mad world (Mousetrap sim). (Teleporter)! copy,mody,trans!

Reborn und Waifu - neue Outfits zum verlieben

Reborn hat die Garderobe wieder einmal großzügig aufgefüllt: Acht neue Outfits sind eingezogen, und sechs davon stehen auch der Waifu so gut, dass sie vermutlich schon heimlich Selfies macht.

Die Auswahl reicht vom beinahe‑nicht‑vorhandenen Microbikini bis zum Abendkleid, das beim Betreten des Raums automatisch einen leichten Windstoß verlangt.

Kurz: Ein kleines Modespektakel für alle, die gern zwischen ‚frech‘ und ‚fabelhaft‘ wechseln.“

Alina Vehicles :: Opensim's largest Vehicle Store.

hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Alina's%20Vehicles/369/301/22

Cars of all kinds trucks and Buses, RV's, So much more

hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Alina's%20Race%20Vehicles/934/174/22

All Race cars, F1, Nascar, Indi, Prostock, Touring Cars.

hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Drive/418/642/22

Driving for everyone, choose and TP to your track, road, or Circuit. Rez your own vehicle or drive one thats there.

Hot rods, Monster Trucks, Classic Car, Modern Cars,
Indy, Touring cars, Pro Stock cars, F1 cars. ALL DRIVEABLE
Semi Truck, Full Size Rigs, Semi Trailers

2 Regions of vehicles approximately 800 to 900 different vehicles in stock +

Additional Region dedicated for your driving experience, buy or rez your own vehicle

Easy Region Teleporter for easy access or take a segway ride at your leisure

Lots of new things to see i cant list all here.so come over and find things you didnt think you needed

All vehicles drive unless stated

All vehicles can be altered or modified should you need, adjustments or additions happily done on request..

Dear Christine70, Anna70, spy Girl, LittleBit

I need to address the ongoing issues that have been affecting Gentle Fire Grid. The conflicts we’ve experienced are not caused by the grid, its staff, or its members. They stem from repeated behavior that creates unnecessary disruption — raised voices, arguments, and confrontational reactions when others do not respond the way you expect.

You have also directed frustration toward the grid and its members and then shifted to other grids while speaking negatively about Gentle Fire. Shortly afterward, you returned and acted as if nothing had happened. This pattern has created confusion and conflict within the community.

It is also important to be honest about the situation with JW. The tension in that situation was created by your own actions and statements, not by Gentle Fire Grid. The same pattern occurred when you spoke negatively about Digi World and its owner and fanny and then returned there as if nothing had happened. These contradictions have contributed to ongoing conflict and mistrust.

Because of these repeated incidents, we must now set clear boundaries. Your behavior has consistently caused conflict, and as a result, you will longer be allowed to return to Gentle Fire Grid. This decision is final and is being made to protect the peace and wellbeing of our community.

We encourage you to find a place where you feel comfortable and can DJ or participate respectfully, without pressuring others to attend your events or engage in situations they do not wish to be part of. (For another Grid be aware) (she Is gaslighting and narcissistic)

♥ Grand Opening ♥ Crystal Grid Ballroom ♥
Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to a place where the sky is not above us… but dances with us.
Tonight, at 13.00 SLT, we proudly inaugurate the Crystal Grid Ballroom, a space that is not merely architecture, but vision.
Lift your eyes: a constellation of stars embraces us, transforming this hall into an intimate universe suspended between dream and reality.
At the center, a majestic light like a full moon watches over us, radiating harmony.
Beneath it, the polished floor reflects every movement, as if each step were destined to leave an eternal trace.
The elegant arches surrounding us speak of prestige and grandeur.
The greenery that adorns them breathes life into the space.
And at the far end, that deep red curtain… a promise of music, passion, and living art.
The Crystal Grid Ballroom was created to be a sanctuary of romance and beauty.
Here, hands will intertwine, glances will meet, and emotions will ignite.
Here, music will not simply be heard it will be felt.
Every event that comes to life upon that stage will tell a story.
Every dance upon this luminous floor will become a silent dialogue between hearts.
Every reflection of light will be a fragment of shared magic.
This evening at 13:00 SLT, under the elegant artistic direction of Luna Nera, the ballroom will take its very first breath. Its first heartbeat. Its first memory.
We warmly invite you to join us in great numbers, for the true magic of this place comes alive through your presence, your energy, and your spirit.
To honor the refinement and majesty of the Crystal Grid Ballroom, formal and elegant attire is kindly requested.
Let your garments reflect the brilliance of the stars above us and help make this evening truly unforgettable.
The Crystal Grid Ballroom is an invitation to experience art, to celebrate love, to surrender to music beneath a sky of stars.
May this be only the beginning of countless extraordinary nights.
Welcome to the light.
Welcome to the dream.
Welcome to the Crystal Grid Ballroom.
NEW LIFE ITALY

SAVE THE DATE! GRAND OPENING!! of HOTEL CALIFORNIA featuring CLAN and the BAND LIVE! Friday at 1pm. Following will be Greedy at the new Pavilion surrounded by Luxury Cabanas and turquoise waters.
Saturday at 11am CLAN ESCOTIA will perform LIVE with a new set of amazing songs. Following will be a VALENTINE'S DAY GRAPE STOMPING PARTY at the CALIFORNIA VINEYARD WINERY! Check out the Wine tasting area!
The ZELLCAM will be on...Bring your smiles and dancing shoes!

**Heads Up - Upcoming Big Event**

February 17 – Mardi Gras Celebration
Starts at 11:00 AM (Grid Time)

Featuring live performers:
• Arvorie Verde
• MrMikie String

Plus party music with DJ NAYA to keep the celebration going!

Come dressed up, enjoy the shows, and dance the afternoon away at The Veranda on the Alternate Metaverse Region.

Hop:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/53...

🌙 Global Loving‑Kindness Meditation – Wednesday Evening

SL Grid Time / Pacific Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM PT


Wednesday eveninig we join the Global Loving‑Kindness Meditation, together with the Vipassana monks who walked all the way from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington D.C. in a journey of peace, compassion, and unwavering dedication.

Please remember: no shoes are allowed inside the Dhamma Hall.
Enter with quiet steps and a peaceful heart.

We honor these Vipassana meditators, the monks, and the teachers who guide this practice.
We offer special gratitude to Aloka the rescue dog, whose strength, devotion, and tireless work helped make this gathering possible.

Wherever you are, however your day has been,
you may breathe, soften, and arrive fully in this moment.

May all beings be safe.
May all beings find rest.
May all beings receive love.

May the peace carried on their long walk,
the peace cultivated in their silence,
and the peace we create together tonight
spread across the world like a gentle light.

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Samsara/128/128/2

13th February – Save the Date!

Join us for a Pre-Valentine’s Special Event
Coming SOON to Paris on AMV

A morning of love, music, and romance in the city of lights,
starring THREE amazing DJs bringing the vibes from 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon.

Let the countdown to Valentine’s begin…


hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Creative%20Landform/441/...

Werde zur Legende von Fairytale!

In den Schatten unserer Welt wurden Helden geschmiedet. Die Ehrentafel füllt sich mit den Namen derer, die Mut bewiesen und die gefährlichen Prüfungen der Quest erfolgreich bestanden haben. Sie haben das Unmögliche gewagt und ihren Platz in der Geschichte von Fairytale sicher.
Doch die Chroniken sind noch nicht abgeschlossen.
Bist auch du ein Held? Schlummert in dir die Tapferkeit, dich den kommenden Gefahren zu stellen? Die Tore stehen offen und das Abenteuer wartet auf jemanden wie dich.

Komm nach Fairytale, bestehe die Quest und verewige deinen Namen auf der Tafel der Helden!

hg.lifehaven.ch:8002:FairyTale

Coming Live from the UK, I am DJ Debbie Phoenix, Starting at 2am,I am here to entertain you, Bringing you a fun filled mix of upbeat music, Live from the Party Stage of AMV! come on over for fun, laughs and banter! Request Line's Always Open

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/36...

*** NEW RELEASE*****
SPECIAL EEP SKY SET - NORTHERN LIGHTS

Bring the awe-inspiring beauty of the Aurora Borealis to your OpenSim region!

This ready-to-use EEP sky pack includes **two stunning versions**:
* **Northern Lights (ST):** A static, always-visible sky.
* **Northern Lights (TZ):** A dynamic sky that appears **only during region night-time** for perfect immersion.

**Easy to apply** to your parcel or entire region in just a few clicks. Perfect for creating a magical, Nordic, or simply breathtaking atmosphere.

**See the shimmering lights from the North side of your region.**

--- AVAILABLE FOR FREE AND FULL PERM AT EEP STORE (BOX 08 or use Teleport "EEP" as destination)
PS. Pine trees on pic not included - for these go to SIM FLORA
PS. Picture taken from my SIM NORGE.
✨ Enjoy!

Wes Borland, der markante Gitarrist von Limp Bizkit, hat ein deutliches Zeichen gesetzt

In einer Zeit, in der soziale Medien oft als Schlachtfeld für politische Überzeugungen dienen, hat Wes Borland, der markante Gitarrist von Limp Bizkit, ein deutliches Zeichen gesetzt. Mit einer direkten und unmissverständlichen Botschaft wandte er sich an seine Anhängerschaft und löste damit eine hitzige Debatte über die Rolle von Künstlern im politischen Diskurs aus.

Den kompletten Überblick von Franz Lemmler gibt es jetzt auf Xenopolias > https://wp.me/pfapSM-2bK
All articles on Xenopolias are available in all common languages.

OpenSimulator ActivityPub Bridge - A lightweight, database-driven ActivityPub implementation designed for OpenSimulator grids, with first-class support for system actors, groups, and federated posting without requiring OpenSim C# modules, sidecars, or viewer changes.

This project focuses on simplicity, deployability, and compatibility with existing OpenSim + MariaDB setups. (should also work with MySQL if you run the oracle software)

Tested with Forte v26.2.4, Streams v26.2.10, Hubzilla v11.0 (but should work with any AP capable software like Mastodon, Lemmy, etc)

It will verify RFC 9421 sigs if used by remote, but this software only signs with Cavage / V1 signatures.

At this stage it posts group notifications to the social web. It has the capability to inbox/outbox messages for grid users however not yet implemented until I decide on a intuitive way to do it.

https://codeberg.org/fionasweet/OS-AP

Edison Rex and Steamy Steamison’s 8th Year Anniversary is being celebrated March 1st, 3pm to 6pm GT/SLT at equinoxgrid:8002:Steampunk Festival.
equinoxgrid.com:8002:EQG Steampunk Festival
https://www.equinoxgrid.net/wpWebsite/index.php/event/ed-n...

✨ February Group Gift at Samsara – “The Buddha Scene” ✨

For February, Samsara offers a peaceful new group gift on the AMV grid: The Buddha Scene.
This detailed décor piece brings a calm, spiritual atmosphere to any space, centered around a serene Buddha figure and a tranquil ritual setting. It’s designed to add a sense of stillness, balance, and quiet beauty to your home or meditation area.
Group members can pick it up in‑world throughout February.
Enjoy the serenity it brings.

Do not search too hard.
In Samsara, gifts reveal themselves when the traveler simply walks with presence.

✨ How to Find the February Gift, The Path of Samsara ✨

From the landing point, turn left and let the wind guide your first steps.
Walk across the open meadow, where every blade of grass remembers a story from a life before.

Ahead, the green bridge awaits, a passage between cycles, a small crossing from the seen to the unseen.
Step over it with calm intention, and continue straight along the path that unfolds before you.

A little further on, your February gift will be waiting,
quiet, patient, and exactly where it needs to be in this turning of the wheel.

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Samsara/736/479/22

💃 Heels Dance & Floorwork
Slow, intense, elegant movements.
Perfect for shows and hot moments 🔥

🎥 Full video here
https://www.tiktok.com/@sciattisi/video/760522180140414082...
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopAnimation/57/175/21

Join Virtual Worlds Education Consortium in OpenSimulator as we hold our inaugural Bonfire Chat on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10am grid time on Cookie II in Kitely!

We will talk about what educators find to be effective ways to deal with health and wellness education in OpenSimulator worlds (from the health sciences to wellness education and more), what educators may be personally be trying or wanting to explore now, and what areas encourage more exploration.

Tuesday, Feb 10th
10 am grid / PST
hop://grid.kitely.com:8002/Cookie II/186/209/24

DJ DragonLady - EARLY MORNING BREAKFAST SHOW at Party Stage on Alternate Metaverse : Tue 3rd Feb 6:00 AM to Tue 3rd Feb 8:00 AM
DJ DragonLady - Dragon loves gothic rock, her sets are lively and often feature the less well known european artists
DJ DragonLady Shinobiaa Carpenoctem, bringing you 2 hours of incredible danceable tunes! Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to The Party Stage at Alternate Metaverse
We are looking forward to seeing you all here :)
Party Stage
Alternate Metaverse is the new landing point, come and make new friends

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/35...

🔥 Nuovi Erotic Dance in grid 🔥

Se non li avete ancora provati,
su TikTok trovate il video dimostrativo 💃
Movimenti intensi, atmosfera sensuale, perfetti per coppie o show.

👉 Guardate il video… https://www.tiktok.com/@sciattisi/video/760516329705416629...
poi venite a provarli dal vivo 😉
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopAnimation/217/82/22

Boat buying made simple!

1. Find your boat style in the organized layout of 4 piers. Each pier offers a different style of boat.
2 Decide between scripted or no scripts.
3. Take a cruise on our test area with 200+ sims of open water.
4. Buy your boat
5. Come back to visit, sail anytime and bring your friends!

Azure Bay - the Marina made for YOU!

**Elide Skin FATPACK OUT NOW!**
A new skin fatpack, tailored/shown on CAMILA EvoX Head this time!
Again, bear in mind the tones do not necessarily match the body skin tones (leverage neck-fades and blenders!).
- Comes in 11 different tones
- Brow and browless options
- Includes brows and head shapes
- Comes with band-aid and 5 EvoX BoM eyeshadow add-ons

Taxi: hop://sanctumastra.com:8002/StarchildShoppe/115/173/27