IN Conversation WITH
Sara Victoria
A Quiet Look at Rhythm
As the year unfolds, I've found myself returning to conversations centred around pace, rhythm and the quieter forms of restoration that often arrive when we finally allow space for them.
Sara Victoria's work moves between bodywork, design, architecture and astrology, yet a common thread runs through it all: an attentiveness to rhythm. Rhythm in the body, in materials, in space, and in the natural cycles that shape our lives.
Our conversation wandered through creativity, intuition, wellbeing and place, exploring the subtle ways environment influences how we feel and the importance of paying attention to what is often overlooked.
Some conversations stay with you long after they end. This was one of them.
The best work comes through effortlessly. Let it flow.
Sara Victoria — Fire Element (Sagittarius | Leo | Aries)
Sara approaches each of her practices with a deep attentiveness to the body, of place, of materials and of time itself. Astrology, for her, is not about spectacle or certainty, but another lens through which to observe patterns and cycles.
At Dunmore, 2026 is being guided by a simple intention: rest, reset and reconnect. Not as trends or resolutions, but as quieter considerations for how we live, work and restore ourselves.
As the pace of the year continues to unfold, we invited Sara to share her perspective on rhythm, restoration and what it means to move through life with greater awareness and less force.
On Work and Practice
To begin, how would you describe your work as it exists today?
Lately my work varies daily, from researching astral influences for astrology clients to smoothing out tension patterns through bodywork. I value spaciousness in my day. It is where clarity comes from.
I also spend time contemplating design projects and architectural ideas. Recently I’ve been exploring architectural walks focused on sustainability and civic architecture, while also working on a humble design project on a small plot of land.
Your work moves between bodywork, design and architecture. What holds these practices together for you?
Wellness is the driving force between all my practices. I’m drawn to what is organic and natural, stripping things back to their original form.
Vernacular architecture is an example of this thinking. I’m interested in the way materials, language and place evolve naturally rather than being imposed.”
Body, Space and Sensory Experience
Sara Victoria — Light on Nature (Leo | Taurus)
How did working closely with the body influence how you think about space and environment?
“My architectural studies were strongly influenced by phenomenology, an embodied way of understanding space.
It focuses on the spirit of place and on lived experience rather than purely functional design.
The materials we touch matter. I still remember the first time I slept in linen sheets in a villa in Tuscany. The texture, the environment, the experience, it stays with you.”
Astrology as a Lens
Astrology is not something you foreground, yet it appears quietly in your work. How do you relate to it?
“Astrology offers a way of understanding influences, past, present and future.
Many people think of astrology as the generalised horoscope in a magazine, but the personal birth chart is entirely different. It provides insight into timing, opportunities and areas of growth.
It is an ancient practice that many cultures consulted for important decisions.”
In your experience, what do people most often misunderstand about astrology?
“Many people associate astrology with the horoscope in a newspaper or magazine, but personalised birth charts are entirely different.
Astrology reminds us who we are individually. Exploring a chart more deeply can provide insight into periods of growth, challenge, health, opportunity and transition.”
Rhythm and Restoration
At Dunmore, we’ve been thinking a lot about pace and restoration that happens naturally when space is held. How does that resonate with your work?
“I really feel that the best work comes through exactly that, effortlessly. When we stop over applying and allow things to flow.
It is through those flowing rhythms that clarity emerges.”
Through your bodywork practice, what signs tell you someone is living out of rhythm?
“The breath. The way the body breathes reveals everything.
Often tension patterns appear in places connected to imbalance in someone’s life. It always comes back to the breath.”
Why do you think slowing the pace can feel unfamiliar for many people?
“When we slow down, feelings surface.
Connecting with breath allows the body to integrate what has been held or avoided. We have physical, emotional, mental and spiritual layers and they all influence each other.”
“The breath. The way the body breathes reveals everything.”Rest, Reset and Reconnect
Sara Victoria — Nature and 2 small birds (Taurus | Libra | Gemini)
From your perspective, what does restoration look like when it is not about fixing or improving anything?
“Slowing down. Nature. Rest. Healthy food and supportive relationships.
I also believe writing is powerful. Finding your voice and allowing yourself your own pace.”
When people feel depleted or disconnected, where does a genuine sense of return begin?
“Always nature. Reflection. Sometimes a therapeutic treatment.
Astrology can also provide understanding of what is happening in the bigger picture.”
Many people are travelling now not for stimulation, but for relief. What do you think certain places can offer that daily life often can’t?
“Nature experiences can be deeply restorative, especially for people living in cities.
Anything that reconnects the body to the earth or water can create a transformative experience.”
If someone is experiencing the year feeling tired rather than inspired, what would you gently remind them of?
“When we are weary or tired, there is often a deeper process unfolding.
Sometimes simply honouring how we feel allows the body to process what needs attention. Nature, rest or a retreat away can provide the reset someone needs.
Dunmore Farm was exactly this for me. After two nights of quiet retreat, I left feeling refreshed.”
Closing Reflection
For you personally, what does living in rhythm mean now?
“I have always aimed to integrate downtime with service and work. Balance has always been part of my understanding of wellbeing.”
If the year ahead was offering one quiet invitation, what might it be?
“The plot keeps calling me. I love the feeling of being beneath the laneway pine trees, with an inner excitement to create in new ways.”
Sara Victoria — The cow (Taurus)
In Conversation With is an ongoing journal series exploring rhythm, place and contemporary creative practice.