Kinetic Series Balance Stones

Balance Stones

Objects for mindful balancing and contemplation

The Story

These stones emerged from a fascination with the ancient practice of stone balancing, but reimagined for contemporary contemplative practice. Unlike traditional meditation objects, these are designed to be handled, stacked, and rearranged as part of a mindful routine.

The first prototypes were too uniform, lacking the subtle variations that make balancing genuinely engaging. Through multiple iterations, I discovered that slight asymmetries in weight distribution create the most satisfying balancing challenges—difficult enough to require attention, simple enough to achieve success.

Each set contains three stones that work together in various combinations. The largest provides a stable base, the medium serves as either foundation or top piece, and the smallest offers delicate finishing possibilities. Together, they create countless balancing opportunities.

Made from locally sourced river stones, each piece is hand-shaped and weighted to create unique balancing dynamics. No two sets behave identically, making each collection a distinct contemplative tool.

Materials & Construction

Primary Material River Stone
Finish Natural Polish
Weight Range 180g - 320g per set
Stone Count 3 pieces per set
Size Range 4cm - 9cm diameter
Creation Time ~6 hours per set

Each stone is carefully selected for its natural balance properties, then hand-shaped using traditional stone-working techniques. The surfaces are polished to a smooth, tactile finish while preserving the natural character of the stone.

Weight distribution is subtly adjusted during the shaping process to create engaging balance points. The finish is achieved through progressive polishing, creating surfaces that feel pleasant to handle repeatedly.

Living With It

These stones invite slow, meditative interaction. Some people use them as a morning ritual, creating different balance configurations to center themselves for the day. Others keep them on a desk for brief contemplative breaks during work.

There's no correct way to arrange them—the practice is in the attempting. Each attempt at balance requires present-moment attention, naturally quieting mental chatter and creating space for clarity.

The stones weather beautifully, developing a patina from handling over time. They can be displayed when not in use, serving as sculptural objects that hint at their interactive nature.

Edition Details

Forty sets were created between October and December 2024. Each set is numbered and includes stones that have been specifically matched for complementary balancing dynamics.

Total Made 40 sets
Available 17 remaining
Price ₹ 8,750
Completion Date December 2024

This collection is still being created, with new sets becoming available as they're completed. Each set is tested for balanced dynamics before being offered.