Nebulae · The Shala

Nebulae Yogadeck

The heart of Nebulae — where architecture becomes atmosphere, and atmosphere becomes experience.

Heredia, Costa Rica · Open-air Shala · Yoga · Sound · Gatherings

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The Center of Gravity

A simple idea: a place to breathe.

Every ecosystem needs a center of gravity. Within Nebulae, that place is the Shala.

The original vision was surprisingly simple — a quiet place for yoga, reflection and wellbeing. Conceived by the founders as a personal sanctuary for practice and connection, it began as an intimate idea, rooted in the belief that architecture can hold presence, balance and meaning.

As Nebulae evolved, so did the space — a private retreat that slowly opened into a gathering place for a wider community.

Architecture that supports presence, balance, and meaningful experiences.

One Structure · Many Lives

By day, an open sanctuary.

The open structure blurs the line between architecture and landscape, letting light, air and the surrounding gardens become part of every practice. What begins as yoga at sunrise can become a creative workshop by afternoon — the space transforming gently with the hours.

By night, an immersive field.

As daylight fades, another dimension emerges. Architectural lighting and an integrated Funktion-One sound system turn the deck into a single, immersive experience where sound, light and architecture move as one.

From intimate celebrations to artistic gatherings beneath the stars.

The architecture remains constant, while the experience is always changing.

A Space to Be Felt

More than a place — a platform for possibility.

Surrounded by water, gardens and the wider Nebulae landscape, the Shala adapts organically to the people, energy and purpose of each gathering.

Yoga deck illuminated by architectural lighting at Nebulae

Open-air architecture of the Nebulae Yogadeck shala

Funktion-One sound experience under the Nebulae Yogadeck

Evening gathering at the illuminated Nebulae Yogadeck

Night lounge setting on the Nebulae Yogadeck deck

Immersive light installation on the Nebulae Yogadeck

Garden path leading to the Nebulae Yogadeck

Movement and practice in golden light at Nebulae Yogadeck

Celebration under the open-air Nebulae Yogadeck at night

Ceremony and gathering at the Nebulae Yogadeck

Nebulae Yogadeck at dusk surrounded by gardens

Architectural detail of the open-air Nebulae Yogadeck

The Nebulae grounds and Yogadeck in Heredia, Costa Rica

Nebulae Yogadeck reflected in water at night

An Experience, Not Simply a Place

Five ways the Shala comes alive.

Yoga & Wellbeing

Sunrise practice, meditation and breath in an open-air shala held by gardens and mountain air.

Sound & Light

A Funktion-One system and architectural lighting turn the deck into an immersive sensory field after dark.

Nature & Water

Surrounded by water, gardens and the Heredia highlands — the landscape is part of every experience.

Gatherings

Workshops, ceremonies, residencies, celebrations and cultural events — one space, endlessly adaptable.

Part of Nebulae

The center of gravity of the Nebulae ecosystem, where every experience connects.

Ideal for yoga retreats, wellness practices, workshops, ceremonies and gatherings meant to be remembered.

The Space

Designed as a platform for possibility.

The Shala unfolds as a flexible, open-air environment where wellness, creativity, learning, music and connection naturally converge. The architecture stays constant; the experience is yours to shape.

Within the Nebulae Universe

The Yogadeck is the heart of Nebulae — a multicultural center for architecture, sound art, yoga and hospitality in the hills of Heredia. Beyond the Shala, the ecosystem unfolds into design stays, art and gatherings.

Your Experience

Create your experience.

A sunrise practice, a workshop, a ceremony, or a celebration beneath the stars — the Shala is ready to hold it. Tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll shape it together.