Garden Etiquette

March 31, 2026 · View on GitHub

This repository is a karesansui--a garden that expresses the universe through sand and stone.

For the full philosophy, see Karesansui Architecture

Principles

In karesansui: the stone is core function, sand patterns are invisible quality, accents are delightful details.

Discern the stone -- Question the essence; do not place a stone that cannot answer

Rake every sand pattern -- Invest time in invisible quality

Appreciate accents -- Welcome beauty that seems "wasteful"

Protect empty space -- Not placing is also a decision

Welcome in This Garden

  • Thoughtful dialogue
  • Beautiful code
  • Respect for "excessive" quality

Not Welcome in This Garden

Beyond disruptive behavior (harassment, trolling, personal attacks), the following values do not belong here:

  • "If it works, it's fine" -- A stone does not shine by merely functioning
  • "Quick profit" -- No one questions ROI in a hobby garden
  • "Eliminate waste" -- In this garden, sand patterns and accents are not waste

What the world considers right may not be welcome here.

Contact

For questions or concerns: contact@nullvariant.com

This garden exists for the satisfaction of its maker.

This is an original code of conduct based on the karesansui philosophy, inspired by but not adapted from the Contributor Covenant.

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