Dawn light in Xian yoga studio hand wraps

Pale morning light spills across the polished concrete floor of a yoga studio in Xian, illuminating rows of wooden cubbies holding rolled hand wraps. The early spring air leaves the room quiet before the session begins. Each compartment contains neatly stacked white and blue fabric strips, their edges sharp against the dark wood grain. Small highlights dance on the glossy floor surface where the light strikes directly. A wooden beam with traditional Chinese joinery runs along the upper wall, against the modern, minimalist storage units. The light casts long, soft shadows from the cubby dividers, showing the depth of the storage. One red tassel hangs loosely from the corner of the nearest compartment, resting against the white fabric.