vault-architect

Design Obsidian vault architecture with templates, Bases queries, and Chronos timelines.

2|Updated Nov 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/totallyGreg/claude-mp --skill vault-architect
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Skill: vault-architect
Source: https://github.com/totallyGreg/claude-mp/tree/main/plugins/pkm-plugin/skills/vault-architect
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/totallyGreg/claude-mp --skill vault-architect

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Organizes and standardizes Obsidian PKM vault design by providing a reusable framework for templates, Bases queries, Chronos timelines, and QuickAdd patterns, helping teams and individuals create scalable, job-agnostic information architectures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Centralized vault design patterns for templates, bases, and timelines.
  • Guides for migrating from Dataview to Bases, and for integrating Chronos timelines.
  • Ready-to-adapt frontmatter schemas, views, and example .base files to accelerate setup.

Quick Start

Define your vault goals and constraints, then apply the included design patterns to scaffold templates, Bases queries, and Chronos-based timelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about vault-architect

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I architect an Obsidian vault structure for scalable PKM?

To architect an Obsidian vault structure for scalable PKM, apply reusable design patterns that centralize templates, enforce frontmatter consistency, and scaffold Bases queries to create a job-agnostic information architecture.

How do I migrate from Dataview to Bases in Obsidian?

Migrating from Dataview to Bases in Obsidian involves replacing Dataview queries with ready-to-adapt .base files and Bases patterns, allowing you to maintain dynamic data views while standardizing your vault's query framework.

Does this Obsidian vault architecture framework support Chronos and QuickAdd integration?

Yes, this Obsidian vault architecture framework supports Chronos and QuickAdd integration, providing design patterns that combine temporal rollups, timelines, and automated entry capture within your vault context.

What is the best way to standardize frontmatter schemas across Obsidian templates?

The best way to standardize frontmatter schemas across Obsidian templates is to enforce frontmatter consistency through centralized templater patterns, ensuring all notes adhere to a uniform structure for reliable Bases queries.

Can I use these vault architecture patterns for team-wide knowledge management?

Yes, you can use these vault architecture patterns for team-wide knowledge management because they provide a job-agnostic organization framework designed to help both individuals and teams create scalable, cross-vault automation.

What are the limitations of building temporal rollups with Chronos in Obsidian?

When building temporal rollups with Chronos in Obsidian, limitations arise if frontmatter schemas are inconsistent, as Bases queries and timeline integrations rely on strictly standardized metadata to function correctly across the vault.