Feng Shui 101

Feng Shui 101

Appearing on most major lifestyle magazines and on your favorite DYI show, feng shui has become a household name.  However, in actuality, feng shui is an ancient art that has been practiced for centuries in China.  Meaning “wind” (feng) and “water” (shui).  Feng shui is used by many to create a harmonious home, one that balances love, healthy, wealth and peace.  Its principles, rather strictly practiced, or practiced solely on a casual basis, can often complement any decorating style.  In addition, using feng shui techniques can potentially attract buyers by increasing the perceived value of your home.  The following are a few tips from experts as to how to harness the energy and vitality of feng shui in your home.

 

  1.  Create peace:  Place your bed to give you the widest view of the room.  Your bed shouldn’t be in direct line with the door.  Add color to your walls in a scheme that is both pleasant and inviting.
  2. Calming sounds:  Hang wind chimes outside your front door, or back patio, to create a soothing environment for arriving guests or long term occupants.
  3. Go with the flow:  Set a black or blue doormat at the threshold of your door to encourage good things to flow into the home, like water.
  4. Plants for energy:  In addition to bringing you joy, plants can generate healthy, positive energy.  Always plant live, living plants around your home.  When they die, be sure to pull them out immediately.
  5. Less is more:  Too much clutter can restrict the potential of a great room.  When arranging furniture, less is better.  This is especially true for homes on the market.
  6. Create positive impressions:  Keep countertops, closets and all living areas clean and free of clutter.  This creates a stress-free environment for you and all your guests (or potential buyers).   A well-ordered kitchen is the heart of a healthy home.
  7. Look overhead: Move beds, sofas, desks and tables from under any overhead beams to keep energy flowing.
  8. Writing on the wall:  Avoid having completely bare walls.  Group non-personal pictures or hang interesting art pieces in a diagonal or staggered pattern.  Art on the walls creates interest and helps to define space.
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