Feng Shui for an apartment or house: rules for planning and interior design
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The correct arrangement of feng shui items contributes to the improvement of the life of the owners of the premises, attracting prosperity and well-being to the house. To achieve such results, you should adhere to the rules of ancient Chinese technique.
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What it is?
The basis of this science is knowledge about the origin of Qi energy, which is able to give life. Essentially, Chi energy is a force that can pass through all things and fill them with life energy. Literally translated, the word "feng shui" means a combination of the words "wind-water".
According to ancient Chinese healers, Qi energy penetrates through the meridians, spreads the force to parts and organs. The health of any person depends on how energetic he is. This philosophy is based on the principles that arose in Taoist in the 5-6th century BC. BC, developed by the greatest Chinese thinker Lao Tzu.
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Divine energy spreads to all objects, exerting a great influence on them. It affects both the individual and the entire earth's surface.
A person spends most of his life in his home. How comfortable it is to be in this room depends on how correctly the furniture and objects are located there. It is not only the choice of beautiful furniture or decor items that plays a role here, it is also important their location in the room.
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Nowadays, more and more often you can hear that many are beginning to deal with the arrangement of premises, taking into account feng shui. According to the statement, it was the use of this technique that helped them achieve financial stability and well-being, thereby significantly improving their lives.Changing the layout of the room or simply purchasing the right amulet or talisman can help with this.
Applying the technique in practice and arranging feng shui things in the apartment, you should take into account the recommendations and tips. Following them, soon you can see the first results and changes in life for the better.
- One of the main recommendations for using the feng shui technique is to eliminate clutter. There should always be order and cleanliness in the house. It is worth doing wet cleaning, removing dust and dirt from all places where it is difficult to reach with your hand.
- When arranging furniture in a room, it is important to leave most of it unoccupied.
- Lovers of antiques and vintage items and furniture should be aware that they can carry negative energy.
- Each room should be used as intended. So, in the bedroom you should not put a TV, computer, choose bright colors. This leads to sleep disturbance and imbalance with the outside world.
- It is important to use the colors correctly in the room, because thanks to this, the balance of Yin and Yang occurs.
- When hanging decorations on walls, it is important to choose calm images. Paintings depicting pain and suffering are unlikely to bring peace and comfort to a home. It is important to remove any negative from the room and choose only those objects that will carry positive and charge with positive energy.
- Room lighting plays an important role. Open the curtains on a sunny day, allowing the sun's rays to fill the room with positive energy. In the dark, the room should be well lit with electric light. It is important that the area in front of the front door also remains illuminated.
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To equip an apartment or house according to the rules of feng shui, it is better to seek help from specialists in this field. You can also do it yourself if you study the basics of the technique.
We divide the house into zones
When arranging rooms in feng shui, it is important to take into account even the smallest details. Do not disregard the hallway, pantry, doors to rooms and entrance curtain. They accumulate energy of various kinds, which affects the well-being of the owners, their mood.
The room is divided into certain zones in the form of the Ba Gua octagon. As a result, there are 9 parts. One of them is located in the center, the rest of the parts will be located on the cardinal points. Ba Gua is placed, taking into account the plan of an apartment or house, exposing it to the cardinal points. Then they check which room the sector will fall into.
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Each zone in the room has its own purpose.
- The central area is considered a health zone, it is responsible for how the owners of the premises will feel. The earth is her element. When its energy is activated, the mood rises, and the state of health improves. To achieve this, ceramic, porcelain or crystal items should be placed in this area. These can be various figurines or souvenirs, as well as dishes. It is good to hang a crystal chandelier in this place. The color palette is chosen in yellow, brown and terracotta tones. To attract positive energy, bells or wind chimes are placed in the center.
A bowl of salt is placed in the center of the room and water is added to cleanse the zone of negativity. Then the container is removed, and the contents are poured out. To clean the room, use candles or aroma lamps, you can also use incense sticks.
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- In the southeast, there is a zone that symbolizes wealth. The symbol of the elements is a tree. To attract wealth and financial well-being, paintings are hung in the room depicting waterfalls, fountains, rivers or streams. This is the best place to place a houseplant in it, for example, a money tree. It is also recommended to put a small souvenir coin tree here. This is a great place to set up a goldfish aquarium.In this sector, a figure of Hotei, figurines made of wood and glass are often installed, and "wind chimes" are hung.
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- The East symbolizes the family sector, its elements are wood and water. In this place, photographs, family relics should be brought, as well as houseplants should be placed. Also, statuettes or other objects with the number "3" are placed here. These can be photographs in the form of compositions of 3, 4, 9 or 12 photographs, as well as crystal balls, jade eggs.
A small figurine of a dragon with a pearl will protect you from evil forces. To improve relationships between family members, a heron figurine is placed in the zone.
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- The northeastern zone symbolizes wisdom and knowledge, its element is Earth. In this sector, it is better to make a room for schoolchildren or students, and also leave it for a study. It is better to put shelves with books, educational literature and reference books indoors. It is better to install a computer in the room, hang a map of the world on the wall. Here you can put statuettes in the form of an owl or a snake.
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- The North is responsible for the career zone, its element is Water... To attract career growth, the owners of this room should put a small fountain with running water or an aquarium with beautiful fish or a turtle. In this place, they put a table with a computer and a telephone.
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- In the northwest there is a business and travel zone. It is appropriate to put a globe here, hang a geographic map or a picture depicting the countries of the world where one would like to go. To make travel to distant countries more real, it is worth putting a piggy bank with coins. This is a great place to store business cards, phone books, icons, patron photos.
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- In the west is the seventh children's zone, its element is metal. Everything that is needed is placed here so that the child can fully develop. This is a good place for textbooks and books, sports equipment, as well as handicraft or creative items. In the children's area, they hang a horseshoe-shaped souvenir or put metal figurines.
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- The Southwest is considered the sector of love relationships, and the element of the zone is Fire and Earth. For harmonious interaction of the couple, paired figures or photographs with the image of a happy married couple are placed here. You should not hang a photo of one person here or put single unpaired objects. Porcelain or ceramic products are used as a talisman.
Pictures with peonies are hung in this area, because these flowers are a symbol of passion. But after the birth of babies, such pictures should be removed, since peonies can become a symbol of spouses' infidelity.
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- The south is considered a zone of luck and authority. Its element is Fire. It is better to hang certificates, awards or medals here. Figures are placed on shelves or on the wall, which symbolize glory. It can be a figurine of a horse, rooster or eagle, as well as a pyramid. Peacock feathers are placed in this area, twisted shells can be placed. These items will help improve well-being.
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This division of the room into zones and the placement of the necessary attributes in them helps in achieving well-being, improves the relationship of a married couple, improves health, and balances the mind.
The subtleties of the design of various rooms
People living in a private house have more opportunities to build or equip a home at their own discretion and taking into account the rules of feng shui. This can help you achieve these goals:
- improve health;
- find family happiness;
- establish a business;
- increase wealth.
For those who have the opportunity to purchase a land plot and build a house on it, it is important to choose its location correctly, as well as arrange its layout according to feng shui rules.
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With proper planning, Chi energy will multiply and accumulate. The accumulation of negative Sha energy, which brings unhappiness and sadness, should be avoided.
People living in a multi-storey building should know that both positive and negative energy are present in it. Even the floor on which the apartment is located is important and what shape it is. The view from the window also matters.
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Living room
Tips for decorating your living room:
- the room should not be overloaded with unnecessary furniture, since positive energy needs space;
- it is better to choose furniture that stands on high legs;
- massive furniture is placed along the wall;
- the living room should not be forced with antiques;
- empty and dark corners should be avoided;
- furniture should not be arranged in the form of correct figures; an arrangement in the form of an octagon, a circle or a semicircle is suitable for a living room.
An important detail is the chandelier. Using lamps and chandeliers in the living room will allow the accumulation of good energy. In this case, it is better that the light sources do not irritate the eyes, but burn brightly enough. In a large living room, several zones with active and less active lighting are used.
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Bedroom
A special place in a private or multi-storey building is played by the correct design of the bedroom according to feng shui. For her, you need to find the most favorable place. The colors of the walls and ceiling, floor and furniture are selected in accordance with the energy of its inhabitants, as well as relying on the elements of this place. According to the requirements of Eastern philosophy, the energy located in the southeastern part is most suitable for the bedroom, contributing to good rest and relaxation.
When designing a room, it is important to choose the right color palette. For the bedroom, yellow is preferable, attracting love, bringing harmony to relationships.
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It is worth giving preference to golden soft shades, symbolizing wealth and well-being. You can also choose warm shades of blue for the bedroom. The cool blue color can lead to anxiety and anxiety.
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White and black colors are undesirable in the design of the bedroom, as they will transform the energy of positive into negative and will not allow you to completely relax in this room.
Kitchen
It is important how the kitchen is equipped, because this room serves as a hearth. The interior of the room should be planned according to the rules of feng shui. So, the south side is considered the best place to install the stove, and it is worth finding a place for the refrigerator on the north side. There must be wooden furniture between the stove and the refrigerator, for example, a table, chair, stool or bedside table. She will bind two elements - ice and fire.
Dishes should be kept out of sight, and cutlery should be kept in a cupboard or table.
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The door should be located behind the hostess. Thanks to this arrangement, the dishes will be healthy, and the hostess will feel comfortable.
It is very important to know where the bin is in the kitchen. Feng Shui experts advise considering the following:
- if possible, you need to remove the trash can from under the sink, as water enhances any energy;
- you need to make sure that the bucket is covered with a lid;
- it should be taken out in time, avoiding the accumulation of a large amount of debris and crumbs near it;
- there should be no unpleasant odor in the kitchen;
- take out the trash regularly, and it is advisable to do it before sunset.
If the bin is placed in plain sight, it is better to make it more colorful. To do this, you can purchase an original product or make a container yourself, decorating it with decor.
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Hallway
The main function of the hallway is to store Chi energy and then distribute it throughout the room. It is important that the room is always kept clean. Avoid the accumulation of unnecessary things, old trash. The corridor should be well lit.
The mirror is an important part of this room. A large mirror in which you can see yourself in full growth will be appropriate here. This accessory is capable of doubling the qualities of objects, so it is worth hanging it in a place that will reflect something beautiful, for example, a painting.
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The mirror is not hung in a place where it will reflect the door, otherwise the Chi energy will be reflected from it and go back.
Feng Shui experts recommend installing a cast door. It is possible to place decorative elements made of metal on it, while it is important that they have a matte, not shiny surface.
You can hang a mirror on the front door, but with certain requirements. An entrance door with a mirror must be of good quality, and the mirror must be fixed firmly. When placing it on the door, it is not recommended to hang another mirror opposite so that they do not reflect, otherwise luck may leave the room.
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The color of the front door is chosen according to the cardinal points. To enhance the favorable energy, it is recommended to hang "wind chimes", bells or a horseshoe in the hallway. A crystal ball suspended above the ceiling will help transform negative energy into positive and spread it.
Bathroom
The layout of the bathroom must be carried out taking into account some requirements. Relying on Eastern teachings, a person in the bathroom washes away not only dirt from the body, he gets rid of negativity, bad experiences, emotions, anxiety and anxiety. Through purification, a person prepares himself for sleep in order to wake up in the morning vigorous, gaining strength and energy.
- You should not place the bathroom in the center of the room, as this will negatively affect the overall energy of the home.
- The entrance to the bathroom should not be opposite the front doors, otherwise it will block the flow of cash.
- The ideal location for the bathroom is north. If the room is located in a different place, it should be supplemented with oriental talismans to eliminate energy blocks.
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In the event that the bathroom in an apartment or house is combined, the toilet should be separated by a partition, creating the illusion of separation.
Favorable colors for bathroom decoration are pastel shades, for example, blue, beige or pale green. They are associated with the elements of water and air.
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You should not turn the bathroom into a place to relax, otherwise disharmony may arise. This is a place where the soul and body are cleansed, and you should rest in the bedroom or in the living room.
Toilet
It is important to keep the toilet clean to maintain your well-being. It is necessary to make repairs to the premises on time, to change out-of-order plumbing parts. The toilet should always be clean, its lid should be closed so that positive energy does not leave through it.
Forbidden in the toilet:
- store a broom, scoop or trash bin;
- there should be no unnecessary items on the shelves in the bathroom that are not often used;
- dim lighting blocks Chi production.
It is not recommended to use shades of red, yellow or orange in the interior of this room. It is best to stick to pink, salad, blue or peach.
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General recommendations
So that prosperity always reigns in the house, there is material prosperity, no one is sick, it is important to adhere to the recommendations of the feng shui experts.
- The staircase located opposite the entrance to the house will allow the Chi energy to rise immediately upward, without remaining on the lower floors.
- The children's room should be located in the east. If this is not possible, oriental accessories are hung in the room, for example, a Chinese fan, a sakura branch, paintings with a rising sun.
- When buying an apartment or decorating it, it is important to determine its location according to Feng Shui.
- Any home needs protection, including energy. So, a mirror that was hung on the front door will reflect negative energy and prevent it from spreading.
- According to the theory, financial success comes through a door, so it is best made of wood.In the event that the door is made of metal, then in the middle of it you need to hang accessories made of wood.
- In order for positive energy to be retained in the room, indoor plants, for example, ficus or jerky, should be placed on the windowsill.
- You can hang a mirror in the room where the banquet table is located. It will double prosperity and attract finance.
- To attract wealth, you should not keep broken dishes or broken things in the house.
- The room should smell like essential oil and freshness. Aromatherapy will have a beneficial effect on mood and energize. It is useful to spray the scent of lavender, mint, or rosemary.
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Feng Shui encourages people to learn to live in harmony, filling their lives with energy. Observing these rules and laws and choosing the right direction, people gradually become more self-confident, stop getting sick, harmony comes to their home, they find happiness.
How to make an apartment happy in Feng Shui, see below.