Feng Shui is the philosophy that studies the relationship between the environment and the universe, aiming for harmony with nature. The core of Feng Shui is to choose suitable living or burial environments, understand the laws of cosmic change, and achieve the goal of seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune. Early humans lived in caves to escape from rain and wild animals. As civilization advanced, people moved into buildings, and home Feng Shui acquired more specific requirements.
Front Door: The Mouth of the Home
The front door of a home acts like a human passageway, serving as the main entrance and exit. The fortune associated with the front door is influenced by its orientation. The door should not be too large or too small; a small door can lead to illness, while a large door in a small house can deplete energy and wealth. The door must be proportionate to the house size to ensure a smooth life.
The front door is the mouth of the residence, and it should be clean and bright, free from clutter to avoid obstructing energy flow. Two doors can face each other but should not align perfectly; parallel doors should also be avoided. Opposing doors that are slightly misaligned can harm career success and family harmony. The orientation of the front door is crucial for wealth, and a simple method to attract wealth is to place water features nearby. Areas with water can enhance financial energy. Additionally, all types of water plants and flower arrangements can have wealth-attracting effects.
Entrance Hall: The Throat Guard
If the depth of the interior of the home is less than the length of the corridor, it can lead to major misfortune. In such cases, a screen can be placed to mitigate this effect. If the front door faces a major road, circular flower beds can be planted to counteract external forces.
If the front door faces a staircase, two scenarios arise: facing a downward staircase may lead to a loss of wealth, so a screen should be placed behind the door to prevent financial outflow; facing an upward staircase can also drain wealth, so placing large-leaved plants, like a money tree, inside can help attract wealth into the home.
Living Room: The Gathering Place of Vital Energy
The living room should be situated at the front of the home. Upon entering, one should first see the living room, while bedrooms, kitchens, and other spaces should be located at the back. A reversed layout, with the living room at the back, can create a loss of wealth and lead to financial decline.
The living room should not be dark; a bright living room promotes good family fortune. Wall colors should not be too dark, and the floor should not be uneven, as fluctuations in the floor can bring about challenges in the family fortune.
Balcony: A Source of Relaxation and Light
Like the front door, the balcony is important for energy flow in the home. In many villas, the balcony serves as a key area for relaxation and is a major visual feature of the house. An elegantly arranged balcony is crucial for residents.
If one can see a street directly facing the balcony, it creates an unfavorable situation, akin to a tiger charging in. The noise and fast-moving vehicles can disrupt the peaceful energy of the home, adversely affecting the residents' well-being.
Bedroom: The Source of Vitality
People spend about one-third of their lives in the bedroom, making its environment crucial for rest and sleep. The Feng Shui in the bedroom directly affects energy levels and overall health. Several things should be avoided in bedroom Feng Shui: mirrors facing the door, doors opening toward the head of the bed, doors aligning with other small doors, doors facing the foot of the bed, and bathrooms opening directly toward the bed. It’s best if bedroom doors do not face each other, and it’s especially unfavorable if the window faces antennas or high-voltage power lines, which can be mitigated with rooster decorations.
Kitchen: The Source of Nourishment
The kitchen door should not face the front door, as this can harm health and impede wealth accumulation. The kitchen door should also not face the bedroom door, as the smoke and odors can lead to irritability. Similarly, the kitchen door should not face the bathroom door; since the kitchen represents fire and the bathroom represents water, their confrontation can lead to disharmony in relationships and instability at home. The kitchen and bathroom should not share a door; the sequence of entering the bathroom and then the kitchen can lead to a loss of appetite.
The taboos of home Feng Shui are not merely superstitions; they reflect a desire for a harmonious living environment. When arranging a home, one should consider these taboos while prioritizing personal preferences to create a comfortable, healthy, and harmonious living space.
