Staging for Feng Shui

1. Staging for Feng Shui
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2. Feng Shui
Feng Shui is an ancient philosophy
of art and science
developed over
3,000 years
ago in China.
It is the
balancing of
energies of
human
occupied
space
to assure
health and good fortune.

3. Feng Shui
It is different from other philosophical systems
in the it has the capacity for “change” built into
it.
There are 3 different approaches to Feng Shui:
• Compass Approach – Direction & Skies
• Intuitive Approach – Building Position
• Environmental Approach – Fire, Earth,
Metal, Water & Wood

4. Compass
Compass Approach
– Direction
– Sky
– Astrological

5. Intuitive
Intuitive Approach
• Based on shapes, water direction,
and structure position.
When buildings are close together they form a narrow
gap. The building is essentially cut in half by a
heavenly knife.
The turbulent wind and strong air flow creates negative
energy for business or individuals near the buildings.
It’s believed to cause a decline in health and wealth.

6. Case Study
Among Feng Shui
subscribers, the twin
towers of the World
Trade Center violated
the balance of “Yin and
Yang” and harmony.

7. Environmental
Environmental Approach
– Fire
– Earth
– Metal
– Water
– Wood

8. Feng Shui Shapes
• Fire: Triangular
• Earth: Square
• Metal: Round
• Water: Wavy
• Wood: Rectangular

9. Feng Shui Colors
• Fire: Red, Strong Yellow, Orange,
Purple, Pink
• Earth: Light Yellow, Sandy/Earthy,
Light Brown
• Metal: White, Gray
• Water: Blue, Black
• Wood: Green, Brown

10. How it Works!

11. How it DOESN’T Work!

12. Staging for Feng Shui
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13. • The Bagua (pronounced Ba-gwa)
is a color chart with
nine boxes. (“Ba” means 8 –
“Gua” means trigram)
• Each box represents a
specific life situation that can
be correlated with a specific
part of your home or office.
Bagua Map

14. Bagua Map

15. 1. Abundance and Prosperity
• Target this space to attract money and abundance. It’s a great place
for a plant or placing a valuable item (such as a crystal vase or jar
of change).
2. Fame and Reputation
• In the center back of the Bagua map, you’ll find the space for
fame. Place business cards or a nameplate or a photo of your first
marathon finish or your hard-earned diploma).
3. Love and Relationships
• A fresh flower, which can bring luck and maybe even spark
romance, goes here. If you already have a special someone, place a
photo of you and your loved one here.
4. Creativity
• A blank sketchbook is ideal for artists, while a metal object may
work well for others. Anything goes — get creative!

16. 5. Helpful People and Travel
• If you’re in need of a little help from your friends, focus on the
front right section. This is a great place to put a phone or an
address book. This area also represents travel: a travel guide or a
photo of a dream vacation spot works well here.
6. Career
• Keep this spot free of clutter. Display affirmations or motivational
quotes here.
7. Knowledge and Wisdom
• To learn new material, focus on the front left corner of the desk.
Place a reference book (or maybe a picture of Albert Einstein)
here.
8. Family
• A family photo, according to Feng Shui principles, fits well on the
left center of the desk. A wood frame enhances energy.
9. Health
• Keep the center of the desktop free of clutter to attract good
energy to the area.

17. Entrance

18. Entrance
• Energy enters at the front
door.
• Try to have the door color
contrast with the home so
that it stands out.
• Flank the door with plants
that have rounded leaves.
Sharp leaves will invite
aggressive buyers.

19. First Impressions
Create an open and clear path to the
main living area.
• Arrange the furniture so that the
back of the sofa or other furniture is
not facing the entry. This causes
energy to bounce out.
• Facing a sofa or love seat towards
the entry improves energy flow and
makes buyers feel welcome.
• Ditch the clutter and all personal
items.

20. Lighting
• Light is very important in
creating a home conducive to
balanced “Chi.” A home that is
too dark will have too much
“Yin” energy.
• When there are not enough
windows or natural light
entering the home, lighting
placement becomes critical.
• Avoid too much light that casts
excessive numbers of shadows.

21. Stairs

22. Stairs
• Spiral staircases drain the energy
quickly, like going down a drain.
• Straight, narrow staircases cause
the energy to flow quickly
downward.
• Stair should not have open backs.
Good luck energy escapes.

23. Stairs
• Stairs off to the side are not a
problem. Stairs that are directly in a
straight line towards the front door are
bad.
• Draw attention away from the staircase.
Avoid artwork in the stairwell or at the
top of the stairs.
• Instead, place artwork, patterned area
rugs and bold paint colors that can be
seen in the downstairs areas to pull your
eye away from focusing on the
staircase.

24. Stairs
Wide and gently curved staircases allow energy to flow
smoothly and rounded bannisters are good.
Staircases with landings are good allowing the energy
to slow down at the landing.
Balance the energy by placing large plants, planters,
objects or furniture at the base of the staircase.
• Something made of stone or metal is the most
effective in the West or Northwest of the home.
• Plants are effective in the North, East or Southeast
area.
• Clay pots are good to use in the South area.

25. Family Room
• Start with the Bagua Map to
determine best colors, shapes,
and materials to support the
feng shui elements.
• For example, if the living room
is in the Wealth & Family
bagua, strengthen the Fire and
Wood elements, and emphasize
reds, oranges, yellows, and
shades of greens and browns.

26. Family Room
• All feng shui elements should be
represented but proportionately.
• For example, don’t eliminate the
water element in the South area,
just limit it in relationship to the
other feng shui elements.
• Furniture arrangement should be
clear, not obstructing the flow of
energy.

27. Kitchen
• Two elements in the kitchen indicate our energy and
wealth potential: Fire and Water. Fire fuels the energy
force that activates wealth: Water activates abundance.
• A dirty or cluttered kitchen creates negative “Chi”
affecting health and energy.
• Remove or get rid of gadgets and cookware not in use.
• Display wholesome foods. A bowl of fresh vegetables,
fruits, or a glass canister filled with dried beans are good.
• Make certain the stove is working well. The stove is an
energy source, associated with home owners potential for
wealth and passion.
• Fix dripping faucets as the wealth potential for the home
is down the drain

28. Kitchen
• If the homeowners back is facing the entrance to
the kitchen when cooking, place a small mirror
near or behind the stove to increase good fortune.
– A mirror or a bright shiny teakettle or other
reflective surface visually doubles the number of
burners…doubling wealth & good fortune.
• Make sure the kitchen is well-lite and well-ventilated.
The light will boost positive energy as
adequate ventilation is important for health.
• If the stove is placed next to or opposite the sink,
place a vase with a plant in between the stove and
the sink.

29. Kitchen
• The kitchen should not
face a bathroom door.
Keep the bathroom
door closed.
• A potted plant or a
bouquet of fresh
flowers will add life
energy to the room and
boost “Chi”.

30. Bathrooms

31. Bathrooms
• Bathrooms are important as water is
synonymous with wealth. In Feng Shui, a
large bathroom using too much water leads
to health problems from excess. A small
bathroom can restrict bodily function.
• Use mirrors and lighting to increase the
size of a small bathroom. Use plants,
furniture, and lighting to minimize the
size.
• Keep bathroom doors closed, toilets seats
and lids down, and cover drains if they are
not in use as “toilets and drains” take
energy away from a home.

32. Bedrooms

33. Bedrooms
• Beds, sofas, and large furniture need a
wall of support: move them away
from windows.
• Placing objects in pairs throughout
the master bedroom as it’s thought to
increase marital harmony and
balance.

34. Bedrooms
• Place the bed in the
position that has the
most commanding
view of the
doorway.
• You are in a
vulnerable state
while sleeping and
important to staying
safe and
supported.”

35. Bedrooms

36. Questions...thoughts

37. Staging for Feng Shui
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