Here are 6 simple steps to bring energy and balance to your new house floor plan with Feng Shui.
Feng Shui is based on the thinking that what’s happening inside your home is a reflection of yourself and your life. In relation to your home, it’s about de-cluttering, being aware of the items you place in your home, and ensuring there is a good flow of air and energy throughout the house.
Whether or not you believe in it, the fundamentals of Feng Shui are good to consider for every home. We all strive for a bit more balance and harmony in our lives, so give some consideration to our top tips.
Front door / main entry
The front door is the most important part of the home when considering Feng Shui. It represents how ‘Chi’ or ‘Energy’ enters your home and life.
- The front door should be clearly defined and have presence from the outside.
- It should open inwards
- Ensure it doesn’t align with another door or window
- The front door shouldn’t be facing a bathroom or storage door
- Never have stairs facing the front door (good energy will flow out the door)
- Have a welcoming entryway that promotes a good flow of energy (provide a proper transition between outside and inside world). Have a place to sit down, leave belongings and catch a breath before proceeding into your home.
Location of windows and doors
- Avoid a kitchen door/bathroom door alignment
- Try not to have multiple doors that open into one another
- Ensure there is space around windows and doors
- Limit the number of windows in the back of the home
- Try not to have floor to ceiling windows in the bedroom
Master bedroom location
- Don’t have the bedroom over the garage or kitchen
- Try to keep the master bedroom away from the front door
Bathroom location
- It shouldn’t be located in the center of your home
- It is advised to not have it facing the front door
Kitchen location
- Ideally you don’t want to see the kitchen from the front door
- Don’t have your kitchen facing a bedroom
- Try to keep your oven (representing the fire element) away from your fridge, sink and dishwasher (representing the water element)
- If you have an island bench, keep it as clear as possible (try to have the sink on the back bench if possible)
Check out our other trips for the perfect design and here are some house plans with elements of good Feng Shui to check out:
An inviting entry sitting room
VICTORIA – View the Bristol 41 by Porter Davis >
Staircase away from the front door
NEW SOUTH WALES – View the Madison 37 by Clarendon >
A calm entryway to provide a transition into the house
QUEENSLAND – View the Manhattan by Ausmar >
A small wall provides a barrier between the stairs and front door
WESTERN AUSTRALIA – View The Antero by 101 Residential >
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