How to feng shui your home: 8 expert tips for positive energy

Starting your Feng Shui journey at home can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re redecorating from scratch or just adding a few simple touches, incorporating a few Feng Shui principles can bring harmony, positive energy and balance to your space. Here are eight essential tips to help you create a Feng Shui-inspired home.

Enter your home with positive energy

In Feng Shui, the front door is not just an entry point–it’s the “mouth of qi,” where energy enters your home. To invite positive energy, ensure your entryway is clear of clutter and debris. For example, a clean, well-lit entrance with a welcoming doormat can invite positive energy, while a cluttered or obstructed doorway can block it.

Place with purpose: the commanding position

The commanding position in Feng Shui refers to a spot where you can see the door without being directly in its path.The placement empowers key areas of your life: your bed represents rest, your desk symbolizes career, and your stove connects to wealth.

In addition to the commanding position, consider other Feng Shui guidelines for furniture placement. Avoid placing your bed under a window, as energy is believed to escape through it. Arrange sofas to face natural light for maximum energy, and keep the dining table away from the center of the room or under beams to preserve balance and harmony.

Reflecting good vibes

Mirrors have the power to invite, reflect, and amplify energy, so placement is key. Avoid placing mirrors directly across from doors or reflecting negative items like bills, as this magnifies negative energy. Place mirrors perpendicular to entryways, or in spaces like the dining room or hallway to enhance the flow of positive energy. Mirrors can also reflect beautiful views, boosting the overall energy in your home.

Ensure smooth energy flow

To encourage a smooth flow of qi throughout your home, keep paths clear and unobstructed–this includes both indoor and outdoor spaces. Doors, as gateways for opportunity, should open fully (at least 90 degrees) without obstruction. Clutter behind a door blocks energy, limiting the flow of opportunities into your life.

Declutter to create space

Feng Shui emphasizes the importance of decluttering to create space for new energy.By letting go of items that no longer serve you, space is created for fresh opportunities to flow in. Whether it’s clearing out old clothes or unnecessary furniture, the act of decluttering is a powerful way to invite more energy into your life.

Decorate with nature and art

Incorporate elements of nature and creativity into your space to align with Feng Shui principles. Plants bring vitality and natural energy into a room, while art offers an opportunity to channel specific energies according to the Bagua map, a tool that divides a space into areas linked to different aspects of life. Choose plants and artwork that resonate with the elements of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water to enhance energy in various parts of your home.

Flood your space with sunshine

Natural light is a source of positive energy. Open your windows to allow sunlight to enter your space and brighten your mood. Clean your windows regularly to allow the energy of the sun to flow freely. Mirrors can also be strategically placed to diffuse sunlight and promote energy circulation throughout the room.

Show your home some love

Feng Shui teaches that everything has its own energy or “qi,” including your home. Treat your living space as a sanctuary that nurtures and supports you. Express gratitude to your home’s shelter and the energy it provides. This connection with your space can enhance the flow of positive energy and reinforce the harmonious relationship between you and your environment.

Feng shui pitfalls to avoid

One of the most common mistakes in Feng Shui is being careless about furniture and decor placement. While there are general guidelines for creating a balanced energy flow, the best Feng Shui is intuitive. Pay attention to how your space feels and adjust based on your personal experience with the energy. When you align your environment with your intentions, your home will naturally reflect positive energy.

At Ukio, we believe anyone can learn to incorporate Feng Shui into their home. Our artfully designed serviced apartments keep Feng Shui principles in mind, offering spaces that promote harmony and well-being.