To spread the basics of the art of feng shui in home decoration, we created a short series of three articles on our sukhi blog. If you missed the first two, you may want to start with the first article on the energy of colors and continue with the basics of how to map your home using the most effective feng shui tool, the bagua map.
To give you a quick recap, in the first article, “Feng Shui for Beginners: Color Energies,” we learned how the flow of energy, chi, is expressed through one of the most powerful tools in feng shui: the color.
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The colors correspond to the five elements: wood, water, metal, fire and earth. By knowing what each element brings to your home, you can decide what energy you want to create in your space and, therefore, what colors to use.
In the second article, Feng Shui for Beginners: The Energy Map of Your Home, we learned how to apply the bagua mapping system to your living spaces.
We become familiar with what the bagua map looks like and how it works when we apply it in our own home. The first step was to print the map, then place it at the entrance of the house with the north point coinciding with the entrance, and then visualize how the bagua fits in your house.
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after deciding which elements and living areas are the most suitable for each part of your home, you were able to make a diagnosis: in which areas of your home you want to bring fresh and positive energy, according to the bagua map. the purpose is to strengthen each area to achieve your full potential in all areas of your life: career, family, knowledge, reputation, love and other important areas.
In today’s blog, we delve into the knowledge of the bagua, through the 8 areas of feng shui, its element and its characteristics, for a more practical use.
explanation of the 8 feng shui areas
north bagua area
life area: brings luck in your career and life path areas
feng shui element: water
colors: blue and black
home decoration:
identify the area of your house that coincides with the northern area on the bagua map.
add water elements. expand your imagination: it can be art paintings, fabrics, pillows, blue oriental rugs, curtains, wallpapers. having a real water source is very beneficial: it has a calming effect and brings fresh energy to the area. use strong elements that will make this area distinctive and full of good energy.
use more blue and black for the water elements. painting a wall with these colors is complicated and is not suitable for some rooms, such as the bedroom. choose a lighter shade of blue when you go for that.
Wood weakens water and metal strengthens water, so be sure to avoid wood and green tones in this area.
Water elements are enhanced by the use of mirrors. In feng shui, mirrors are highly recommended as they can change the flow of energy!
Northeastern bagua area
life area: brings luck in your areas of knowledge and skills
feng shui element: earth
colors: sand, beige, yellow
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home decoration:
identify the area of your home that matches the northeast area on the bagua map.
the northeast area is an area for cultivating knowledge, skills and spiritual growth. earth and fire are the nourishing elements, balance energies and strengthen feng shui energy in this area of life.
add expressive spiritual art that resonates with your inner being, in earth tones of sand, skin tones, gold, beige and warm yellow: statues, paintings, decor accessories. uses earth colors and yellow crystals and traditional Chinese elements in these shades and rock salt lamps. why not also use a stone rug?
includes the element of fire: build a fireplace, light some candles, use art and wallpapers of sunsets and fire, in shades of orange and red. painting a focal wall in an earth tone is considered very beneficial.
East bagua area
life area: brings luck in your family and health areas
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feng shui element: wood
colors: brown and green
home decoration:
identify the area of your home that matches the east area on the bagua map.
This area is associated with family and physical, emotional and spiritual health. We recognize our family roots through our ancestors and elders to strengthen the relationship with our relatives. therefore, it is recommended to display your family photographs in this room.
Utilize the wood element by adding large, vibrant plants and grasses, wooden furniture, and mixing different shades of green and brown in pillows, rugs, curtains, blankets, and displaying beautiful art with nature, landscapes, and flowers. wear green and brown crystals and traditional Chinese items in these shades. paint a focal wall a sweet shade of green or brown.
choose vertical elements for this area: vertically growing plants such as bamboo, pillars, a long wood-framed mirror, and anything else that creates a sense of height.
Southeast bagua area
life area: brings luck in your areas of prosperity and abundance
feng shui element: wood
colors: brown and green
home decoration:
identify the area of your home that matches the southeast area on the bagua map.
if you need more financial security or want to add a flow of money in your life, strengthening the energy in this area through feng shui will improve the energy of prosperity, abundance and material and emotional wealth.
choose the same green and brown items recommended for the east bagua area: best through wood and green plants.
add items that enrich the space: gold items, coins, vases, chandeliers, crystals, silk, lavish plants and exquisite wooden furniture, a large vertical mirror with a gold frame – anything that makes this area look rich and precious.
Southern bagua area
life area: brings luck in your fame & reputation areas
feng shui element: fire
colors: red, purple, pink, intense orange and intense yellow
Home decoration:
identify the area of your house that coincides with the southern area on the bagua map.
We are in the fire zone: work in this zone of your home if you want reputation and fame in your life, to be successful and recognized, or to increase your popularity and public image, especially if you want to make your personality known.
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To “light up” this space, install a fireplace, use candles and lightning, wallpaper and artwork with intense sunsets, sun and fire in general. they prefer pyramid/triangle shaped items. choose rugs, curtains, blankets, cushions and accessories in shades of red, purple, pink, intense orange and intense yellow. use crystals in these colors.
Display anything that makes you think of success: diplomas, awards, photos, trophies, and artwork.
Southwest bagua area
life area: brings luck in your areas of love and relationships
feng shui element: earth
colors: sand, beige, yellow
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home decoration:
identify the area of your home that matches the southwest area on the bagua map/
This area is dedicated to all kinds of relationships, whether family, couple, marriage, co-workers or friends. enhancing this area improves the personal relationship with your partner, nurturing a healthy interaction, more romanticism and tranquility in the relationship. it also brings new romantic opportunities for singles.
earth is the nourishing element, balancing energies and strengthening feng shui energy in this area of life.
use earth tones of neutral colors rugs, sand, skin tones, gold, beige and warm yellow: statues, paintings, furnishing accessories, on rugs, curtains, blankets, pillows. uses earth colors and yellow crystals and rose quartz, traditional Chinese items in these tones, yin yang paintings and rock salt lamps.
display anything that inspires romance and expresses the energy of love: candles, flowers, photography.
bagua west area
life area: bring luck to your creativity and children’s areas
feng shui element: metal
colors: white, gray, silver, metallic
home decoration:
identify the area of your home that matches the western area on the bagua map.
This area is dedicated to creativity, happy and healthy children, fun, life, joy and freedom. if you are an artist or want to develop your artistic side, enhancing this area helps boost your creativity. It helps to improve the relationship with your children, to express your supportive side for them. it is also beneficial if you are about to have a child.
this part is governed by the metal element, so copper, brass, aluminium, silver, bronze metal items for home decor will open up the energy for this area: bells, metal framed mirrors, spiritual statues , metal tapestries, plates, works of art. choose round shapes like our round felt ball rugs.
use decorative items such as pillows, rugs, blankets, curtains in white, gray, leather, gold, silver, metallic and earth tones (earth nourishes metal). paint a focal wall in one of these shades. add crystals, artwork, and traditional Chinese items in the same colors.
Show anything that makes you feel freedom, youth, fun, joy, and happiness, such as your children’s photos, artwork, and toys.
northwest bagua area
life area: bring luck on your travels & helpful people areas
feng shui element: metal
colors: white, gray, silver, metallic
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home decoration:
identify the area of your home that matches the northwest area on the bagua map.
This area is all about timing and opportunities, networking and human relations. being in the right place, with the right people, at the right time. If you want to travel the world, attract the best opportunities and meet the right people, this is the area to improve. it’s the place where you can be thankful and count your blessings.
follow the same recommendations as in the western zone of bagua governed by the metal element. in this case, prefer the oval shape for home decoration elements.
Displays photos and other items related to the places you want to travel to. Add photos, artwork, books, and statues of the spirit guides that inspire you. they are your benefactors. Show pictures or objects that remind you of the people who helped you in your life.
We did it!
There you have it: some fantastic and practical ways to easily invite feng shui into your homes. You are now fully prepared to start creating the perfect energy in your home right away!
We have finally come to the end of our 3 part feng shui blog series. we really hope you liked them and that you found them useful and entertaining.
also, we are very curious to know what area of your life you want to improve using feng shui elements. Which sukhi rugs would fit your area based on feng shui principles?
Tag us on instagram with your answers and show us how you’ve used feng shui elements to bring good vibes into your living spaces!
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