Adequete storage and lighting are essential to feng shui your living space.
Feng Shui, wind and water, is the ancient Chinese practice of placement to achieve a harmonious, relaxing environment. "Feng" means "wind" and "shui" means "water" (pronounced fung-shway). In Chinese culture, gentle wind and clear water have always been associated with good harvest and good health, thus "good feng shui" came to mean good livelihood and fortune, while "bad feng shui" came to mean hardship and misfortune. Supporters of Feng Shui believe incorporating the practice into your life has a positive effect on health, wealth, and personal relationships.
So how can you incorporate Feng Shui into your remodel project? It helps to picture examples of how Feng Shui works. Have you ever been in a really nice restaurant, or stayed in a hotel where the environment felt perfectly relaxing? Chances are these locations were expertly designed for optimum relaxation and enjoyment. Achieving this atmosphere includes a combination of architectural design: furniture placement, color choices, and lighting. Additionally, a clean, organized space is important for maintaining Feng Shui.
Feng Shui in Bedrooms. Begin with making soothing color choices in your room to create a relaxing environment. Continue the harmonious theme by adding different levels of lighting. This can be created by utilizing natural light during the day, and adding soft light for relaxation in the evening hours. Dimmer switch...
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