Feng Shui - The Ultimate Guide to Feng Shui in the UK
 
Fire - Inspiration

In Feng Shui the element Fire represents clarity, inspiration and insight. The Fire colours in Feng Shui are all from the red spectrum and Feng Shui consultants often recommend this element for protection and inspiration

Feng Shui for Windows

From a Feng Shui perspective, windows are regarded as the "eyes" of the home. They need to be large enough to allow adequate amounts of light and Chi to infuse your environment and not too small leaving you feeling like a recluse. Too many windows, relative to the size of your space, is likely to make you feel too active. These can serve as a bigger problem with children, making them hyperactive.

Reducing the Chi charge through the window can be achieved by installing blinds - whether these be roller blinds or ideally wooden blinds. Windows are best if they open outwards, keep them spotlessly clean and replace all cracked panes.

Skylights are useful to bring in the extra light but there are situations where they are best avoided. Big Feng Shui "no no's" include placing your skylight over the cooker - this is symbolic of losing your Chi and the essence of your food out through the roof. Skylights are fine in the kitchen, provided they are away from the cooker. The other situation is over your bed as your Chi is likely to be dispersed through the skylight. Definitely avoid this situation over the bed of a small child. It can leave them feeling tired and drained and sub-consciously can make them feel uncomfortable as they lack complete privacy and may feel that they are being watched.


Jon Sandifer - P.O. Box 69, Teddington, Middlesex TW11 9SH - Tel/Fax: +44 (0)20 8977 8988 - e-mail: jon@fengshui.co.uk - feng shui