Living Room Feng Shui Dos and Don’ts
The living room is one of the most important rooms in your home, so it’s important to make sure you get the Feng Shui right. Here are some general Feng Shui tips to keep in mind for your living room:
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1. Position your furniture in a way that allows for maximum light exposure.
The reason this is so important is because light is believed to promote positive energy flow. So, when placing your furniture, be sure to face it towards the light source (e.g. a window).
2. Incorporate plants into your design.
Plants are believed to promote positive energy flow and purify the air. So, if you want to create good Feng Shui in your living room, be sure to incorporate some plants into your design. Some good plants to have in the living room area include:
- Aloe vera
- Bamboo
- Ficus
3. Use the Feng Shui element of fire in your design.
The element of fire is believed to promote passion, energy, and enthusiasm. So, if you want to create a more lively and energetic living room, be sure to incorporate the element of fire into your design.
4. Consider function.
When designing your living room, it’s important to consider function. After all, this is the room where you’ll be spending most of your time. So, make sure to design it in a way that allows for maximum comfort and enjoyment.
5. Keep things clean and tidy.
As we mentioned before, one of the most important Feng Shui rules is to keep things clean and clutter-free. So, if you want to create good Feng Shui in your living room, be sure to keep things tidy. Examples of how you can achieve this include (but aren’t limited to):
- Investing in storage solutions (e.g. shelves, cabinets, etc.)
- Putting away any unnecessary items
- Donating or selling any unused items
6. Use the Feng Shui element of earth in your design.
The element of earth is believed to promote stability and balance. So, if you want to create a more peaceful and calming living room, be sure to incorporate the element of earth into your design.
7. Place furniture in a commanding position.
When positioning your furniture, be sure to place it in a commanding position. This means that you should be able to see the door from where you’re sitting. The reason this is so important is because it allows you to be in control of who and what comes into your space.
8. Be mindful of where you put your TV.
When it comes to the TV, you should be mindful of where you place it. For example, if you have a sleek flat screen (which most of us have nowadays), it’s advised that you mount it on a wall. This way, it won’t crowd the space.
That said, if you have something in the room that you wish to be the focal point (such as a fireplace), you shouldn’t hang your TV above that focal point. Otherwise, it’ll pull focus and create an unwanted distraction.
9. Create balance.
When designing your living room, it’s important to create balance. This means that you should use a mix of light and dark colors, as well as a mix of hard and soft furnishings. Furthermore, you should make use of both positive and negative space.
By doing this, you’ll create a more balanced and harmonious room!
10. Choose the right color(s).
Obviously, there’s no one right answer to which color(s) you should paint and use within your living room. After all, everyone has their own personal preferences. That said, though, there are certain colors that are believed to promote certain energies.
So, if you’re looking to create a certain type of energy in your living room, be sure to use the corresponding color. For example, if you want to promote relaxation and calmness, you might want to use blue. However, if you want to create a more lively and energetic space, you might want to use red.
