Feng Shui of a site: principles of building a harmonious site from A to Z (video + 110 photos)

Chinese civilization is one of the most ancient. This civilization also became the basis for many philosophies. One of these teachings is Taoism. The semi-mythical figure Lao Tzu is considered to be the father of Taoism.

Taoism says that the basis of all things is the concept of “Tao”. It is what regulates the whole world. The philosophy of Taoism became the basis for many practices. One such practice is Feng Shui.

This is a system of symbolic organization of space. The system can be interpreted as a certain practice; as a result of this practice, favorable energy should be formed in space. Qi energy is responsible for the formation of energy.

Chi energy also affects family relationships and health. The main thing is that the space is habitable. This living space can be an apartment, a house or a garden plot.

The planning of a site according to Feng Shui can be done by both specially hired people - landscape designers, and ordinary people.

General feng shui of the area

The most favorable area is considered to be one that includes a house standing on a slight hill and surrounded on the left and right by small smooth hills. In this case, the left hill (Dragon) should be slightly higher than its right counterpart (Tiger).

The right and left sides are determined by standing with your back to the front of the house.

The hill behind the house symbolizes the Turtle, and the flat area in front of the house represents the Red Phoenix.

Hillside Home Traditions

Feng Shui traditions suggest a calmer and more prosperous life in the area surrounded by hills. They provide excellent wind protection and also serve as a natural boundary that maintains heat balance in the winter.

The most successful “neighbors” of a house are considered to be hills that have a rounded shape. Almost ideal, according to Feng Shui, will be a plot of land for building a house that lies halfway to the top of the hill and is open towards the south. The spatial location of the house surrounded by three hills can be a great success.

Feng Shui categorically denies the success of the position in which the house is located on the top of a hill. First of all, due to the lack of a protective barrier from the wind and the extremely low level of energy supply.

An area replete with mountainous folds is also not favored by Feng Shui as a location for placing a house. However, as well as to a flat one without the presence of any semblance of hills. Of course, modern land management technologies make it possible to correct any terrain on the ground. For this reason, Feng Shui is not against tactful adjustments to the landscape.

The Dragon

The dragon is considered a creature responsible for well-being and prosperity; it protects against evil and protects against negative energy. It is the Dragon that gives birth to Qi energy, which attracts positive changes and brings the fulfillment of desires closer.

If there is no Dragon Hill, then you can install a bright lantern on the left side, which increases the energy of this sector.

How to activate the flow of energy

The southeast direction in the apartment is controlled by the Wood element. Natural furniture, beige and brown shades are what you need for comfortable work and profit.

Colors such as green and purple will keep the energy flowing in the wealth zone.

The tree is saturated with water, the symbolism of this element is the best activation of the sector.

Fountains and water

Place fountains, waterfalls, and aquariums with live fish in the room. The double talisman for attracting money is nine live carp, one of which is black. This symbolizes the protection of what has been accumulated.

You should be careful with water: too much of it will drown you. Strengthen the room if Fire elements prevail in it, and if the location of the money zone is favorable, then limit yourself to a small fountain. The water should move, but not violently. Standing water means financial stagnation.

Plants for wealth

When there are a lot of green plants in the house, the family prospers and does not experience money problems. For flowers, the best place would be a study.

Flowers with rounded and wide leaves, such as the crassula, known as the money or dollar tree, have magic.

Beware of thorny or pointed plants.

Cacti exude negative Sha energy, do not place them close to your work table or sit at an angle to the thorns. Monitor the condition of the flowers; they should not be sick or covered with dust.

Tiger

This brave animal personifies Yin energy.
However, despite her feminine nature, she has a fair amount of strength and courage. The tiger will reliably protect the owners of the plot from misfortunes and failures, fires and robberies, and will protect them from evil people and demons who bring discord into the family.

Turtle

If the location of the site according to Feng Shui is not very favorable and there is no hill behind the house, then you can increase the Turtle zone by erecting a wall behind the house or planting a large garden.

In Chinese teachings, this leisurely animal signifies wisdom, longevity, stability and health. In landscape design, this is a reliable protection from troubles, a reliable foundation and a solid foundation for family relationships.

Decorative elements

Now let's look at each zone from the point of view of the correct placement of decorative elements on it. Let's start from the north. Associated with the water element, it requires a pond, a fountain, a quiet place for reflection and solitude. Winding paths leading to water will also brighten up the landscape. The theme of contemplation and relaxation in silence will be continued by the stone gardens in the northeast. The northwestern direction is perfect for arranging a gazebo for a large company, and it is better to use metal elements in its design, for example, figurines, balls or a fence.

The triangular shapes in the south can be made of any material. It is best to place a fireplace, an open hearth with a fire, or a barbecue here. The place needs to be well lit; a bird feeder would also help. In the southeast, trees, lush flowering plants, small fountains, and containers with flowing water are welcome.

The sound of water can add harmony to any space. And any summer resident can easily make a simple fountain with his own hands. To do this, you can use improvised materials such as old watering cans.

We are creating a cozy nest for a couple in the southwest, here there is a secluded gazebo for two.

The east zone needs to be decorated with wooden elements. This is the most suitable place for planting tall trees; you can also place a waterfall or a decorative mill in this area.

And in the west there is a place for a playground, singing winds and any round shapes. Don't forget to use metal elements here.

Singing winds

They are pendants of various shapes and materials, which are attached in such a way that the wind can sway them freely. The sounds produced during this process are called “wind songs”. Having determined which zone you are going to strengthen and why exactly you are hanging them, all that remains is to choose the instrument you like.

Important! Pay careful attention to the choice of material, because it affects the energy of the house differently.

Here are the basic safety rules when choosing singing winds:

In addition to quality, the number of straws is also important. It is no coincidence that the Chinese pay attention to this, having thought through everything to the smallest detail. According to the rules, blocking problems, negative influences, and stress in a certain area occurs when using wind with an unpaired number of sticks. In this case, there should be three, five or seven, best if they are made of metal. Conversely, a paired number (four, six, eight) attracts positivity and promotes growth.
Having decided on the details, we choose the place where we will hang the tool. In order to increase their popularity in society and achieve recognition, they hang a ceramic or crystal wind on the south side. The wood wind in the east will improve health and have a beneficial effect on the energy state of the body as a whole.

Talismans

They act as a kind of catalysts that attract this or that energy in its positive aspect. Also in Feng Shui, they are used as magnets to attract what is missing in life, which is missing for one reason or another. Talismans can be in the form of figures (Buddha, other gods, animals) or other forms (singing winds, bamboo flutes, fans, bells). Ceramic and clay symbols enhance the earth zone, bronze, aluminum – metal, and crystal – water.

Fans serve to disperse positive energy in the place where they hang. What is important is their color and the design depicted on them. They are often decorated with golden birds on a red background. This will activate the zone of fame and recognition, especially if such a fan is hung on the south side of the house.

Now let's take a closer look at the talismans:

North - figures of fish, dolphin, turtle, any water inhabitants.
Northeast - lamp, candlestick.
North-west – metal figures of gods.
South - a red Chinese paper lantern, a flowerpot with green or red flowers.
Southeast - any symbol with the image of a Dragon, a mirror, a teapot, a frog figure.

Southwest – stones, crystals. Two of them must be selected so that they are larger than the rest. The composition will also be complemented by nine stones (you can use decorative pebbles or pebbles instead), tightly stacked to each other.
East - a symbolic image of the Dragon, a plant in a pot of gray, green or blue colors.
West – coins, bell, cat figure.

Shape of the plot

According to Feng Shui, a summer cottage is considered ideal if it has the shape of a rectangle or square.

A trapezoidal plot is considered favorable if its smaller side falls on the facade of the house, providing the Turtle zone with a larger side.

The most unfortunate shape is considered to be a triangle.

However, if the owners got such a “wrong” plot, do not despair. All this can be changed by the harmonious placement of buildings and plantings.

Location of objects on the site

All constructed objects are located near the house. Existing corners are smoothed out with the help of flower beds, ponds or bushes. This rule is especially observed in the presence of sharp corners.

The front of the house should be open. This applies to a greater extent to representatives of Flora. Trees or tall bushes should not be placed in front of the house. An exception may be flower beds or small bushes.

Feng Shui garden areas

Site planning according to Feng Shui begins with defining zones. And these are not areas for children to relax or play, a vegetable garden or a garden.

In total, in Chinese teaching there are nine zones that are responsible for a certain value of human life. They should all have equal area.

North-East

Study area. This area is most suitable for planting a vegetable garden. Level beds with peppers, tomatoes or herbs will harmonize and give the necessary stimulus to this area of life.

And if a vegetable garden is too boring, you can arrange a rock garden in the northeast or mix both directions, decorating and strengthening the garden with stones.

Zone distribution

In order to divide the area into zones, you need to stand near the entrance and mentally divide the entire territory into three equal horizontal stripes. Then the same stripes are drawn vertically.

This can be done much more clearly on a site plan. To do this, a schematic plan of the territory is drawn on paper, which is divided into nine equal squares.

This distribution is ideal for a square plot. For a territory characterized by uneven shapes, first of all it will be necessary to deal with those sectors that contain the least amount of land.

The first strip is designed to provide (from right to left) Wisdom (or Knowledge), Career, Friends (or Good Helpers).

The second line is responsible for Family, Health (or Vitality), Children.

The far section will attract Wealth, Fame, Partnership.

North

Career zone. It’s good if the entrance to the yard or house is located on the north side of the site plan.

The quarry area should be well maintained. It is recommended to plant slow-growing or regularly fruiting plants in this area, which corresponds to gradual career growth. Black currants work well.

It is also good to install a small pond or fountain in this area.

Wisdom

This is the calmest and most balanced part of the site. It must be nice to relax here completely alone. Therefore, this area is closed from prying eyes. To achieve this goal, hedges or trees with a dense crown are perfect. The exit from the Wisdom zone should be directed to the house.

The colors of Wisdom are considered to be sunny shades. Therefore, you can create a flower bed with yellow flowers, make an orange path and place red furniture or a hammock.

Where is which zone?

Now it remains to determine where each zone is located, what depends on it, and how it should be arranged.

Zone of Wisdom

The Wisdom Zone is located to the left of the entrance, in the corner of the site. Wisdom is born in peace and solitude, the area should be conducive to rest and solitude, it should be slightly closed from prying eyes. This can be done in any suitable way - separate it with a hedge, put a pergola with a bench or a couple of garden chairs, and plant climbing plants around it, which will create a cozy, secluded corner for reading and reflection. The only exit from this area should lead into the house. All elements in this zone should be light and joyful colors - red, yellow, orange, pink.

Career zone

The quarry area is located in the center of the first lane from the entrance. There should not be stagnation of energy in it, in order to ensure career advancement for yourself and family members, you need to install something constantly moving here; a fountain, a small stream, or a model of a water mill with a constantly rotating wheel are best suited for these purposes. The direction of water movement in them is towards the house; the energy must remain on the site and not leave it. But standing water will stop career growth; it should not be in this area. Let winding paths extend from the fountain; nearby you can build flower beds and alpine slides, and plant flowers and plants in blue, white or silver tones on them. Sunny colors are inappropriate here because they interfere with your career.

Trusted Friends Zone

The Trusted Friends zone is located on the far right and is intended for communication. Here it is better to create an area with a table, long benches, an oven for grilling, kebabs and barbecue. You can also put a gazebo here. It’s great if the entrance to the site is located in this zone; by opening it, you let in positive energy. Another important element of this zone is the lantern-lamp; it can be decorative or laconic. The light should attract good people and even more positive energy. If space allows, a parking lot with a canopy for guests' cars is provided in the Reliable Friends zone. As for the color scheme, it’s red, and all the fiery shades are not entirely appropriate here. But there may be more natural tones - blue, blue, green, beige.

Family zone

The Family Zone is to the left of the entrance, but in the second lane, and next to the Wisdom Zone. It is important to arrange this area correctly so that family relationships are warm and harmonious. Here you can gather with the whole family to discuss common concerns and problems, celebrate family celebrations, and simply for communication. Here you can make a gazebo or canopy, install a table, benches and chairs, and turn the area into a cozy summer living room. It’s great if this zone coincides with the terrace of the house; if not, coziness can be created by arranging the area. In addition to a fence, it can be separated from its neighbors by climbing plants or tall shrubs. Place a fountain or pond nearby - calmly flowing water puts you in a positive mood and encourages calm communication.

Tai Chi Zone

The Tai Chi zone is located in the center of the site - this is a zone of health and vitality. All the energy coming to the site is accumulated here, and the owners of the site are also fed with it. There should be no buildings in this zone; they only interfere with the movement of energy. It is best to arrange a flower bed or lawn here. All garden paths should lead to this place - both people and life-giving forces will move along them.

Children's zone

The children's zone is the next one, or the far right in the middle lane. On one side it is bordered by the zone of Reliable Friends, on the other by the Zone of Relationships with People. If there are children in the family, such an area is simply necessary; you need to arrange a children's playground there with all its attributes - a slide, a swing, a sandbox. Children themselves are lively creatures and sources of positive energy; the more active they behave, the more positive energy will accumulate in the area, in the house, in the family. This energy should be enough for everyone. If the children are already adults and there are no grandchildren yet, you can make a flower garden here, install a booth or aviary for a dog, or house other animals or ornamental birds. The more movement of living beings there is in this zone, the better for all the inhabitants of the dacha.

Wealth Zone

The Wealth Zone is on the far left. Tall trees, garden sculptures, and lamps on tall legs are appropriate here. Tall objects capture energy and direct it to the area. In addition, you can build a compost pit here, no matter how prosaic it may look - compost enriches the soil and makes it fertile, which means it attracts wealth. Naturally, it is advisable to give the pit an aesthetic appearance, decorate it with a fence - grapes, a fence with jugs on pegs, or a decorative shield. Clean water also attracts wealth. To attract cash flows, you can arrange a stream, a fountain, or at least put containers with water for irrigation.

Glory Zone

The Glory Zone is in the center of the last stripe. Items related to fire will come in handy here - a barbecue grill, a barbecue, or a simple fire. The color design involves the use of fiery colors - red, orange, bright yellow.

Clay or ceramic products and sculpture are not needed in the Glory zone; clay, like earth, restrains the gusts of fire and simply extinguishes it.

Area of Relationships with People

The Zone of Relationships with People - the last, right corner of the third lane remains for it. This is a place for relaxation and communication with neighbors, and therefore a place for gazebos and pergolas, conducive to relaxation and quiet conversations. If you use an area for planting plants, there should be a number of them in pairs, this will help balance male and female energy and prevent conflicts and disagreements. There should also be an even number of garden lanterns and ceramic decorative figurines.

Career

Water is considered the main talisman of this sector. Let it be a fountain or a flowing stream. The current should be directed towards the house. But the water must not stagnate, otherwise promotion will have to say goodbye.

Silver-blue and golden-white colors promote careers. These can be winding paths, flower beds of uneven shapes.

Friends

This is the noisiest part of the site. There is a gazebo, patio, and tent for meetings and chatting with friends.

It is advisable to place a gate or parking area here. It is recommended to install a round lamp in the corner of the zone; it is designed to attract friends and buddies.

From the color range, only shades of red are unacceptable.

South

The zone of fame and social status of the family. It will be successful to place evergreen trees in the south, tending upward, such as thuja or pine. Red and orange colors also correspond to fame and favorable social status. Raspberry or red currant bushes are suitable for this zone. Roses, gladioli and dahlias of all shades of red and orange will also help decorate the southern area.

If it is not possible to do any of the above options, you can set up a barbecue area with an open fire in the south.

Family

The zone is designed to strengthen family relationships and family ties. This place should become a gathering place for the whole family; a family recreation area and a summer living room, intended for evening tea or a home-cooked meal, are often set up here.

You can also place a pond or swimming pool here, and a hedge will perfectly play the role of a fence from curious neighbors.

Health

The center of the site must accumulate all the incoming energy and transmit it to its owners.

An ideal option for arranging a Health zone would be an open lawn, complemented by a flower bed with a spiral inside. Paths should diverge from the lawn, which will ensure the replenishment of energy from all other zones.

Main and additional buildings

A one-story house, squeezed on all sides by high-rise buildings, is a bad option for building architecture according to Feng Shui. Multi-storey buildings, first of all, block the path for the spread of positivity. You should not settle in close proximity to an object that is disproportionate, for example, in size, to your home.

The presence of towers or masts for power lines and huge factory pipes disrupts the fragile energy of any home. Bridge structures, power plant buildings and other massive reinforced concrete structures also have a harmful impact on housing construction and the people living in it. Large factory buildings, hospital complexes, prisons, cemetery areas are not very good “neighbors” for human habitation.

If it so happens that you live in close proximity to the named structures and places, build improvised protection around the house in the form of a hedge. The rustling leaves help to erect a kind of invisible curtain that softens the harmful energy.

Wealth

All tall objects should be placed here. They can be trees, lanterns on high pedestals, sculptures.

Surprisingly, a compost heap should also be placed here, in which fertilizer matures for future prosperity. Only it should have a pleasant appearance and be beautifully decorated.

It’s a good idea to place streams here or at least place containers with water.

Relationship

This area is most often equipped with pergolas, arches, and other vertical structures. Usually paired items are installed here: flowerpots, chairs, lanterns.

When arranging a garden area, it is important to remember that the Feng Shui of the house and the site should complement each other. And fesh shui photos of the site will help you achieve this.