Are you looking for ways to bring harmony and peace into your life? If so, and we can’t imagine who would say no, here are some tips on using Feng Shui style in decorating your El Cerrito, CA apartment.

WHAT DOES FENG SHUI MEAN?

Literally Feng Shui means “wind and water,” two opposite elements, but whose balance depends on the harmony between Yin and Yang. Feng Shui in interior design looks for harmony in furnishing, lighting, plants, positioning, colors, and materials.

HOW TO APPLY THE PRINCIPLES OF FENG SHUI TO YOUR APARTMENT

According to the principles of Feng Shui, in every home or work environment there are energies that interact and stimulate people who live in that space. They can foster courage, confidence, harmony, and peace. In China and Japan, Feng Shui discipline experts use Bagua, a special map to verify that the layout of the home circulates positive energy.

A Feng Shui décor has the following features:

• Alternate Light and Dark Colors. For example, if your walls are light, your artwork or furniture should be dark.
• Natural Elements. Plants, wooden elements, stones increase the energy flow of a room. But be certain to choose plants that have positive energy such as lucky bamboo, peace lilies, and orchards.
  • Fragrances.  The use of natural essences and special scents as positive propitiatory elements of positive energy. Try these Feng Shui “friendly fragrances: sage, lavender, vanilla, peppermint, rose, and jasmine.
• Mirrors. Mirrors play an important part in Feng Shui design. They are considered to reject negative energy. Use the in the living room and entry, but never in the bedroom as they do not “favor” rest.

Applying these basic elements of Feng Shui design can make your Metro 510 apartment in El Cerrito a harmonious place to live.