LUMINOUS SPACES BLOG
I often get this question: "I work in an office that has no windows. How do I make it more livable?" Working in a space without natural light is poor feng shui. It can be depressing and lead to lower productivity and well-being. My first response is this: Lighting. Traditional office lighting is fluorescent […]
In this blog post, I discussed the basics of Form School Feng Shui and how it was created and applies to exterior environments. In today’s post, I’ll show you how to apply Form School principles to your main indoor areas: home office (or work office) and bedroom. Home (or Work) Office How you position your […]
First I wrote Window Without a View about how to improve your view of an ugly fence in your yard. But, then I thought, what can you do if you live in an apartment or condo? How can you improve your view if you aren’t able to do anything “out there?” In Feng Shui we […]
It is believed that feng shui originally was focused on analyzing the topographical features of the earth. Ancient shamans would “read” the land and look for important clues as to which areas would be most beneficial to place a home or village. They would search for areas where chi could gather and avoid places […]
Having a good office environment has an impact on how productive, efficient, and motivated we are. Below I show you how to apply office feng shui tips to your work environment. Tip #1 – First Impressions Remember first impressions are so important. Not just for prospects and clients but for staff as well. It is […]
Those McMansions…a major home building trend of the last several decades has pushed ceiling heights beyond the standard 9 to 10 feet, to 12 and even 18 feet plus! There is certainly an allure to high ceilings that we see in public spaces, like cathedrals, hotel lobbies, and train stations. They create a majestic and […]
It’s no secret that the entrance to your business is very important. Realtors call it “curb appeal”. Feng Shui experts call it “the mouth of chi.” It’s really the first impression prospective customers have of you. So why do business owners often neglect the entry area? Perhaps they do not realize how strongly it […]
Among the basics of Feng Shui, the 5 Elements are, I feel, the most creative way to establish balance in a space and can be the most fun! The Wood element is predominant in the Spring, representing new growth and flexibility, yet strength. Wood also represents New Beginnings and Inspiration. In a Feng Shui […]
I think we all intuitively know that trees have a tremendous impact on how we feel in a space. But for those of you who need proof: Violent Crimes I read about research done in the 1990’s in an inner city Chicago neighborhood that compared the volume of violent crime to green landscaping. Two […]
At a workshop I did last night on Feng Shui & Gardens, there were many good questions and discussions about how to get the best feeling in your garden space. One woman has her dining room window facing her neighbors unattractive stockade fence. The view is dead and does nothing for her dining experience. […]
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