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 […]
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How to Apply Feng Shui to Offices
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 […]
Is Your Business Entrance Helping or Hurting You?
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 […]
Creating a Feng Shui Garden: Wood element
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 […]
The Connection Between Violence & Trees
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 […]
Window Without a View
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. […]