How Feng Shui Can Turn Your Home Into a Relaxing Space
Creating a home that feels like a sanctuary is a goal for many homeowners. But achieving that peaceful, organised atmosphere can sometimes feel overwhelming. Enter Feng Shui—a centuries-old Chinese philosophy offering practical tools for balancing energy (or “chi”) in your living spaces. By applying a few Feng Shui principles, you can transform your house into a calming haven that nurtures both mind and body.
To help demystify Feng Shui, we’ve partnered with Jane Langof of Feng Shui Concepts, a featured speaker at the upcoming Melbourne Home Show in April. Keep reading to discover how you can harness the power of Feng Shui in your home while preparing to hear Jane share her expertise on the Home Inspo Stage.
What Is Feng Shui?
Feng Shui (pronounced “fung shway”) is the art of harmonising people with their surroundings. It focuses on arranging spaces to encourage the optimal flow of positive energy, balancing elements like Water, Fire, Earth, Wood, and Metal, and aligning the environment with specific aspects of life.
The result? A home that feels welcoming, organised, and infused with tranquillity. Through simple design tweaks—like decluttering, strategically placing furniture, and incorporating the right colours and materials—you can boost both your space’s functionality and its energy.
The Benefits of Feng Shui
Applying Feng Shui to your home offers a wealth of benefits, including:
- A Calmer Mindset: A clean, harmonious environment reduces stress and promotes relaxation.
- Better Organisation: Decluttering your space supports mental clarity and productivity.
- Enhanced Wellbeing: The flow of chi, enhanced by Feng Shui principles, fosters a sense of wellbeing.
- Intentional Living: Thoughtful room designs ensure your home reflects your lifestyle and aspirations.
With these benefits in mind, let’s explore how you can start integrating these principles into your home design.
5 Feng Shui Tips to Create a Relaxing Space
1. Declutter to Invite Energy
Clutter is one of the biggest barriers to positive energy flow. Start by decluttering main areas like your entranceway, living room, and bedroom. Keep only items that serve a purpose or bring joy. A clean and organised environment allows chi to flow freely, setting a solid foundation for a tranquil home.
Pro Tip: Create dedicated storage solutions to ensure everything has its place.
2. Enhance Your Entryway
The entrance is known as the “mouth of chi” in Feng Shui, as it’s where positive energy enters your home. Make sure it’s clean, uncluttered, and inviting. Add a plant or a piece of art to make the space warm and welcoming.
Pro tip: Place a beautiful artwork at your entrance to draw energy inside, and avoid placing a mirror directly opposite the front door to prevent chi from bouncing out.
3. Focus on the Bedroom for Restful Sleep
Your bedroom should be a sanctuary for rest and relaxation. Position your bed along the solid wall diagonally opposite to the door – the “command position” – for a greater sense of security. Opt for calming colours like green, white, or soft earth tones and choose symmetrical furniture arrangements, such as matching bedside tables, to create balance.
Pro Tip: Avoid placing mirrors facing the bed, as they are thought to disrupt energy flow during sleep.
4. Use Natural Materials for Harmony
Feng Shui principles prioritise natural materials, such as wood, stone, and linen, to balance energy. Incorporate these elements in your furniture and décor to connect your indoor environment with nature, promoting peace and relaxation.
Pro Tip: Choose wooden furniture for its grounding energy and add indoor plants for vitality.
5. Select a Balanced Colour Palette
Colours play a vital role in Feng Shui, representing different energies that can influence your mood. Neutral tones like beige, grey, or white create a calming backdrop. Accent with colours that reflect the room’s purpose—soft yellows for the kitchen, deep greens for the living room, and light blues for a home office.
Pro Tip: Use complementary colours to maintain a sense of harmony throughout your home.
Learn More at the Melbourne Home Show
Feng Shui is more than just a design philosophy—it’s a lifestyle that transforms how you interact with your space. To learn exactly how to incorporate these tips into your home, don’t miss Jane Langof’s presentation at the Home Inspo Stage during the Melbourne Home Show this April.
Jane will offer tailored advice, share practical techniques, and answer your burning questions about integrating Feng Shui into Australian homes. Whether you’re starting fresh with a new space or making small changes to an existing one, this is your opportunity to gain expert insights from one of the best in the field.
