Atlanta Apartments

Feng Shui (Fung Schway) is an ancient Chinese Philosophy of the flow of “wind and water” or chi. The goal of Feng Shui is to maximize the flow of positive chi in an area. In this case, you want positive energy in your apartment. Although Feng Shui is a complex science altogether, there are practical tips for mere mortals in Atlanta apartments.

You want to achieve flow in your Atlanta apartment. The idea behind this is that “chi” should flow through everything. Feng Shui attempts to harness good chi to flow into everything and benefit the dwellers. In terms of practicality, it may simply mean we must prevent clutter in our apartment. Things should be easily accessed in storage, use it accordingly and be returned with ease. This way, there is easy movement in every area of your unit.

Color has varying effects on each person. For example, red can give a boost of energy to a person, but to some it may give the feeling of aggravation. Pay attention on how colors make you feel. Know the colors that make you feel relaxed and homey.

Notice your doorway. I must be just the right size. Placing chimes and mirrors on the doorway is very popular in Asia. They believe that these charms will bring good chi or good luck in the household.

The more windows an Atlanta apartment has, the better. It is believed that where natural sunlight flow, only good chi can flow. You would want to avoid, though, two windows facing each other, a window facing a door or two doors facing each other. It is believed that good chi goes straight out the other end and will leave bad chi in the house. To counteract this, you may place a mirror on top or at the side of one window or door. This way, the direction of chi can be deflected to other areas of the house.

The Chinese has always considered fish lucky this is why a large number of them own fish tanks. But be weary of fish tanks. The luck it brings will depend on its position in the apartment. Never put a fish tank where you sleep because it will cause too much “water” (Remember that there must be a balance of elements in a room). It is better to place a fish tank where may be viewed by everyone and makes for easier feeding and maintenance.

Incense sticks are always helpful in driving away bad chi. Scented incense sticks can leave your Atlanta apartment with a nice smell. Consider this but be careful in setting off the fire alarms.

Feng Shui need not be complicated for the Atlanta apartment dweller. It is just about keeping your unit clean and clutter free for good flow of energy and people. Feng Shui rules need not be stringent. In the end, it will be about how comfortable and at ease you feel in the Atlanta apartment.