Feng Shui is an ancient Taoist practice of organizing space. This is a philosophy, this is a whole religion. People who decorate their apartments in accordance with the rules of this practice notice that they get sick less often and are less nervous. Moreover, a room furnished according to Feng Shui is incredibly comfortable and harmonious.
“Feng Shui” is a name known to people since ancient times, when the energies of water and wind were considered the most powerful forces for people.
What should a bedroom be like according to Feng Shui?
The basis of Feng Shui is the proper formation and circulation of energy in a room. This is facilitated by the location and shape of the room, as well as the location of all its components.
All existing directions and schools associated with Feng Shui are aimed at creating harmony between a person and his environment.
So, the correct room according to Feng Shui should be a perfect square shape, rectangular is also allowed. Round, triangular, trapezoidal, and any irregularly shaped rooms are not allowed.
If you are planning a bedroom according to Feng Shui, the rules for its arrangement are also directly related to the harmonization of a person’s stay in this room.
Important! The walls, floors and ceilings of the bedroom must be perfectly level.
The room should be located away from the kitchen, toilet and front door. It should not be a passageway, and the doors of another room should not be located opposite the bedroom door.
Not everyone fully understands that a person spends almost a third of his life in the bedroom, in his sleep.
Entourage for only two: the ceiling in the newlyweds’ room
Special attention should be paid to the bedroom ceiling. A very unusual solution is a mirror or a completely mirror surface. This will give an unusual ambiance to the room and allow two young people to admire each other while looking at the ceiling.
Another original solution would be to place a large flat-screen TV on the ceiling or on the wall opposite the bed. Then you can watch family TV series or wedding video replays without getting out of bed!
Mirrored ceiling in the newlyweds' bedroom Interior of the newlyweds' bedroom photo Interior of the newlyweds' bedroom photo
Feng Shui bedroom rules for a couple: basic rules
The main task of Feng Shui in arranging a space for a couple is to eliminate quarrels and balance the energy in the couple. Therefore, to make the right Feng Shui bedroom for a couple, you need to know certain rules and laws.
Positive energy “qi” has an effect on the body not only while a person is awake, but also during sleep.
- To maintain warm relationships in the family, the couple’s room should be located in the northwestern or western part of the apartment or house.
- To enhance the romantic energy, use paired accessories, joint photos or paintings with paired figures.
- There should be no beams or lamps above the bed; it is better to hang a dream catcher or canopy above it, which will accumulate positive energy.
The environment should be calming and conducive to relaxation.
It is better for a married couple to arrange a bedroom together so that it turns into a real love nest, and the energy circulating in it strengthens their relationship.
The interior design should be dominated by pastel colors, soft lighting and smooth shapes related to the beginning of “yin”.
Important! When arranging a room together, there should be no quarrels or disputes on any issues related to repairs.
Second decoration style (dominant – balloons)
The dominant style of decoration is balloons (for example, in the shape of a heart). But it is better to use them only if the newlyweds do not lack a sense of humor. It is best to fill the balloons with helium and not tie them to anything, do not attach them, but let them fly freely. First, you can put various surprises in some balloons, for example, pour colored sparkles and confetti into one, put the wishes of friends and relatives into another, funny pictures and thematic jokes into the third, funny stories-memories of friends about the newlyweds’ childhood into the fourth. A good addition to this style of bedroom decoration will be posters, banners, banners, and comic cards made by friends of the bride and groom, leading to surprises.
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What flowers can be kept in the bedroom according to Feng Shui?
Flowers play an important role indoors: they produce the necessary oxygen, and they are also able to absorb harmful substances released by other objects. According to Feng Shui, plants still have their own energy, which they transmit into the environment, and also absorb negative energy.
The influence of positive energy “qi” largely depends on where the bedroom is located in a house or apartment.
According to this philosophy, the following types of flowers are best suited:
- aloe;
- Uzambara violet (it can also be replaced with ordinary indoor violet);
- chlorophytum;
- laurel;
- geranium.
Based on the recommendations presented, you can try to arrange the bedroom in the correct way, from the point of view of Feng Shui.
The main thing is that the flowers are liked by the occupant of the bedroom and do not have a strong smell.
In a harmoniously arranged bedroom, yin energy should prevail, promoting rest and relaxation.
Visual relief
There are recommendations from experts that allow you to create a visually light interior. In this setting, visitors have the feeling of furniture floating above the floor. To do this, choose a bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers with legs.
As a result, the size of interior items appears smaller and it is easier to clean underneath. This creates the feeling of more air. You can enhance the effect with the help of an LED strip that runs along the bottom of the furniture. This visually lifts it and gives it a feeling of flight.
In a small room it is very difficult to avoid feeling cramped. To achieve this, you can even take radical measures. For example, remove the head of the bed. On the one hand, this may seem unacceptable. However, this technique has an obvious advantage. First of all, the sleeping place will be lighter, smaller and more mobile. It can be installed in a way that is convenient, without paying attention to the headboard.
Bed placement according to feng shui
The bed is the main place in the room. And it also occupies a central place in the philosophy of Feng Shui. And for a feng shui bedroom to function well, position the bed correctly.
The main piece of furniture in a bedroom is always the bed.
- It should be facing the wall with its head (preferably on the south, south-east or south-west side).
- If the room is adjacent to the kitchen or bathroom, make sure that the bed is not adjacent to the wall behind which the bathtub, sink or toilet is located.
- The bed should not be adjacent to the wall so that it can be approached from both sides.
- Don't place it with the foot of it facing the door.
The bed should not be placed opposite the front door. This placement is associated in Feng Shui with death.
At the same time, do not forget that the bed itself should be made of natural wood, have smooth sides and clear shapes.
If two people sleep on the bed, then it is advisable that there is enough free space around it on three sides.
Arrangement of other furniture in the bedroom according to Feng Shui rules
It is also important to know how to arrange the rest of the furniture in the bedroom according to Feng Shui. There should not be a lot of furniture in this room: it interferes with the free circulation of Qi.
There should be no massive pieces of furniture in the bedroom, for example, large wardrobes or other wardrobes.
Apart from the bed, the bedroom may contain:
- closet;
- a couple of chairs;
- mirror;
- bedside tables.
You should not clutter the bedroom with a lot of furniture, as the space should be “breathing” and free for positive energies.
They should be located along the walls, not blocking windows and free access to the bed.
On a note! According to Feng Shui, a bedroom must contain a mirror.
It is recommended to purchase mirrors with rounded corners for the bedroom.
How not to make a mistake in choosing
Radical renovation is an important part of many apartment and house owners. It requires not only concentration in choosing a design, but immaterial costs. It’s a shame if after the renovation it will be difficult to stay in the bedroom. And this is quite possible if expectations do not coincide with reality. How to make sure that the selected colors fulfill their function and give the owner of the bedroom peace and tranquility.
Depending on your mood, the style of the room can be changed at least every quarter Source img.tsn.ua
A few tips before starting a renovation:
- Decide on the color you want in your bedroom and head to the hardware store. It is advisable to have a sketch of the future premises with you.
- Having chosen the necessary shades, do not rush to make your purchase. The patterns on your wall may look completely different from what you imagine. Buy several samples.
- At home, apply strokes to the bedroom walls, or better yet, draw squares, combining the selected colors on all walls.
- Leave it for several days, looking at the flowers at different times of the day and in different moods. It is quite possible that your opinion will change.
- Having finally decided on the shades, proceed to complete painting or wallpapering.
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Feng Shui mirror in the bedroom opposite the bed, what can you do?
According to the philosophy of this practice, the mirror should absolutely not be placed opposite the bed. This piece of furniture should not depict a sleeping person. According to the Taoist religion, a person’s soul is very vulnerable in a dream, so the mirror should not be placed opposite the bed. But if it is not possible to remove it, hang it with thick fabric every day before going to bed.
If you plan to install a dressing table with a large mirror in the bedroom, then the place for it should be chosen in such a way that people sleeping on the bed are not reflected in it.
Cozy attributes of a warm honeymoon nest
Furniture made of natural wood or, at a minimum, “wood-like” will add romance and naturalness to the atmosphere. The flooring in the bedroom is best made of soft, high-density carpet in medium or dark tones. This will allow residents to move around the room softly and comfortably without warm slippers.
Newlyweds' bedroom interior
If desired, you can replace it with linoleum or parquet boards, but place the fluffy skin of some strange animal on the floor as an island. You don’t have to look for a natural specimen: an artificial version will also work!
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Feng Shui and paintings: what images will decorate the walls
A painting depicting blooming peonies is best suited for a couple's bedroom. This flower symbolizes passion, love and fidelity in relationships. The following images are also suitable:
- sea;
- snow-capped peaks;
- dawn (but don’t hang a sunset picture in the bedroom);
- elephant (symbol of stability and fidelity);
- river.
In order for the bedroom to comply with the rules of Feng Shui, you need to adhere to the interpretation of color shades, according to this science.
Refuse abstraction, minimalism, images of aggression, decadence and misfortune. Also avoid images of standing water.
By reducing or increasing the intensity of the design, you can change the decor in the bedroom in accordance with your goal.
The location of the bedroom in a house or apartment according to Feng Shui
Each of the cardinal directions has its own meaning for the feng shui of the bedroom.
The northern area of the apartment promotes restful and deep sleep, which means that a person will receive good rest after everyday hassle and stressful situations.
- South: romance and passion.
- Southeast: Prosperity in business and favorable cash flows.
- Southwest: unlucky side with concentration of negative energy.
- North: calm and balance.
- Northeast: side with active energy, stimulates human activity.
- North-West: warmth and health. Especially suitable for a mature married couple.
- East: passion and strong energy.
- West: strengthening romantic relationships in couples.
The South is the optimal place for young people who strive for passionate relationships, as this zone is especially favorable for an active intimate life.
Determine your bedroom location based on what your couple needs.
How to choose the color of bed linen according to Feng Shui for a good sleep
To begin with, it is worth considering the basic colors - black and white. The first symbolizes passion, and, contrary to stereotypes, it is worth using to improve sexual relations in a couple.
The same color, having different shades, can have both negative and positive perceptions and influences.
White is considered peaceful and symbolizes purity. Great for both single people and married couples.
White color combines all the shades found in nature, and at the same time is associated with purity and innocence.
Blue and blue are also calming. Suitable for restful sleep and balancing overly active energy.
Blue color is a symbol of clear sky and water. It helps create a sense of depth and mystery.
For married couples, pink and purple are also suitable, as they embody romance and passion.
The color pink promotes such conditions as cheerfulness, good mood, strengthening of hope, feelings of warmth and comfort.
Color scheme for a small room
To visually expand the space in a small bedroom, you should give preference to simple shapes and light colors. It is important to understand that overly elaborate details, an abundance of decor and a variety of shades will create a feeling of clutter.
It is better to choose Scandinavian style or minimalism. The base shade should be white. Or a light pastel color. Moreover, you shouldn’t limit yourself to just walls. Give preference to light furniture and textiles. A monocolor interior is the best option for such a situation.
Experts advise decorating the interior of a bedroom in no more than two shades. Moreover, the smaller the dimensions of the room, the brighter you can choose the second shade. For basic white, you can choose a trendy dark blue. It will not lose its relevance in 2022. A wall in this contrasting shade will visually create the feeling of more space.