For centuries, feng shui has helped people create homes and spaces that feel both calm and balanced. This ancient Chinese tradition is rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, as it focuses on movement, harmony of chi, the life force that flows through every environment, carrying positive energies. When ccchi move freely through a space, it is seen to promote well-being, clarity and a greater sense of comfort at home.
Interior design plays a powerful role in most people’s homes, setting the vibe in a room and enhancing its usefulness. When a space doesn’t feel welcoming, with inviting energy, it can render the room joyless, becoming an unused space in a home. The colours we chose for these spaces, the materials and the arrangement of everyday homeware all have an effect on the mood and atmosphere of a space; this is how we see that space in our homes. This means starting with making thoughtful design decisions can help to uplift and create the space that you want to live and be in.
The good news is that if you are unhappy with your space, you do not need a full home renovation; you can benefit from the principles of feng shui. Small decor updates such as incorporating natural textures, soft colour pallets, balanced shapes and meaningful decorative pieces can subtly transform the feeling of a space. In this blog, we explore 5 feng shui-inspired homewear looks that can help to refresh your interior to encourage a more positive flow of energy around your space.
1. The earth looks: natural materials
In feng shui, it’s an imprint to add stability and grounding through earthy and natural materials. Materials such as ceramics, clay, and stone in home wear can introduce natural colours of beige, sand and browns and textures, which can help to create a calming environment and promote emotional stability and balance. This can be done through the introduction of stone vases, ceramic bowls and terracotta planters or even just the introduction of natural stone through soft furnishings such as pillows and throws.
Especially in spaces where calmness is imprinted, such as living rooms, natural textures can help to connect the inhabitant to the outside, which is especially important in a day and age where many work from home or live in flats where it’s more difficult to feel grounded.
2. The light and airy look: inviting flow and fresh energy
Ensuring that interior spaces help to regulate the flow of energy, light, and fresh air into a space, which can not only make it feel more inviting but also help to open up a space and uplift the owner. This can be done through linen throws and cushions, sheer curtains and glass decor pieces that all add texture and visual elements to a room whilst also adding a light and fresh feeling. For these elements, they must be on light colours, including whites, creams and soft greys to promote positive chi as the space feels brighter and more spacious whilst preventing visual clutter.
This is ideal for bedrooms, smaller apartments and reading corners to provide a calm and open energy to your home.
3. Bringing the outdoors in: connecting nature
Harmony between humans and nature is an essential part of feng shui as it symbolises growth, renewal, and vitality, which can overall bring a fresh energy into a space. This includes introducing botanical plants, wooden trays and bowls and leaf-patterned textiles, as well as plants such as snake plants and bamboo accents. Physical plants can not only help to improve air quality but also provide visual calm, perfect for entryways to introduce welcoming energy and workspaces to inspire creativity.
4. Balancing contrast: yin and yang
Ying and yang are key elements of feng shui, meaning that there is balance within a room in equal parts. When it comes to home wear, this can mean balancing soft textiles with structured furniture, balancing light colours with darker accents and balancing smooth materials alongside textured ones. An example of this would be accompanying light wood shelves with a darker ceramic base or even pairing soft rugs with clean-line furniture.
Not only does this create visual interest and depth, but it also helps to maintain general harmony without overwhelming spaces, which is especially important in rooms that are small or are supposed to bring a calm feel.
5. Serene sanctuary: minimalism with meaning
Minimalism is a central theme in most feng shui optimised rooms, as decluttering rooms is seen to allow energy flow around the room. When a room is clearer, not only can energy move through more easily, but it’s visually more soothing. To achieve this, it’s recommended to choose single sculptural vases, simple candles or neutral-toned textiles, focusing on clear surfaces and calm palettes. Minimalism can also mean reducing technology noise, such as ensuring frequent lift maintenance and reducing the visibility of technology around the home. This minimalist living is perfect for bedrooms and meditation spaces where serenity and calmness should be at their highest, and relaxation is the main goal.
