How to create a Feng Shui bedroom?

Everyone appreciates the benefits of a peaceful and comfortable living environment. The principle is that your surroundings affect not only your material comfort but also your physical and mental energy. In this article, we'll explore the main concepts for creating a stylish and feng shui bedroom.

Feng shui (pronounced "feng shui") examines how the placement of things and objects affects the flow of energy in our lives. This energy flow influences how we think and act, which in turn impacts our performance and therefore our personal and professional success. Feng shui affects you every moment of the day, whether you are aware of it or not.

Understanding Feng Shui: A Blend of Art and Science

What is feng shui? Classical feng shui is both an art and a science. This ancient Chinese practice aims to improve people's lives. The principles of feng shui are based on the Yi Jing , or Book of Changes, whose central ideology rests on the fact that everything is "energy" .

Qi is the Chinese word that designates the energy of the universal life force which is constantly evolving.

Building energy & feng shui

According to Odle , the scientific aspect of feng shui relies on calculation methods that reveal the energy blueprint of the space around us, and therefore of all buildings. This blueprint is determined by both the building's magnetic orientation and its construction date. These energy combinations have predictable consequences on the lives of the building's occupants due to their prolonged exposure to them. And as with everything in life, there is a mix of favorable and unfavorable energy combinations in every building.

Decoration and Feng Shui

As for the art of feng shui, it relates more to decoration and furniture to create a positive flow. After all, a room where the energy is unbalanced can affect our health, relationships, and finances more than we can probably imagine. Discover the world of feng shui with us now ! ☯

The bedroom should be a place of rest, romance, and relaxation, and nothing else. Since we tend to spend more than eight hours a day in this sacred space, we need to maximize our well-being in this room. Feng shui, at its most effective, can help us get closer to this ideal and even achieve it.

Before you begin, I recommend a quick decluttering and energy clearing to remove any negativity from the air. Consider burning sage , palo santo , or cedar to cleanse the space of negative energy. This will give you a fresh foundation on which to build the chi (life force energy) of the room.

Now, let's review the most effective "settings" for creating a feng shui bedroom. In this article, you'll find the rules to follow for decorating one of the most important rooms in your home and thus better understand the feng shui environment.

How to choose a feng shui color for your bedroom?

In feng shui, certain colors are believed to promote maximum sensuality and peaceful vibrations in the bedroom, encouraging restful sleep. Generally, skin tones or muted colors found in nature are recommended. Here are some of our favorite feng shui colors:

• Off-white
• Cream (zen feng shui bedroom color)
• Chocolate
• The brunettes
• Peach tones

A word of caution : don't overdo it with peach! It's believed to be very effective at attracting a partner, so effective that we should use it with caution. If you paint your entire bedroom peach, chances are you'll attract one person, then someone else, and someone else... Instead, consider using peach as an accent color on pillows, sheets, and small decorative items. While accent walls and wallpaper can be tempting, keep them to a minimum and use soft colors with limited patterns.

Bright white walls should also be avoided, as they can become overly stimulating at night. Pure white is a color associated with the metallic element . which is mentally stimulating and not conducive to rest.

In short, the best feng shui colors for your bedroom depend largely on your needs. If you want a bit more passion in your bedroom, try adding a few touches of red. Earthy and neutral colors offer more support and relaxation. If you're looking for healing and vitality, try blues and greens. Pinks and peaches are ideal shades for attracting a partner.
But above all, feel and pay attention to the colors that attract you. Sometimes, we know exactly what we need if we simply listen.

How to position your bed according to feng shui?

Another way to quickly promote harmony and relaxation in your bedroom is simply to rearrange it. The most important piece of furniture to pay attention to is, of course, your bed.

You need to make sure it's in what's called the "command position." This means you should place your bed so that you can see the front door when you're lying in it (the Feng Shui bed orientation) . If you place your bed on the same wall as your door, you'll feel threatened, as if someone might surprise you in your sleep.

Speaking of beds, they should always have a headboard! In feng shui, Zen headboards provide a sense of support in life. (In feng shui, sleeping with your head facing south is strongly advised).

If you only have a box spring, you can get a headboard separately, but make sure it's securely attached to the bed so it doesn't wobble. When choosing a headboard, opt for one with soft edges whenever possible. Heavy cast iron or slatted headboards have that same "sharp" energy you're trying to avoid in such a relaxing space. Instead, choose fabric headboards, as they provide a soft and inviting feel .

Platform beds are also very good, but make sure the platform does not have any sharp angles where you could injure your shins.

And finally, take a good look at what's stored under your bed. The objects under your bed affect you while you sleep in a passive yin state. What you have under your bed can also represent or create subconscious blockages in your life.

Letters from ex-partners can keep you stuck in your current relationship. Shoes can make you feel like you're moving rather than resting. Luggage can prevent you from moving around and feeling at home, and so on.

It's time to free up the space under your bed. If possible, it's recommended to have no storage underneath at all. This allows qi (vital energy) to flow freely around it and heal you while you sleep.

Feng shui layout

For a successful layout, the first thing you need to do is know what object to use and how to use it best.

Technology, to be avoided

In our fast-paced modern lives, we spend a lot of time hunched over our screens. So why not make your bedroom a sanctuary free from all technology? Remove all televisions, electronic devices, appliances, and phones so they don't produce negative energy around you.

A mirror, a possible accessory?

In feng shui, it's said that mirrors in front of the bed invite a third person to join you... It's also believed that mirrors reflect energy around a space, which could disrupt your sleep. If you need a feng shui mirror , make sure it's facing something you enjoy looking at and that it reflects that. (This may seem like common sense, but it's something many of you forget.)

A wall decoration above the bed, a subtle art

To create a sense of lightness, you can hang a light and flowing feng shui painting with an inviting motif. However, be careful with decorations depicting water. Keeping water elements in the bedroom is a major taboo in feng shui. No fountains and no photos or paintings of boats on the ocean, rivers, or harbors, etc.

For a zen feng shui decor, opt for nature-themed paintings . These will bring a touch of lightness, ideal for a feng shui bedroom.

Bedside tables with sharp angles

Bedside tables should be sturdy, but not too bulky or threatening. They should be discreet, ideally rounded, and placed lower and further from the sleeper's head. You don't want anything sharp in your face while you sleep!

Large pieces of furniture

Replace large wardrobes and furniture that make you feel oppressed when you're lying down. ( Feng shui furniture arrangement is one of the central elements for successful feng shui decor.) We recommend not keeping bookshelves in the bedroom, but if you already have them, make sure your books are well organized and lying flat (horizontally) , as vertical books can give the impression of being "cut off" .

In feng shui, pairs are believed to promote loving and harmonious energy, so arrange your bedroom for two people, even if you're not currently in a relationship. Leave a little extra space on your dresser and nightstand, and display everything in pairs.

• 2 similar bedside tables
• 2 pillows
• 2 similar lamps

Is having plants in a bedroom Feng Shui?

This point is the most controversial... But there are indeed feng shui plants. Their energies are considered too strong and too focused on growth, which can disrupt the relaxing atmosphere you're looking for in your bedroom. So opt for plants that promote health and wealth.

All these feng shui accessories are designed to stimulate our five senses. Here's how they can impact the atmosphere of our bedroom.

The sense of smell

We recommend using essential oils in an ultrasonic diffuser or a candle diffuser. Limit yourself to a few drops of oil diluted in water, and don't let them diffuse for more than an hour or two.

They're very powerful! Feng shui lavender and jasmine oils are both calming for the bedroom. If you have a cough, opt for ravintsara or eucalyptus. Looking to boost your sexual energy? Choose cinnamon or ylang-ylang.

Touch

In the bedroom, it's best to use soft, inviting fabrics whenever possible. We recommend velvet, satin, and Egyptian cotton for sheets, pillows, cushions, and curtains. Your sheets should be especially soft against your skin.

The view

As mentioned earlier, earthy brown tones are really what you should see in your bedroom. Bright tones (reds, pinks, and oranges) can also be used, but sparingly. Again, these accents should always be presented in pairs.

In your bedroom, you can also decorate one of your walls with symbolic wall art . For example, in feng shui, butterflies symbolize peace and joy. (They are well known for promoting marital happiness.)

Hearing

Soft, soothing sounds can promote deep sleep. Try them tonight!

The Taste

Even if you don't want to bring food into your room, make sure to keep a small jar of water next to your bed. Add a little lemon and drink it in the morning for a little pick-me-up.

You are now able to create your own feng shui environment. If you happen to be wondering how to decorate your bedroom , we have answered this question in the past. You will now know how to decorate your bedroom and give it that essential feng shui touch, which helps to eliminate negative energies and vibrations impacting your psychological state and health.

See you soon.

The Lofty Trend Team.