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1. Water dragon
For a house at ground floor, we can try to activate the water dragon usually at the frontage of the house.
2. For apartments or flat, the higher we are up the higher we already have `virtual' water or clear space.
A water position in such a home, is not `compulsory'. Unless, to improve or trap wealth.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Steven,
1. Yes, I truly agree with you with the statement below.
2. No two apartments even in the same development are the same or have the same Feng Shui.
3. A Quantum Leap in Feng Shui occurs as a result of F.O.C. (Free-of-charge) Feng Shui.
This is where, your home gets a boost of luck or receive in expense of others. In additional the house shapes and form is excellent.
4. Usually a toilet alone at the centrepoint can still be sustainable.
This is ONE major leak.
But, when we first select a new home, most of us would like to `start' fresh with zero problems.
5. Usually, from my personal experiences, if there are TWO or more MAJOR leaks, then, one may expect usually financial problems.
6. In the case of one Major leak e.g. toilet at the centre, this would mean that most likely money comes in and out just as quickly.
But, in addition to this, the house is not suitable to us and / or internal or external shapes and forms is no good, then, it is like `THREE STRIKES AND ONE IS OUT' OR OUR OF LUCK.
9. It is this worry that, Robert has mentioned that, there are homes that do not match this profile.
10. In fact, these two days, I have personally looked into:-
Case 1:-
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I received a fax yesterday from a new client who was facing trouble. When the fax came out, I saw a fish tank at the centrepoint of the mansionette (two storey public housing board flat)
Furthermore, he was found to be a strong water person. Currently he is out of job.
In addition, he marked out areas where he had previously consulted another FS practitioner:
The practitioner asked him to:-
1. Place a Phoenix figurine at the balcony.
2. A jade horse facing inside of the balcony towards the living room.
3. A bowl of water with a tortise.
It seems the phoenix bird figurine was facing South. And the bowl with tortise was at the north. But this is also the location of the main door.
In my opinion, this is a classic misunderstanding of the 4 Symbolic animals.
The previous Feng Shui practitioner could have perhaps literally see a picture of the four symbolic animals and ask the client to place it base on his interpretation.
Unfortunately, this is a classic case of wrongly applying the 4 symbolic animals. Imagine placing a mountain e.g. tortise facing the front door. This is symbolic of placing an obstacle at the front of our house.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 1/4/2003 2:07:00 AM, Steven Neo
wrote:
Hi Cecil, I like to ask if
Warren @ Cho Chu Kang is a
good fengshui place and your
valuable advice.
U may like to access
http://mclland.com.sg to get
the site maps.
i understand u advice that
toilets in centre of house is
not auspicious. But these days
almost all new houses private
or public are built this way.
Including the Warren that I am
asking about.
So how to remedy?
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Dear Stacey,
1. The main disadvantage of an irregular room will be for marriage - especially for newly married couples.
2. Base on your simple sketch, it seems that your room still looks rectangluar to me. The closet does not seem to be a major problem.
3. For a bedroom, it is always best not to subdivide it i.e. making it too small as this can also affect marriage and harmony.
Please see below:-QuoteOn 1/7/2003 9:26:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Where should my bed go?
The bedroom is not in a
rectangular shape because of
an indentation where the
closet is, (So therefore with
the exception of the NW and W
the bedroom door is not
visible to the rest of the
room) and the window takes up
almost the entire SW wall,
though there is slightly more
wall area toward the more
western side. The downside to
the W corner is that just on
the other side of the wall is
the back door to the building,
with people opening and
slamming the door late at
night and early in the
morning. The other side of
the wall is the main corridor
of the first floor of the
building. There isn't too
much traffic, but it is
noticable.
Looks like your house has thin walls:(
Based on your description, we have adopt a sensible approach in your case.
Since, all of must have have quality sleep; it does not seem placing your bed at West is a good idea. Especially of the interuption close to your bedtime - perhaps early morning is not as bad.Quote..hall..
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bathrm door_
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NW............................
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.... here? .|
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|HERE?........................
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W________..............SW
window....____S |
My forunate directions are NE,
NW, W, and SW. SE is my death
direction. S is disaster.
The room is very small, and
the window is almost the
entire length of the SW wall.
There would be no space for
room dividers or screens,
although I would like to put a
curtain of some sort (either
beaded or some sheer fabric
like chiffon) to cut off the
odd shape of the bedroom door
Please don't do this in a small room!
passage way to make the room a
rectangular shape and soften
that harsh wall corner.
Keeping in mind that the bed
will take up a considerable
amount of space in the room
(about 1/4 of total floor
space- and I just have a small
bed), if you were me- WHERE
WOULD YOU PUT THE BED???
Feng Shui or earth luck is not a cure all.
Sometimes, if we do not have a favourable room Feng Shui, we should increase more of our MAN luck.
Man luck refers to:
1. Positive thoughts and attitude
2. Have funny and enjoy life to the fullest
3. Get support from family and friends
4. A sensible diet and exercise.
Looks like the north wall seems a better choice. Do not place the bed against an open window.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil Lee
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Dear Co Huynh,
1. If you are a weak metal person, the element that can give you a significant boost is earth.
2. Water element does not benefit you under Ba Zi.
3. Please note that water position in the wrong location of a house can affect one's marriage and even wealth.
4. Usually, it is best not to use water in the back of the house as most of the time it is inauspicious.
5. The most effective use of water is still at the frontage of the house or using Flying Star Feng Shui to detect metal positions:-
5.1 The most beneficial way to activate water
dragon is to locate #7 (weak metal) and #6 (strong metal).
Under the Five elements concept, metal supports water. This is a major consideration especially for a house born under Period 7 where usually adding water position to #7 and #6 can bring beneficial results.
Note: not all locations can use water. For example not favourable if this is the centre-point of the house. If this is the back of the house etc.... If in doubt consult a competent FS practitioner.
5.2 For high rise living, activating water dragon is less of a problem since the higher you stay, there is `virtual' water.
Sometimes, `virtual' water may be missing e.g. the frontage of the flat/apartment blocked by another similiar block of flat facing you. Sometimes, a water position can help.
5.3 If your Ba Zi is a weak fire or strong fire, try not to have a water feature inside your home.
The above are some of the major considerations when applying water especially if it is merely on the context of Feng Shui.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 1/6/2003 3:16:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
I have a South facing house.
So my North wall is at the the
back of the house.
I have placed an aquarium at
this North wall (or back of
the house). Should I
remove it. I am weak metal.
Thank you so much for your
valuable advice
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Dear Hoa Luong,
Actually, you check out this `Wizard' link on lawsuits:-
http://sg.geomancy.net/products/recommend-solutions/so-lawsuit.htm
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/27/2002 1:03:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Cecil,
My boyfriend Stephan is a
Strong Earth born on May 5,
1961 at 6:08pm (the year of
the OX). He's involved in a
LAWSUIT regarding the buyout
of his real estate partnership
interest with a former
employer who was born in
either the year of the Rat or
the Pig. The lawsuite has
been going on for three years
and will go to court sometime
in the middle of 2003.
I recently got him involved
in FengShui and now he would
like to know what he can do
from a fengshui standpoint to
win the lawsuit? I recommend
that he should hang a
6-coin-tied-with-red-string in
the West sector of his house
for the remaining of 2002 and
then in the Southwest sector
for 2003. Do you think this
is enough? Any other advice
would be greatly appreciated.
He said he would be willing to
pay for your service but I
checked in your shopping
department and I couldn't find
anything that fit in with his
lawsuit problem.
Thank you very much as always,
Hoa
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Dear Kay,1. Placing the figurines in the living room is indeed the most common location.
2. In my vast experience visiting Chinese homes, I have observed that the Fu Lu Shou figurines are typically placed on a display table, often on an open shelf. This practice is widely followed.
3. Placing the figurines under a waterfall is not a common tradition.
4. While some may pour virtual water on the figurines, I personally do not recommend this as it is best to stick to traditional customs.
5. It is crucial to ensure that the figurines are not placed below a beam and to adhere to other guidelines such as avoiding placement on the opposite wall of a toilet bowl or facing towards bedrooms.
I hope this information clarifies your query.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/28/2002 10:31:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
I am wondering where i can
place my Fu Lu Shou. Is it
alright to place it:-
1)in the living room at the
south wall AND
2)underneath a waterfall
picture?
cheers
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Dear Flannery,
It is best to look at the home from the perspective of Shapes and Forms Feng Shui.
If distinctively, one of the rooms is `meant' to be the master bedroom e.g. bigger with attached bathroom etc... then, based on Shapes and Forms Feng Shui, it is preferred that the head of the house (breadwinner) should where possible occupy this room.
If there is no distinction between the master bedroom or other bedroom, then, you can sleep in the North-East room.
Usually, if your daughter is to occupy the South-East room, then, it is preferred that the room is harmonized with her ba zi. And this is checked with the Flying star of the room.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/25/2002 11:08:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
My spouse and I recently
purchased a house, and will be
moving in about a week.
The house has two bedrooms,
one in the Southeast and one
in the Northeast corners. The
Southeast bedroom is located
in my "Death" sector, and my
daughter's "Irritation"
sector, whereas the Northeast
bedroom is located in my
"Excellent" sector, and my
daughter's "Longevity" sector.
My question is, since I am to
be the main provider in the
household, should I take the
Northeast bedroom, and allow
my daughter to sleep in the
Southeast? I have heard (?)
that children are less
succeptible to "bad Feng
Shui." If I take the
Northeast bedroom, is there
anything I can/should do to
make my daughter's bedroom
more auspicious for her?
And am I correct in thinking
that the main provider of the
household should choose the
more auspicious locations for
him/herself, or should I
consider each member of the
household individually?
Best regards,
Flannery
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Dear Anon,
1. In a major `leak' senario, such as a leak in wealth, based on many past observations; usually one major leak may not necessarily be a `downfall'.
2. For example, a toilet at the centrepoint or centre of gravity of a house is considered one major leak. But, on it's own, usually, and depending on the individual's ba zi (heaven luck), if it is reasonable or if the house is still an acceptable fit, one major leak such as a toilet can be considered as an irritation.
3. Usually, a major downfall occurs when there are at least 2 or more major leaks. When this happens, it is difficult to fix-the-leak.
Thus, it is not good to have a toilet at the centrepoint. As it is like when are trying to start a 100 metre run, we are already handicapped. Which is not ideal.
4. Frankly, I am not too keen if an apartment is in close proximity to any apartment. Especially, no matter how, units next to or near to it, would be affected by metallic Sha Qi (friction of the wheels on the rails. And, there is a low frequency, disturbance.
5. Just a few days ago, I visited a new apartment which next to another block close-by. Some how, at floors above the level of the MRT track, one seems to hear quite a disturbance. For new HDB flats such as those parallel to the MRT track e.g. Woodlands Drive 75 and older Drive 73 flats.
6. Prior to your question on Yishun Emerald Condo, I had two clients who bought the flats as first buyers. They subsequently sold it in 2000 at a reasonable price.
7. I believe, many Singaporeans are discerning. And with or without Feng Shui aid, many go for good sites.
8. We cannot draw the parallel of Yishun Emerald Condo with Centrepointhomes recent release of Cote d'Azur. Since Cote d'Azur is in the prime district 15 area.
http://www.Centrepointhomes.com
9. But we can compare Cote d'Azur with Costa Del Sol (which is along the east coast area).
10. Cote d'Azur sold like hot cakes and nearly sold out. While Costa Del Sol (at the last press release had sold no more than 30 percent. And yet, is almost - there closer to TOP).
11. Cote d'Azur has veru good Feng Shui. Development equal to The Tropica of Hong Leong.
12. While Costa Del Sol reminds me of Mandarin Gardens: which is in my opinion, more like two snakes because each major blocks are glued together. In my opinion, not too FS friendly to allow dragon qi from closer inland to `flow thru'. Sometimes creating compressed qi.
13. In this case, imagine the swimming pool area, the qi circulates in a vortex in many occasions and may make swimming uncomfortable due to high winds just above it's surface.
14. In my opinion, the Yishun Emerald will continue to be passed on for sale, first hand from the developer since, many would wise up and not take up the units. Much like, the Regency, which had TOP for a few years yet, still hoping to be sold.
15. If you can, try to do some pre-empative work like either place your name with developers or check out their website for new or upcoming developments.
16. In my opinion, in the past, I personally seen may Far East developments which, perhaps by coincidence, but left me with an impression of quality defects.
17. So far, I personally liked MCL land's quality control on many of their developments. Maybe, they do not develop as much but it is worth while looking at their development if new ones should come up. Often, very reasonably priced. Therefore, I have a good impression of them.
Wishing you a fruitful House Hunting!
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/25/2002 11:47:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi Cecil,
Thank you very much for your
advise. I really appreciate
it. We've decided to forgo
this development. Besides
having toilet in the center
which make me uneasy, the
location is not ideal either
(in between 2 MRT stns!)So, my
husband and I decided to rent
a place for the time being
till we find a better
investment place.
Thanks again....Daphne
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Dear Ling Tien,
Thank you for attaching your layout plan.
Within Flying Star Feng Shui, there are indeed many schools.
Ultimately, when we super-impose the luo shu grid either the pie chart or the 9 grid, it should match the compass directions.
Therefore, in all authentic schools, the centrepoint is determined. For a relatively small place like a house of 1,200 sq ft or even a house of 5,000 sq ft, usually, the centrepoint or centre of gravity is found.
Here, the luo shu grid is laid on the layout plan.
Actually, if we use the Flying Star (Xuan Kong Feng Shui), if the house was born in period 7, most likely even if the main door has been interpreted diferently, the characteristics of a Period 7 house will still usually show i.e. East (often not less than #5 x 2 (because, especially for this year, #5 flies to East. While #2 files to South. And often South may have #2 x 2 or more. Which is not ideal.
Like different schools, quite often, using the loupan, some schools basically see where your main door is. And as you had mentioned, take an exact reading inside the house looking out. But if the main door is facing another direction, like what you had mentioned, this may not be practical.
Some other schools looks at the location where there is most light coming into the home. For example, imagine if one's apartment is on the ground level. Given this idea, most of the time, the frontage is the location is where if this is a landed property, this frontage is the main door.
In such a situation, usually, three readings are taken facing the frontage. One reading is at e.g. the right side, the middle and the left side. All these three readings are added and divided by three to get an average reading. This reading is then the `facing' or the main door reading. While the `sitting' is directly behind the facing.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/26/2002 2:24:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Cecil,
Is it possible for a main door
facing NW but in north sector?
As I read some books, the
example illustrate is the
direction of the door facing
is in that repsective sector.
For eg, door facing NE in NE
sector. However, I have been
thinking and believe that the
main door is in the north
sector but facing NW. However,
when comes to flying star
interpretation, I am bit
confused. Should i continue to
consider main door in North
sector or should i put the
main door in NW sector?
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Dear Daphne,
Please see below:-QuoteOn 12/20/2002 11:27:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi Cecil,
I am seriously consider
purchasing a unit at Yishun
Emerald. Appreciate if you
will advise me on the
followings:
1.It is consider a period 7
building and period 7 will end
in 2003.What is the
implication for period 7
building? Would you advise to
wait and purchase a one of
period 8, which will begin
soon?
Usually, for a condo, it is mostly `move-in' condition. And normally, few if any major renovations are done.
Usually, Yishun Sapphire, will continue to be under Period 7. The main concern for a period 7 house is the East compass direction. Especially if it is a bedroom. As many of houses under Period 7, have at least #5 (misfortune/sickness) stars x 2 at this location. 2002, is worse-off because the year star also #5 at this sector. South also has #2 but not as bad as the East. Although, some homes (depending) on the main door, has #2 x 2 for the 20 year period.Quote2. All units in Yishun Emerald
has a bathroom/toilet located
in the center of the
floorplan, which is very bad
feng shui. Is there any cure
for this besides not using the
bathroom /toilet?
Frankly, this will bring down the Feng Shui luck tremendously. There is no cure here.
However, the best one can do here is to maximize the home based on breadwinners ba zi. And fix any other major leaks if any.
I believe, many of the first hand owners had paid a high price for it for a 99 year tenure apartment. Two years ago, the approximate price per sq ft was around $500/- to $550 depending on the level.
Based on new developments of similar type, the price is very competitive and many new first hand condos can be purchased at much lower than this i.e. $395 to $460psf 99 year tenure.
Personally, unless, there is a strategic reason for choosing the location e.g. upgrading/familiarity, within child's school, workplace etc... if it is me, I would try to source for other developments.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Ling Tien,
You can do it but, in my opinion, it may not be as effective.
In addition, nowadays, a modern office table, has a monitor and for some even a PC cpu on it. And quite heavy. If it is not stable, it may topple down. not too good, thou.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/25/2002 7:26:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Cecil,
I understand that there are
certain auspicious dimension
for working desk. Asuming the
length, depth and height is
inauspicous; there is nothing
I can do since it is company
property and I was not allowed
to bring in my own customize
table.
Is it ok if I make the table
higher by putting
something(For eg, wooden block
or stacks of paper) on the
4legs to mtch the auspicious
height? Many thanks in advance
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Dear Daphne,
In a tropical country such as ours, there is a quirk with the application of the East/West group of persons or known as Eight House.
This is especially so, if the living room; several bedrooms and even the master bedroom is `bathe' by the afternoon sun (West facing) or even the morning sun (East facing).
One significant concern is if these rooms face another block of flats. The direct sun light and reflected (sha qi) from other close-by buildings will totally reduce the advantage of having a house face our good direction.
I feel that such cosmic `radiation' (especially with the ozone layer hole) may be detrimental to many of us in the long run. Especially if our apartment is exposed to it (directly or reflected from the walls of other unit). Here, the alternative is to install thick curtains etc... and by doing so, the house can become darken.
In general, a North to South or close to this alignment is always a much better choice, overall.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/22/2002 3:16:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Daphne,
1. Usually, the better units
have been sold earlier if you
are buying the property first
hand. As Yishun Sapphire has
been on the market for quite
some time.
2. Generally, Yishun Sapphire
sits on a good `earth' shape
plot of land. My major
complaint is some of the units
may be affected by the MRT
track running parallel to one
side of it.
I can draw a parallel to this
with the Tropical Spring
condominium in Simei. Some of
the units in this condo and in
one case, the sound of the
moving MRT trains can be heard
(loudly) within the master
bedroom.
2. However, there units that
face Yishun Avenue 2 which is
very close to the MRT tracks
which runs parallel to it.
Some of these units cannot run
away from the noise level
generated by the friction of
daily MRT cabins. Which may
account for some of the units
not sold. On a Feng Shui
level, such units close to the
MRT tracks may have quite alot
of noise: metal element
noise/vibration or sha qi.
3. If the unit which you
intend to purchase does not
have this noise and in
general, it suits your budget
and if you and your family
members feel comfortable
within it, this is usually a
good step.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
P.S. In Singapore, another way
of looking at a property is to
see the take-up response of
the public despite the
property glut. The reasonably
good ones have at least 70-80
percent take up after 6
months, placed on sale. Many
of the not so desirable one's
seems never to be sold.
Recently in the local
newspapers, there are a few
condominiums that despite
being on the market for more
than 6 or more months had only
a take up rate of 20 percent
or less.
It is interesting to note this
article. Because, when one
moves in, one may be moving
into a `ghost' town. Imagine,
staying on a unit where our
unit is the only occupied
unit.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Danil,
The purpose of using Feng Shui, Ba Zi and other Chinese divinity methods is to try to boost our overall luck.
The wrong way to approch this is to simply focus at one sector and cover it with gold etc...
Let us not forget that there are more sectors than just this sector.
The most promising way to enhance luck are:
1. Try to fix any leaks in the home, first.
2. Only after one has fixed these leaks, should one look at enhancements.
Overall, Feng Shui should be practised in a holistic way. And, this involves many theories and concepts. And each theory or concept has a specific aim, strength and weakness.
Frankly, if one were to do it on your own, then, there is a long way to go. But the most sound way is to understand this statement: do it right the first time round. If one needs to learn, try to start by getting fundamentals correct.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/18/2002 9:16:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Master Cecil,
I have a predicament regarding
my wealth sector which need
your advise.
According to my kua number 6,
the wealth sector is at west
direction. Unfortunately, the
west located on my kitchen
area.
Can I or how can I activate
the kitchen area?
I'm living in HDB corner flat
which my main door face at
right angle to all my neigbour
corridor's doors. Should I use
my main door or the whole
building as the facing
direction?
Appreciate your reply asap.
Thanks.
Danil Tan
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Dear Daphne,
1. Usually, the better units have been sold earlier if you are buying the property first hand. As Yishun Sapphire has been on the market for quite some time.
2. Generally, Yishun Sapphire sits on a good `earth' shape plot of land. My major complaint is some of the units may be affected by the MRT track running parallel to one side of it.
I can draw a parallel to this with the Tropical Spring condominium in Simei. Some of the units in this condo and in one case, the sound of the moving MRT trains can be heard (loudly) within the master bedroom.
2. However, there units that face Yishun Avenue 2 which is very close to the MRT tracks which runs parallel to it. Some of these units cannot run away from the noise level generated by the friction of daily MRT cabins. Which may account for some of the units not sold. On a Feng Shui level, such units close to the MRT tracks may have quite alot of noise: metal element noise/vibration or sha qi.
3. If the unit which you intend to purchase does not have this noise and in general, it suits your budget and if you and your family members feel comfortable within it, this is usually a good step.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
P.S. In Singapore, another way of looking at a property is to see the take-up response of the public despite the property glut. The reasonably good ones have at least 70-80 percent take up after 6 months, placed on sale. Many of the not so desirable one's seems never to be sold.
Recently in the local newspapers, there are a few condominiums that despite being on the market for more than 6 or more months had only a take up rate of 20 percent or less.
It is interesting to note this article. Because, when one moves in, one may be moving into a `ghost' town. Imagine, staying on a unit where our unit is the only occupied unit.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/20/2002 12:17:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi Cecil,
I read with great interest
your analysis on the various
condominium projects here.
Appreciate if you will advise
is Yishun Emerald a good buy,
in term of Feng Shui, as we
are planning to purchase a
unit at block 28, unit 19,
which is facing the road, as
it is cheaper than those
facing swimming pool. We are
suppose to view it tomorrow
but now I'm not sure as I
would like to hear from you
first. This project is on a 99
years tenure by Centrepoint
Properties.
Thank you very much...Daphne.
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Dear Judith,
1. In my opinion, I feel that if the aloe vera is a `soft' (short) plant. And although it has some thorns, these are equally soft.
2. I personally do have several aloe vera plants and I also do not have an issue.
3. In fact, if they grow well and healthy, this is indeed a very good sign.
4. We can draw a parallel to having a TV set in the bedroom. Many of us grew up at an age where each room in the house has a personal TV set. There is no issue for many of us.
This is about tolerance level: How thick is our skin? Some of us thrive on pressure.
The key point here is that: we have a short life span on this earth. And, what better way to truly enjoy ourselves while we can.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/17/2002 11:11:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Recently a friends mother
complained that there were too
many Aloe Vera plants in the
back yard (all are potted) and
that they were bringing bad
luck. I keep them for their
medicinal use and I find them
to be quite a beautiful plant.
Your thoughts?
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Dear Donna,
1. Yes, based on your description, this is indeed a threat to your home. The test is to stand inside the house looking out of the main door. If you can see the threat coming, then it is a threat or poison arrow.
2. If there is a small roof or rain shelter at the frontage of your house you can use a 6 rod metal wind chime to neutralise it. Since most roofs are constructed with wood. And under the five elements concept: Metal can destroy wealth.
3. Alternatively, in the east or Far East, Ba Gua mirror is often placed above the main door to serve as a protection from these.
You can do a SEARCH for the various types. Or go to the conference: Photo Tours of Interest (with pictures) and locate a few postings on the Type of Ba Gua available.
This is a traditional method. But I often find or hear many Western Feng Shui practitioners especially some of those practising in the west `cursing' or worse `swearing' at others for recommending this. I feel this is one of the difference that some non-Chinese practitioners may differ in their thinking.
Frankly, I still feel that even in modern times, this practise will never die: in my life time or for the next several generations.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/15/2002 10:39:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Cecil,
My main door directly facing
my neighbor's triangle roof
line. It is a poinsing arrow?
What's the cure?
Thank you so much for your
reply and advice last time!
I've truly learned a lot from
you and your site!!
Thanks!
Donna
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Dear Josephine,
Yes, usually, it is best to check for `leaks' in the house, first.
It would be nice if we can enhance but often, we forget that we must first fix-the-leaks.
From a Shapes and Forms point, there are several leaks in your home. (Frankly, I have not used other tools, it it involves more anlysis - due to a busy schedule). But from a Shapes and Forms and forms view, there are several leaks:-
1. Narrow hallway, which is on one side of the house.
2. Markings A to B:-
The back patio sliding door. The path of qi from A to B is a direct path. And not auspicious. (Especially if the door is opened).
In addition, because of this long corridor, there is supressed Qi. And it can also leak the other way thru the door towards the garage area.
3. Markings C to D:-
Based on your diagram, it looks like there are widows at C or D. If so, there is a potential leak of qi especially if the windows are opened. Try to open alternative windows in this case.
4. Marking X:-
The entrance into the house is close to the centrepoint of the house at Marking X. There is compressed qi (narrowing) at this area. Upstairs also has similar compressed Qi at markings E and F.
5. In your home, it seems that qi flow cannot properly meander from the living room area to the other side i.e. garage facing side and vice-versa. This has an impact or strifle your luck.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/11/2002 6:31:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi to the feng shui masters,
I wish I had read about feng
shui when I was buying my
home. I love the location of
my little townhouse but I feel
the sectors in my house need
improving because of bad
layout. (please see attached
jpg).
I think my career sector is
missing. The relationship
sector is in the garage. My
fame/reputation is in the
kitchen and my family sector
has the fireplace. I have
narrow hallways that with 2-3
doors aligned. On top of that,
the house number is 2476.
Whew! :-)
I hung a crystal on the
hallways. I placed plants
around the fireplace. I placed
terracota pots in the kitchen.
But I haven't been promoted in
5 years even though my boss
keeps promising it. I still
feel money is going out of my
hands too fast even if I
budget it. Some things are
still not working for me.
Please let me know other
improvements I can make. I am
female, Kua number 8, fire
horse year.
Thank you for your help.
Josephine
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Dear Elena,
If you have a sketch of the layout, I can help take a look at it for you.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil LeeQuoteOn 12/10/2002 8:56:00 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Hello and Happy Holidays from
Elena! I recently became a
single mom in reduced
circumstances. I "lucked out"
by finding a very inexpensive
apt but the general complex is
rundown. The landlord is
completely redoing the apt for
me (new floors, rugs, redoing
ceilings, counters,
appliances). The people before
me wrecked the apt so it will
be brand new. I looked up the
house numbers on the free
reports (apt. 4, building
14815). The complex was built
before 1977. I don't know when
the roof was replaced on the
building complex but I'm sure
it had to be repaired since
then. On the free reports the
original date (1963-1984)
built gives me a FS analysis
of stomach disease. Moving up
the date (1984-2003) gives me
an excellent fortune. I used a
compass to find out the door
faces W160 so the layout is
good for me. The heater unit
runs along a wall off from the
center of the apt, which I
don't like, but it's logical
to heat the apt.I don't want
to make a mistake because I
can still go for a high rise
apt but it would be double the
price and farther away and a
whole other search. What would
you advise me to do? I wasn't
experienced enough in FS when
I bought this house and
combined with my Pillars
period which wasn't great, my
luck was weak. Thank you for
any advise you can give me!
Sincerely, Elena
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Dear Chuan Ho,
Further to what I had mentioned, your Type B layout plan is acceptable.
Attached please find the picture of the roof design of Dahlia Park.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Chuan Ho,
Congratulations on your new home.
Attached please find a scanned image of the sales brochure of Dahila Park. It is a partial (not complete landscape plan). But it will show some of the significant information that I will be providing:-
Source and Credit of the Brochure: Hong Leong Holdings Ltd, Tripartite Developers Pte Ltd.
1. For Blocks 17 (Type G) and 18 (Type Ga):
On a top-plan view, one can notice the outline of the swimming pool, which I had drawn an outline in red.
Symbolically, it looks like a knife slicing Blocks 17 and 18.
In my opinion, these two blocks are considered the most inauspicious for this development.
2. Highlighted in Pink: Blk 24 and Blk 25 (Type L) and also Blk 26 (Type A) and Blk 27 (Type L).
There is a certain element of wealth leak from these two units towards units opposite it. This especially favours Blk 5 and 8. But, water positions within some of these units can help to retain wealth instead of it being drained away.
Frankly, I am not infavour of the shape of the roof.
Nevertheless, I first visited the site early on in the beginning of the year and in my opinion is considered an average condominium. As compared to some of the better built ones by Hong Leong Group.
This are some of my initial comments.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/10/2002 11:52:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi,
We have bought a unit at
Dahlia Park (developer Hong
Leong Holdings) off Flora Road
(near Loyang avenue) with TOP
confirmed to be in the coming
2003. (type B plan - 3rd floor
plan attached)
Could you please advise us
your thoughts on the feng shui
of this apartment, as well as
the condo project?
Many thanks.
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Dear Anon,
Introduction:
1. In Feng Shui, there are two traditional methods of determining the number of steps.
2. The first method is a 3 number combination. Where the first two steps are Auspicious but the last step is inauspicious.
METHOD 1 - THE THREE-STEP CYCLE
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3. Thus under the `Three-steps formula' step No. 1 (Auspicious), Step No. 2 (Inauspicious) while Step No. 3 is considered inauspicious. Usually this 3rd step is known as the `death' step.
3.1 Thus:-
Following this method, one should be able to work out the number of steps:-
3.2 Auspicious steps are:-
1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20,
3.3 Inauspicious steps:-
No. 3 is the third step
No. 6 is the following third step
No. 9 is again the following third step
No. 12 is again the following third step...etc...
METHOD 2 - THE FOUR-STEP CYCLE
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4. However, Method 1 should be used in combination with Method 2 below:-
4.1 What is the four-step cycle:-
Step 1: Auspicious
Step 2: Auspicious
Step 3: Inauspicious
Step 4: Inauspicious
4.2 How to calculate under this method:
Step 1 is Auspicious
Step 2 is Auspicious
Step 3 is inauspicious
Step 4 is also inauspicious
4.3 Next 4 steps:-
=================
Step 5 is auspicious
Step 6 is auspicious
Step 7 is inauspicous
Step 8 is inauspicious
4.4 Next 4 steps:-
=================
Step 9 is auspicious
Step 10 is auspicious
Step 11 is inauspicous
Step 12 is inauspicious
4.5 Next 4 steps:-
=================
Step 13 is auspicious
Step 14 is auspicious
Step 16 is inauspicous
Step 17 is inauspicious etc...
4.6 One can do similar calculations for 17 or more steps.....
5. After finding out the numbers for both Methods (1 and 2) we now derive the following sets of steps:-
5.1 Under Method 1: The Three-Step Method:-
1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 22, 23, 25, 26
5.2 Under Method 2: The Four-Step Method:-
1, 2, 5, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 21, 22, 25, 26
Thus we have to eliminate the following numbers which are considered inauspicious in either one of the above methods:-
Number 4 - inauspicious under method 2
Number 6 - inauspicious under method 2
Number 8 - inauspicious under method 2
Number 11 - inauspicious under method 2
Number 16 - inauspicious under method 2
Number 18 - inauspicious under method 1
Number 19 - inauspicous under method 2
Number 20 - inauspicous under method 2
5.3 Thus the final result are the following numbers:-
1,2, 5, 10, 13, 14, 17, 22, 25, 26 etc...
6. Steps Landing
Yes, the number of steps is important.
Each step including the steps at landing is included as a count.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/11/2002 5:41:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi Cecil,
I am building a two storey
with stairs leading to the
basement. Is the no. of steps
important too? As of now, I
have 14 steps but total of 15
when you consider the landing.
Is this a good no.? Please
help. Thanks
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Dear Ramdev,
Firstly, this is a modern commercial invention. However, I personally do not see any harm in hanging it. Usually, (more of a privacy issue); one may hang it inside the door.
In general, the significance of three coins is as follows:-
1. the number 3 represents : Wood element
2. 3 coins is made of metal: Metal element
Under the destructive cycle of Five Elements Concept: Metal destroys Wood = Wealth. Bell? anyone's guess. Perhaps, to create more metal to destroy wood.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 12/7/2002 12:16:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
I have got three coins
strapped in a red ribbon with
three bells hanging at the
bottom. I am confused about
placing them. Am I supposed to
place it inside the main door
handle or outside the main
door handle? Please help me
regarding this matter.
Ramdev.R
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Dear Donna,
Please see below:-QuoteOn 12/9/2002 1:24:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Cecil,
Thank you very much for all
your advice!
We are builing a new house.
Our main door is directly
facing our neighbor's garage
doors (3 door garage), but
their driveway is going
towards the other direction
not towards our main door. Is
it still harmful to our house?
If it is, what's the cure?
Based on your description, it does not seem that your main door is in any direct threat unless:-
1. there are supporting posts or struts or lone lamp posts that slices thru your main door.
2. I believe, there is usually a personal compound at the frontage of your house or main door.
Para 1 is the main concern. Otherwise, small driveways e.g. neighbour's car porch is in my opinion, no threat to your home.
Best of Luck:)
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
Is Warren @ CCK a good buy
in Singapore Property Review
Posted
Dear Steven,
1. If I am mistaken, previously I had help one of my personal friends look at a unit here. The take up rate is very good and I think they are mostly sold unless u buy second-hand.
2. Overall, I personally find that there are no major issues with this development. Even with the central curved metal/water pool. As there is a gap between two huge blocks between them. This allows for good qi flow and exit. Which allows friction of air to mix correctly with the various water pools.
3. In the past (in my opinion), I mentioned that for developments like Costa Del Sol has two snakes or blocks joined together. And for old, old antique condos like Mandarin Gardens, this is the type I try to avoid.
4. There are several more of these. And each time if I use such swimming pools, you will see in a surfer's wet suite - because of the unnatural vortex of air near the surface of such pools. On certain days, swimming to me, is not comfortable at all.
5. Quantum Leap in Feng Shui
For quantum leap in Feng Shui to exist, the unit must not only have good facing to collect wealth, but earn Free-of-charge FOC wealth at the expense of others. If u have such a house, no need even Feng Shui. One will grow prosperous (even the breadwinner and partners body grow sideways!) And with lots of children and money to spare for holidays.
Certain units in Warren or any other condos, have this but only selected few - only.
6. This is not Feng Shui, but I personally can vouch that MCL builds OVERALL truly mostly problem free housing that even after 2 years, with proper maintenance, they are of good value and an asset to keep. Many other condos, if properly maintain, can also keep up, thru age.
7. Well wishing you Good Happy House Hunting!
Warmest Regards,
Cecil