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In addition to what you have mentioned, another major key issue is to look out for water coming in or flowing outwards of the property.
EXAMPLE 1:-
==========For example, please take a look at this attachment illustration: water-entry-exitpoint-A.gif
In this illustration, assuming the property is facing "SOUTH" compass direction and in addition, there is a drain with water flowing directly towards south into the property:-
Please take alook at the first heaven trigram (top most trigram). Here, South represents the"Heaven trigram".
And assuming that when we investigate this property, water flows out of the land at NW . Which is also the "Heaven trigram" - Of the Later Heaven sequence.
Here, this is considered a very inaupicious property since water enters from the "Heaven" trigram and exits the "Heaven trigram". It would not be that inauspicious if water exits North "water element". in this example.
EXAMPLE 2:-
==========Here's another example: water-entry-exitpoint-B.gif
In this second example, the facing direction of the property is still South. But, in this second example, you will notice that there is a drain or water course flowing into the property from SW or "WIND". (First heaven sequence chart)
In this second example, water must not flow out of the property or exit at SE. Which is "WIND" under the Last Heaven sequence chart.
In Feng Shui, there are so many considerations for a landed property and water in-flow and out-flow is another thing to look at.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Terry,
Frankly, it has more to do with symbolism than to find a gourd that is opened or closed. If it is placed in a toilet environment i.e. lots of moisture, then, ideally the material in which it is made of should be able to "withstand" such an enviroment. Whether it has an open "mouth" or closed one should not be a major issue, here.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuote:Terry Yuen wrote:
Regarding hanging a gourd between the toilet and the master bedroom, can you elabotate the gourd should be opened or closed at the top since they are sold hollowed out with the top as a stopper.
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LEE JOHN wrote:
I would like to seek your advise on the feng shui at Regentville condo.Dear John,
In my opinion, there is nothing "fanastic" about the Regentville condo. However, each unit / apartment has to be looked at on it's own merits and also whether how well it fits the breadwinner.
Overall, it was TOP in 1999. (99 years lease)And todate, it is already 6 years old. When some of the units were put on resale in 2000, price per sq foot (psf) was at a high of $621 to $528 psf. (crazy price)
But now, prices have dropped to as low as $390to $450 psf.
If we look at resale value alone, most owners would have made a book loss and even worse off! after paying off their loan!
In terms of Feng Shui, which is also based on commonsense, existing owners -- in my opinion, will certainly curse and swear at the low value.
And in my opinion, the development looks so crammed and cluttered and looks like any other common condo. The only plus point is that it is opposite the Hougang Point and close to a good school. Otherwise, in my opinion,as the years go by, its value will only be around$320 to $340 psf or lower
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Dear Anon,
In my opinion, the question asked, may have more dimensions than what you had mentioned, below.
For example, other major considerations like:
1. Is the stove facing a good direction (often should face a good direction suitable to the woman "head" of the home.)
2. Best to avoid placing the stove directly at the NW compass direction. This is known as "fire at heaven's gate" - considered by many FS practitioners as a very inauspicious location. For the stove as well as an oven or even a toaster oven, here.
3. If the kitchen is located at the South (fire element) compass direction of a home; it is OK to have the stove facing a water position. But if the kitchen is located at the North part of the home, then it would not be good to have the stove face e.g. a washing machine.
One could place a mirror or a reflective piece on the washing machine exactly at the point facing the stove's flame outlet is a consideration.
A microwave oven should be considered as a metal element. This is because of the way microwave molecules "enters" into the food to be cooked. And thus, shows the characteristics of a metal element.
While an oven, especially if it is a convection oven will often "glow" red at it's filament. Thus should be considered as a fire element.
Warmest Regards,
CecilAnonymous wrote:
In my house kitchen, the washing machineis facing directly opposite the stove. Is this bad as it is the fire & water element in feng shui? Does that mean my family will quarrel quite often?because we all always get into a quarrel easily when discussing things. What should I do other than moving the washing machine
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Dear Anon,
This also has to depend on the regulations of individual countries.
For example, in Singapore, today, all apartment especially those next to or in-close proximity to either the lifts or emergency staircase must use at least a half-hour fire rated main entrance door. Thus doors with such glass designs are out -- as it is against government building regulations.
For other countries e.g. Malaysia, you may have to confirm whether it can be used.
Locally in Singapore, most people -- even those living in the landed property avoid having partial glass doors because more of "custom" i.e. not quite used to the IDEA (in our minds) as it invokes "danger" real or unreal that someone could "smash the glass pieces" like some of those shows you see, the villian smashing them and placing their hands to unlock the door. True or untrue, this gives a not too good feeling for most of us.
In addition, it is quite common for many Feng Shui practioners to ask their clients to avoid using these doors as it does not symbolically give a "solid" feel. Else, leak wealth.
Thus, if one were to drive to any part of Singapore's landed property areas, more often, all the doors are "solid" wood doors without such glass pieces.
I believe, this type of doors would appeal more with "westerners" than those staying in Asia. Thus it is somewhat a matter of culture....
Under the Holy trinity of Luck:
Heaven luck - what is given to us
Earth luck - Feng Shui of our home/office
Human/man luck - e.g. our feelings.If we do install the door, but keep on "questioning" is it OK? This could affect our Human or man luck and it could invariably affect us.
Warmest Regards,
CecilAnonymous wrote:
Can I install the new door design with glass in centre of thewooden doors for Wood Element? Thank you
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Sophia Chia wrote:
Where is the ideallocation to place theimage of the Kuan Kong orhang an image of Kuan Kong? Is it ok to place at the entrance of the house or at the living room. Understand it is symbols of protection in the home or office.Dear Sophia,
This is not Feng Shui but rather, it is a common practise by many Chinese to place the Kuan Kong (holding a Chinese long sword) facing a main entrance. Since he is holding a sword, he should not be facing into or "looking" at us in the living room.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Sophia Chia wrote:
I read from one off the forum regarding the air-conditioner is bestplace above the bedroom entrance. We intend to fix system 2air-con to the other bedroom butthe pipe fromthe otherbedroom cut throughto themaster bedroom and the pipe running at floor levelfrom other room wall where the master bedroom bed was place (master bedroom sharing the same wall with other room). Is it a good location or where other location can I place the air-conditioner. Your advice will be appreciated.Dear Sophia,
In my opinion, these are key considerations when fixing air-conditioners:-
1. Based on technical aspects (not Feng Shui)
1.1 Every air-conditioner fan or blower, needs to run two tubes: a. the gas or refrigeration pipe and the drainage pipes.
1.2 Thus, in every case,especially HDB apartments, there is already a "fixed" location for us to install the air-con compressor (outside the apartment). Often ina typical HDB layout, isquite commonly found e.g. outside the masterbedroom (close to the master bedroom toilet).
1.3 Here, whenever we do,the air-con installer would have to consider this.
1.4 In addition, every air-con blower or unithas to drain off water towardsthe toilet (sothat unlike in the past) the aircondrainage water does not drip in the open.
1.5 These two are the primary considerations or the technical considerations for installation of an air-con unit (blower).
2. Feng Shui and Commonsense approach
2.1 The main considerations under Feng Shui are:-
2.1.1 Avoid placing the air-con above one's head. This is not so much of the air-con as a "beam" above the head but rather, often if an air-con is above our head; and when it is turned on, thecool air coming from the air con would invariably flow downwards towards our face. And many would feel uncomfortableespecially if ithas to be turned on, very cold. Notexactly healthy.
2.1.2 Ideally, airconshould not flow directly towards us. If possible, it would be good if the airflow can flow from side to side or away from us.
2.1.3 If possible, the aircon should not be above the toilet door. For two reasons:
a. cold air flows downwards and often, the toilet door has gaps so, when cold air flows down it may enter into the toilet. And causing the toilet air to be "compressed" or become high pressure. And more likely, air from the toilet would in-exchange flow out.
b. at some point of time, one may have to enter the toilet e.g. brush teeth or use the wc, and when we open the toilet door, cool air would rush in and the toilet air (qi) would flow out).
2.2 Under common senseapproach to Feng Shui
Many condominium developers have placed the aircon above the bedroom door. The rationale is simple, this to ensure that space is maximised to allow owners to freely place things like cabinet / book cabinet/ tv cabinets as an aircon above the door will not take much precious bedroom "utility" space since no one can ever place cabinets blocking the bedroom door.
In addtion, unfortunately, some HDB apartments e.g. older 3 room apartments have weak wooden vents above the door or the gap between it has a beam that does not allow for an aircon to be installed above the door. Under such circumstances, do install the air-con at a "commonsense" area, on the advise on the installed.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Sophia,
It all depends on the interior layout plan.
Actually, for those living in a landed property, often, the frontage of the home would be the living room area and "behind" it is the diningarea. Thus for landed properties, more often, the diningarea is higher than the living room. And not the other way as mentioned, below.
This is quite common because, most of the time, "clear-space" should be at the"frontage" and the back of the home should be higher. Thus,generally, without taking intoother considerations,for landed properties, there may be a concern if theliving room is higher than the dining area. This would suggest that there is a "mountain" at the frontage (living room area), instead.
If it is an apartment,generally especially HDB (Housing board apartments),often these units aresmalli.e.most of the units are now less than 1,500 sq feet. And under commonsense approach to Feng Shui, it does not make sense to raise e.g. the dining area or the living room area. If so, there may bedeep concern for family members such as the elderly or children walking to and fro the living room to the dining to the bedrooms etc...
Having elevated flooring may inadvertently cause family members to fall or hurt themselves in many instances.
Furthermore, also under commonsense approach to Feng Shui, considerations like unable to clean and wash floors if wood is used to raise the flooring. Household mites, ants etc.. could invade these areas ....
Warmest Regards,
CecilSophia Chia wrote:
Need your advice, asliving room have to be heigher then dining area but I intend to place the dining area in the kitchen so that the hall can be place as study area for kids.Can the living area be the same level with the dining area if I were to make the flooring in the kitchen. Flooring build up wood. Is it ok. Or should living roomflooring heigher then the dining area and the kitchen flooring lower.
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July 14, 2005
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Dear Hoa Luong,
This is often quite a "rare" shape. As the back pointed edge would mean that both sides-of-the-fence have quite an odd backyard.
Most properties would not be divided with such "backyard". As it would often be level with the property.
Is this land for real?
Generally, so long as the front is smaller and the back is wider, it can still be of good-Feng Shui. One can always do landscaping such that from top down, the home, if possible should be as rectangular in shape.
Hope that the next round, you don't post a circular plot
of land. Else, it will be one of the kind that no reasonable, government would sell such a plot.....Warmest Regards,
CecilHoa Luong wrote:
Attached is the picture of the shape of the plot of land, please tell me if the shape of this plot of land is bad fengshui?
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Chong Wee Wei wrote:
Thank for your reply. I wish to know why a dinning room is not suitable to be near to main door. What is there are no others choice it must be near to main door, how we going to solve it? Wil it affect our career as me and my husband is doing sales related to food business?Dear Chong Wee Wei,
There are two senarios, here:
1. Symbolism in Feng Shui
Under symbolism in Feng Shui, it is best to avoid having items such as fork or occasional scissors on the dining table if it can be seen from the main entrance. As this could suggest : issues like quarrels in the home.
In addition, the idea of having a empty rice bowl with a set of chopsticks on the dining table is inauspicious in Feng Shui as it suggest emptiness.I understand that the above may not be permanent situations or happen all the time.
2. Commonsense approach
Usually, family members may return home at different times of the day, the dinning table is usually cluttered with food and other items. Furthermore, our dining table or food can be seen by "strangers" e.g. or neighours walking past especially for those staying in apartments at common corridor areas.
In some homes one can literally see piles of not only food e.g. bread, newspapers and in some homes, the dining table can look very untidy.
The above are two of the common reasons for not having a dining table facing the main door.
But of course, if one's home does not have any of these issues, then, it is still OK.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Dragana,
Yes, I do agree with you. It is not wise to convert it to a sewerage tank especially if it is at the front of the home even if it is underground.
More importantly, it is also best not to have sewerage pipes running under "living areas" such as under the bed.
One can view this article that I had written many years back on the dangers ...http://www.geomancy.net/resources/art/art-under.htm
In my opinion, keeping it as a water tank would definitely be a better choice
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
QuoteOn 3/31/2005 7:18:53 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Robert,
My mediteranian house has an
underground, rainwater
collection tank, filled by
rain water. It is about 4m
length x3m width x 2.5m
height.The tank is
siuated directly in front of
the house, (SW-W).
It used to supply the drinking
water to the house. Now I
wonder if I should keep it or
fill it up, since I am
connecting to the water mains.
It was suggested to convert it
into a sewage tank, since
connection to the sewage mains
is down the hillabout 30
m away from the house.
I am not sure that converting
it to a sewage pit is a good
idea, I would not feel
comfortable about having
sewage pit in front of the
house even if it is sealed
underground.
regards
dragana vilinac
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Dear Ellen,
There is often no issue in hanging a personal portait. Often, it can be hung along the staircase landing area or in the living room area or a prominent wall within the living or study room.
Only avoid hanging the portait against the same wall as the toilet bowl. Or facing a toilet or facing the kitchen entrance area.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/30/2005 7:45:04 PM, Anonymous wrote:
I just moved to a new
apartment and would like to
hang a portrait that my
brother (a talented artist)
drew of me many years
ago. Where is the best
place to hang it (I'm a single
woman)?
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Dear Sophia,
If there is a combination of #5 with #2 within a room even if it is at a sector or part of a room, a stronger cure than 6 coins would be more effective.
a set of Six coins could be combined with either a hulu hung on the bedhead or a six rod windchime hung outside the window (but it is too noisy) then leave out the wind chime. And monitor the situation.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 4/3/2005 6:51:48 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear MasterRobert Lee
Sorry for the late reply. I
could not send the layout
(centre of the
house)assomething
wrong with my printer machine
and lately my son's fell sick
for a week. He is now
recovering.
According to the flying star
M5 B2 W8 was located in the
kids room (NE). B2 represents
sickness, M5 represents strong
earth vs W8 weak earth. As
both are inauspicious
combination. It's occupy 1/4
of the bedroom which is
happened to be at the window.
Should I place the six coins
at the window
orplaceabove
the bed as they spent most of
theirs time sleeping. Or how
can I locate the sickness
areaeventhrough we know
the sickness area is in the
room. Center locationM2
B8 W5 at the master bedroom.
[2] & [5] - spells
trouble. [2] mean sickness in
the family. [5] - outdoor
accident or troubles.B8
current prosperity. Can the
six coins(more than one)
beplace any sickness
areas as it's represents big
metal.Appreciate&n
bsp;your help and your advice.
Thank you
with warmest regards
Sophia Chia
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Dear Anon,
To be truly honest, a sports center would need to serve a need for:
1. Easy entry and exits
2. if possible shelter (moveable roofs) to keep rain or harsh sunlight3. Since there are lots of steps in a stadium, you could follow this guideline on the number of steps:-
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:-
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Step 5 is auspicious
Step 6 is auspicious
Step 7 is inauspicous
Step 8 is inauspicious
4.4 Next 4 steps:-
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Step 9 is auspicious
Step 10 is auspicious
Step 11 is inauspicous
Step 12 is inauspicious
4.5 Next 4 steps:-
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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.Other than the above, honestly, there are not that many FS principles governing the stadium
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/31/2005 7:19:22 PM, Anonymous wrote:
HelloI write to you from
Denmark where I work with
a city regeneration
project. In my work I have
gotten an assignment to
develop a sportscenter
according to Feng Shui
princips.Can you help me to
find a sportscenter somewhere
in the world which is build by
these princips. So I can look
for inspiration via the
internet?
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Dear Anon,
If one has both a wet and dry kitchen:
1. Where possible, in both instances, the stove should not also "clash" especially with the wash-basin.
2. Where possible, the stove in the dry kitchen should match the lady of the house's ba zi direction.
3. For the outside kitchen, it would be good if the stove match also Para 2. But not as crucial.
4. For the stove in the wet kitchen or usually "open air" area, it should be kept away from "gusts" of wind. Where possible, both stove must be supported by a solid wall or backing.
5. Avoid placing any of the stove along the NW compass direction of the home.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 4/1/2005 7:59:20 AM, Anonymous wrote:
In Singapore for landed
property it is common to have
2 kitchens. Dry in the house
and wet outside. What are the
considerations for placement
of the stove/washbasin and
which kitchen wuld be
considered the main?
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Dear Sable,
For Qing Ming, the best time to offer prayers is 10 days before and 10 days after Qing Ming. Thus 27 Mar and 3 April would fall within the 10 days prior to Qing Ming.
(Qing Ming is 5 April 2005). Thus the last day to offer Qing Ming prayers is 15 April 2005.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/24/2005 9:29:49 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Hello, Cecil
My brother (Tiger 1962) &
myself (Dog 1958) plan to make
ching ming offerings to our
deceased parents earlier than
5 Apr. We are
looking at 27 Mar & 3 Apr
- are these dates ok for us?
Also we heard we hv to make an
earlier ching ming offerings
to the deceased who has passed
away no longer than a
yr? Is this
proper? Can we do
likewise for the deceased who
has passed away a few yrs
already?
Kindly guide us. Thank
you. Sable
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Dear Lionel,
Part I - On Company Signages
1. Ideally, measure is also important for a signage.
Thus a signage should both have Yin and Yang elements. Thus for example:
If the length of the signage is 'odd numbers' than the breath of the signage should be 'even numbers".
For example: Length is 89 cm while Breath is 40 cm or Length is 17 inches while breath is 12 inches etc...
2. Colors of a signage
A signage should have three colors. As three stands for progress while two colors for a signage stands for "death".
In Feng Shui also, some Masters will first determine the direction of the main entrance and recommend suitable color of signage to suit that sector.
3. Height of a signage in relation to a specific location
In Feng Shui also, the height of a signage is also related to the direction of the main entrance area.
Part II - Hanging Signages
Please see my comments, below:-
QuoteOn 3/24/2005 9:27:12 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi,
I have been wondering about
what is the best practice in
geomancy to put your company
signboard?
1) Hanging Signboards, I have
seen many hanging signboards
that are chain from the
ceiling or protruding out from
the top of the maindoor,
artistically it looks
good.However it
makes me wonder that if the
signboard signifies the
company, and signboard without
support from the back, does
that mean that the company has
no support, which means bad?Yes, most traditional companies that has an elaborate carved signage would not hang it in this "modern" way.
In fact, traditional companies will place their signage above their main entrance door. And they will also use two "qi ling" figurines on each side of the bottom of the signage to hold the signage "in place".
Quote2) Wavy Signboards, I have
seen some signboards place on
wavy walls, i totally don't
understand why. However,
is this kind of placement
good? or does it just
represent water element cause
of the wavy wall?Perhaps, you can elaborate more on this. As from my opinion, often, usually these signages are placed by bars or discos or ktv lounges using neon lights. Since neon lights can easily be bend to accomodate such a "wavy" form. In fact, "kopitams" or food courts often have such a sign at their main entrance.
Thus, many of the shops displaying them (wavy) signs often sell drinks in one form or other or provide music.
Quote3) Normal Signboard on Solid
Wall, this is the most common
and i suppose it is the best
as it has support from the
wall.
This is the most conservative and often hung above the main entrance, as mentioned earlier underPart I.Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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Dear Elena,
In terms of Feng Shui, the main concern is also on "landslides".
Homes that are too high on a hill may pose a concern especially either through erosion of surrounding slopes or heavy (or exceptionally heavy rainfall). Because of this, this is why homes that are on top of slopes should be looked at carefully when one is considering purchasing such a home.
Often, of course, a site survey has to be done but generally, many rich people have purchased homes at the middle of the hill area i.e. they are not so steep but at a good level where even if there are some soil erosion, there is no fear of a landslide.
Thus, in general, it is still ok to have a hope where the slope are not so steep for the above reason.
From what you had written, it is difficult to sum-up all pieces of land to fit your description. Again, since each location is distinct from another, the word " It depends" has to be used, here.
Frankly, we have to look at each situation bearing in mind:
1. remote possibility of a landslide?(Very heavy rain or soil erosion)
2. a home on a hill exposed to the elements is not exactly too good in Feng Shui. Are there sufficient vegetation around the home to avoid having parts of the home exposed to "cruel" winds etc...
There are more considerations, but these two are one of the major considerations.Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/28/2005 7:28:48 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Sir:
I am confused a little. We are
considering buying a home. All
the houses are located on a
slope. The slope is not steep.
From other books, I read that
you do not want to have a
house at the end of the slope
because of the negative chi
would be "sloping" into your
house. The higher houses have
the advantage to attract good
chi. In some of your articles
I read that the wealth
"slopes" from the higher
positioned house to the house
at the bottom of the hill.
Please, help me to clarify the
confusion. Is it better to
have a house at the top of the
slope, in the middle or at the
bottom of it if the houses all
in a row? And what to do to
prevent the wealth "sloping"
to another house.
Thank you,
Lena.
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Dear Anon,
In my opinion, usually, suggestion 2 and 3 are a better solution than suggestion 1. This is because actual water is harder to maintain e.g. algae growth and it could be a hive of baterial growth if water is not changed frequently.
And furthermore, since the kitchen is a balance of "hot" (fire) and "cold" (water) such a water urn could also create an imbalance at that sector.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteSuggestion 2 : Place pottery
and plenty of metal
cookingware in the kitchen and
remove the water urn in 1.
Suggestion 3 : Increase metal
and earth element in the
kitchen.
QuoteOn 3/28/2005 7:21:09 PM, Anonymous wrote:
I am very worried as I have
kitchen and stove at northwest
of my house. This is
very bad as all of us
know . Unforturnately with
deep consideration of the
layout of the kitchen and
house, there is no way to
re-locate the kitchen and
stove. Anyone can give me
advice what to do? Please
dont' ask me to move house.
Not possible too. There are
different advices given to me
wihtout explanation and
confuses me.
Suggestion 1 : Place water urn
at least 18" X 12" in the
kitchen.
Suggestion 2 : Place pottery
and plenty of metal
cookingware in the kitchen and
remove the water urn in 1.
Suggestion 3 : Increase metal
and earth element in the
kitchen.
So which is the right one?
TOTALLY CONFUSED.
HELP HELP HELP....- I would
appreciate your help
very much.
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Dear Jill,
Most importantly, if a new condo has been developed (and nearly ready) e.g. waiting for TOP and if we are allowed entry , it is best to bring all family members along to view the unit. Especially try to view the unit in the afternoon e.g. 3 or 4pm to check whether it is affected by the afternoon sun.
Do note that because of the earth's axis tilt, there can be a slight shift in the sun's rays every six-months.
Units that "soak" in lots of heat ... are practically "unliveable" as it may result in frequent quarrels and also it is not practical or cost effect to turn on the air-con unit all the time.
The "rule-of-thumb" usually sets in. Often, needless to say, the more expensive units (with or without Feng Shui) are often the more expensive ones.. Such as those facing the pool or little or no obstruction.
If possible avoid an apartment facing directly a temple etc... also...
In most developments, there are always good and bad units. Strangely, often than not, even in a development's launch, we often can see a whole block that is taken up while literally, another block is left "unsold". Most likely, people go with their feel and many of these unsold blocks often in one way or another either has poor Feng Shui or "soaks" in the afternoon sun.
In Singapore, never buy units facing or "soaking" in the afternoon sun, directly as it is the most unpopular "buys". Even if in the future, we want to sell it, it is a problem to market these units.
Generally, units that are North-South facing tend to be better. But under Period 8, the best units are those facing NE or SW (but bearing in mind the afternoon sun - impact - if any)
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/9/2005 10:15:26 AM, Anonymous wrote:
May I know what is the feng
shui for the new condo
apartmentlocated at 509
Joo Chiat Road, the name
is "The Eastside"?
Please advise. Thanks!
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Dear Anon,
Usually, the consensus of many FS practitioners is that so long as the house or apartment has not been occupied even if it was constructed under Period 7 (1984 to 2003).. but when humans start occupying the home, one can easily consider the homes as under Period 8. As this is where yang activity takes place....
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/20/2005 2:56:06 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Master Lee,
I am going to move in to my
condoduring April 2005.
The condo'sfoundation
and roof was laid
beforeJan 2004 and TOP
in Dec 2004.
I urgently seek your
advicewhether I should
consider my condo as a Period
7 or Period 8 house under the
flying star concepts and
whether renovation can cause
the house to move to Period 8.
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Dear Ed,
Generally, this can still be done especially if you find that this is one of the better or best positions within the bedroom.
From a commonsense approach to Feng Shui, so long as one draws the curtain (for privacy) or if one has young children, avoid letting it be opened as children may climb over it.
Warmest Regards,
CecilQuoteOn 3/20/2005 2:55:56 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Hello Master,
I intend to place my bed's
headboard against the
half-length windows instead of
a solid wall. Is there any
concerns?
Thanks in advance.
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Dear Anon,
Usually, your office would have installed blinds. Simply draw the blinds and this is good enough : " if one cannot see it it no longer becomes a threat.
As for the sharp corner of the pillar:-
1. from your illustration, it does not seem that the front pillar slices into the person. So should not be an issue.
2. furthermore, for a sharp corner in an office, usually after approximately 1 metre distance away from it, the sha qi is pretty weak. Even the two sha qi at the back of you should not be an issue. In addition, if one has a high chair, the two sha qi at the back is a non-issue.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
QuoteOn 3/11/2005 7:44:17 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Hi Master Cecil,
I have attached a file showing
my sitting position in the
office and the surrounding
offices through the window.
There is a corner of the
pillar pointing directly at
me. Outside of the
window, I can see another
buildings diagonally facing
me, thus, the corner faces me
again. At the side
(outside), there is another
building with one side of its
exterior wall filled with thin
vertical columns. It
feels like many blades
pointing at me.
Please advise if there is any
harm to me with such a
surrounding. If so,
please advise how I can 'block
out' the negativity of my
current seat position.
Thank you.
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Selling condo that's next to a train
in General Help
Posted
Dear Anon,
To be truly honest, unfortunately, there is no specific "cure" under Feng Shui.
Wishing you all the best!
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
My condo has been on the market for 5 months now. So far there has been no offers due to the fact that my condo is next to a train. How can I attract a buyer to want to purchase?