What to pay attention to when arranging furniture

According to statistics, Feng Shui in my country is profound and extensive. Even today, home Feng Shui remains a highly academic subject. Take furniture placement in home decoration as an example. This is inseparable from home Feng Shui. Generally speaking, what placement methods should we follow for furniture arrangement? Let's discuss that below.

Ideally, the living room should be rectangular or square. Seating areas should not be positioned facing a sharp corner, and sofas should not be placed under beams. If a prominent corner creates a sense of instability, potted plants or furniture can be used to mitigate this. If the living room is L-shaped, furniture can be used to divide it into two square areas, treating them as two separate rooms. For example, one area can be used as a reception room, and the other as a bedroom. Alternatively, a mirror can be hung on the wall to symbolically fill in any missing corners, and then the specific room layout can be used to determine the orientation of the rooms.

Some homes don't have very large living rooms, so to visually expand the space, a large mirror is often hung on the wall. However, this arrangement is considered taboo in Feng Shui regarding furniture placement. Especially bad is hanging a mirror behind a sofa, as it allows someone sitting on the sofa to clearly see the back of their head in the mirror. Furthermore, if the mirror is placed in the White Tiger area (according to Feng Shui principles), it can reflect the Green Dragon area, easily disrupting the harmonious flow of energy in the living room.

The sofa is the central area for daily activities in a family. Placing it in an auspicious location allows the whole family to benefit from the wealth energy of that direction. Ideally, the sofa should be placed in the wealth corner of the house, as prolonged rest in this area not only increases the overall wealth of family members but also improves everyone's physical and mental health. Placing it in the romance corner can enhance interpersonal relationships within the family. Whether it's a leather or fabric sofa in the living room, its placement is crucial for improving overall fortune.

Because the living room is the largest area in a home, and contains a lot of furniture, some people want to choose different styles based on their personal preferences. For example, they might choose a fabric sofa and a metal coffee table with unusual designs. Some people feel this reflects their individuality. However, from a feng shui perspective, this is not a good choice. Using mismatched furniture can disrupt the harmony and unity of the living room. It's best to choose furniture in the same color scheme. For example, choose a fabric sofa and chair in the same style and color, or a leather sofa and chair. This will create a more harmonious and inviting living room environment.

Ideally, furniture in the living room should not be placed under load-bearing beams. Placing a sofa under a beam can negatively impact the health of all family members, causing significant harm. If this is unavoidable, lucky bamboo can be placed on the coffee tables on either side of the sofa. Its symbolic growth and upward mobility can counteract the negative energy flow. Small apartments should avoid placing upholstered sofas under beams, as this can create a feeling of oppression.

The sofa is where people sit. If the back of the sofa is empty, it symbolizes that the person has no support. Therefore, sofas should not be without a backrest. If the back of the sofa is empty, it is easy for the furniture to dissipate wealth and prevent the accumulation of prosperity. If it is impossible to place the sofa against a wall, you can choose to place a screen or display cabinet. Therefore, it is best to place leather or fabric sofas in the living room with their backs against a wall.

That concludes my detailed explanation of furniture arrangement methods. When furniture is arranged well, you can create a more pleasant home environment. Neatly arranged items in the house provide a more comfortable environment, leading to a happier life.