Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art form that is rooted in the belief that there is a life force called chi that influences everything in the environment. While you may not necessarily go through life thinking about energetic forces, using Feng Shui is a fun way to start transforming your bedroom into a relaxing oasis. From finding matching bedroom furniture sets to placing wall art, everything you do in your bedroom impacts your rest. Using Feng Shui techniques can enhance your bedroom’s aesthetics while helping you enjoy more restful sleep.
Induce a Sense of Calm by Creating Balance and Symmetry
One of the biggest goals of using Feng Shui is to generate a sense of harmony. Choosing matching pieces of furniture is one way to generate a sense of symmetry. However, you can also use simple techniques to avoid making the room seem too matchy-matchy.
Symmetry can also involve using similar elements in balanced ways throughout your bedroom. For instance, you might place a nightstand on one side of the window with a matching dresser on the other. Infusing similar elements in symmetrical locations can help you feel more balanced as you drift off to sleep.
Ease Anxiety by Putting Your Bed in the Commanding Position
In Feng Shui, the commanding position is the location in a room that is a distance away from the door yet not directly in line with it. In most cases, this means placing your bed diagonally or just slightly off to the side of the door on the opposite wall.
As you work on finding the right place to put your bed, keep in mind that you also want to avoid putting your feet in the coffin position. Placing your bed at a slight angle away from the door can help you avoid this common faux pas. Adjustable beds are options that can help you have more freedom with your bedroom design. Since you can partially raise and lower the end, you can enjoy greater energy flow while also easing strain on your back and shoulders.
Incorporate Neutral Colors for Bedding and Other Accessories
Natural environments are known for helping to achieve more positive chi in bedrooms. You’ll find that this Feng Shui element of design also aligns with Western concepts regarding the use of colors in the bedroom. As you might have already experienced, bright red or other bold hues can add too much energy to a room that isn’t ideal for sleeping. Replacing bright colors with natural shades gives your bedroom a spa-like feeling that accentuates the relaxation you enjoy in your bed.
Beige, soft rose and cream shades all complement a Feng Shui decorating style. But, it’s also important to infuse your room with bedding and accessories that match your personality. Feel free to add in soft, relaxing prints that enhance your sense of relaxation at home. Natural prints with flowers and leaves work perfectly for fusing Feng Shui elements with your design preferences.
Use Strategic Mirror Placement for Better Energy Flow
Mirrors are known for serving as unique pieces that combine functionality with beauty. When you’re considering the placement of mirror in bedroom setups, it’s important to think about how it influences the overall flow of energy.
The right mirror placement in Feng Shui enhances the overall ambiance of the room by considering how the reflective glass impacts energy movement in the bedroom. For instance, it’s best to avoid placing a mirror over your bed where it could interfere with sleep by creating a sense of heaviness overhead.
Meanwhile, a mirror put behind your sleeping area may detract from your bed being in a commanding position. In most Feng Shui layouts, the mirror will work best for maintaining good energy flow when it is on a wall that is perpendicular to the bed.
Choose Wall Art That Reflects Your Personal Goals
In Feng Shui, even the smallest picture is recognized for having a dramatic impact on your life. Take a moment to think about whether or not the art in your room reflects your goals for happiness and security. If you love having a family, then including photos of your loved ones in your room can add more positive energy to your space. Meanwhile, someone who is single and working on building a relationship will need to eliminate pictures and items that emphasize being alone. Adding a second lamp to a space restores symmetry that attracts love into your life. Or, you might choose to add art pieces with matching frames to further build on the concept of togetherness.
Separate Your Bed and Work Space
In smaller homes, you might not have a choice regarding the need to combine your home office and sleeping area. While it’s ideal to have work equipment in a different room, you can maintain good Feng Shui by adding a sense of separation. Placing a curtain or a cute room divider between your workspace and bed helps to maintain better energy flow. As a final note, you’ll also want to focus on keeping your room decluttered. Leaving the space below your bed and along the floor helps to ensure that positive energy can flow freely as you enjoy restful sleep.
Start Enjoying More Restful Sleep by Redesigning Your Bedroom
Incorporating Feng Shui techniques into your bedroom’s design is a simple and fast way to turn your sleep habits around. In Feng Shui, the bed is the main focal point that influences how the rest of the design elements come together to generate smooth energy flow. Starting your design with a new bed and redecorating with it in mind helps you create a stylish and sleep-friendly bedroom that serves as an oasis after a stressful day.
