Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese art of placement. The Chinese believe that placement of their buildings on the land and every article in those buildings has an effect on the well-being of the occupants. Personal relationships and business success are thought to be directly influenced by these placements. As applied to interior design, Feng Shui's aim is to increase the flow of positive energy throughout one's space.

The following is a list of practical ideas to increase the positive energy in your interior space.

• Beds and desks need to be placed to allow the occupant full view of the door for more restful sleep and relaxed desk work no surprises from behind!
• Entrances need to be well lighted and not blocked by furniture to allow the energy (and people) to move without obstruction through the entrance to adjoining rooms.
• Fountains and aquariums bring the sound of water into space and assist in creating peace and serenity.
• Plants bring the energy of life and growth into a space, which is beneficial to the life and growth of humans.
• In especially small spaces, use mirrors to create the illusion of light and space to provide an expanding feeling. If the stove is placed so that one's back must be to the entrance to the kitchen, mirror the wall above the stove to be able to see when someone enters the room.

Try some of these ideas and see if they make a difference!