The bedroom is considered a crucial area in the house, and for some people, they spend the majority of their time at home in the bedroom. Feng Shui in bedroom design helps homeowners avoid financial losses and health damages. However, the considerations that B.O.D mentions still follow logical principles based on commonly applied interior design rules worldwide, both in general and specifically in Vietnam. Therefore, paying attention to the arrangement in bedroom design is extremely necessary. Here are some notes that B.O.D Architecture & Interior Design has compiled and drawn from the implementation of projects for hundreds of customers over the years.
8 precautions to observe in feng shui for bedroom design.
1. Choose the bedroom direction (headboard) that suits the homeowner’s fate.
In the design and construction of houses, paying attention to the main orientation of the house is necessary. However, focusing on the direction of each room is also extremely important, and the bedroom is one of them.
In bedroom design, a bad sleeping direction can disrupt blood circulation, causing more blood to be pumped into the body. Mild levels can cause dizziness, while more severe levels can lead to stroke and physical weakness. Good sleeping direction helps blood circulation, waking up feeling quickly refreshed after a long day of tiring work.
Depending on the owner’s age, arrange the bedroom’s design and the placement of the bed accordingly:
- The Metal destiny: bedrooms should be oriented to the Northeast, Southwest, North, and Northwest; avoid South orientation.
- The Wood destiny: bedrooms should be placed in the North, East, Southeast, and avoid placing them in the Northwest direction.
- The Water destiny: bedrooms should be placed in the Northwest, North, and avoid placing them in the Northeast and Southwest directions.
- The Fire destiny: bedrooms should be placed in the South, East, Southeast, and avoid placing them in the North.
- The Earth destiny: bedrooms should be placed in the South, Southwest, Northeast, and avoid placing them in the East and Southeast directions.
It is not advisable to design a bedroom opposite the kitchen.
The kitchen area is where frequent cooking generates heat. Designing a bedroom opposite the kitchen door can make residents feel uncomfortable and overheated. If your house is facing this issue, it can be resolved by adding a partition or screen for adjustment.
It is not advisable to design a bedroom with a door opposite the bathroom.
Both the bathroom and toilet area are considered consistently damp, harboring numerous bacteria. Therefore, placing the bedroom door opposite this area can make your room uncomfortable and the air potentially harmful, leading to various health issues in the future.
It is not advisable to design a bedroom with a door opposite the main entrance.
The main entrance of the house is the place where winds, both good and bad, pass through. Therefore, the risk of potential health hazards for the members of your family is unavoidable. Therefore, homeowners should avoid designing a bedroom with a door directly opposite the main entrance. Consider lying in a different direction or placing it off to the side.
At the same time, consider placing the bed off-center to the left or right relative to the door if you desire a certain level of privacy when the bedroom door is open.
Two bedroom doors should not be opposite each other.
Having two bedroom doors opposite each other in Feng Shui is considered to create potential conflicts and disharmony. In ancient beliefs, it was often thought that windows are like a pair of eyes, the main door is like a mouth, so having two bedroom doors opposite each other is referred to as ‘door facing door. This is considered an inauspicious practice, and in modern times, designing a bedroom with two doors facing each other is also seen as aesthetically unpleasing and can lead to inconvenience in the movement between bedrooms for the household members.
It is not advisable to arrange a single-panel window in the bedroom.
Windows are considered the eyes of the house, and light and air passing through bedroom windows help create a more spacious feeling, especially for enclosed bedrooms or spaces with limited square footage.
However, when designing windows, it is essential to note that it is not advisable to design a single-panel window. According to beliefs, a single-panel window is considered a ‘negative window’ because this type of window is often used in basements and dark places, symbolizing inauspiciousness.
A two-panel window is considered a symbol of longevity and prosperity, a three-panel window is seen as an auspicious trinity, and a four-panel window is regarded as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune. At the same time, attention should be paid to the size of bedroom windows. During construction and design, standard dimensions are often based on the size of standard window frames.
Designing the Shape of the Bedroom
In Feng Shui, bedrooms are often designed in rectangular or square shapes. These two shapes are popular in Vietnam and preferred for their symbolically complete and abundant meanings. If the bedroom is asymmetrical or not harmonious with the overall design, it can lead to a sense of disarray, discomfort, and restlessness for the homeowner, affecting both the physical space and the mental well-being.
A round-shaped bedroom is also considered a unique and creative design; however, in Feng Shui, this design is prone to certain taboos and may not bring good luck. Avoid choosing a round-shaped bed because a rectangular bedroom, associated with the Wood element, requires tranquility, while a round shape, associated with the Metal element, may lead to conflicts and the loss of harmonious energy.
In terms of convenience, the design of a round-shaped bedroom will impact the layout of other areas in the house. Additionally, this design can make decorating furniture more challenging due to its non-uniform shape.
Arranging the Bed for Feng Shui Harmony
- The head of the bed should be placed against the wall to create a sense of security, promoting a good night’s sleep for all family members.
- The head of the bed should not be placed in front of a window where winds enter, as this can lead to tense nerves and the risk of inhaling harmful winds, potentially causing health issues in the future.
- When placing the bed, avoid having the feet pointing towards the entrance, as this is considered the negative position for the departed in Feng Shui. Suggestively, you should position the bed to the left or right of the entrance or choose another suitable direction.
Conclusion
Above are the considerations related to Feng Shui in bedroom design. B.O.D hopes that through this article, you can contemplate and gain additional ideas to apply during the bedroom design process.
And if you still have lingering concerns about the mentioned points or any issues related to interior design and construction, don’t forget that B.O.D Architecture & Interior Design is always ready to provide free consultation and accompany you in creating personalized designs.
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