Buying House? Moving House? Things to Take Note for New House Feng Shui

Introduction: Feng Shui and the Importance of Your New Home’s Energy

Congratulations! I would be right to assume that you are either a new home-owner or just purchase a new property. Feng Shui should not sound too foreign unless you are living in a cave. I am pretty sure you would have heard about House Feng Shui or how Feng Shui can improve your home. It is also not surprising that you have a few friends who engaged in Feng Shui consultation when they moved into a new property.

Moving into a new house is a monumental event in anyone’s life. Yet, many people overlook the powerful influence that their home’s energy has on their well-being and success. House with good Feng Shui tend to allow occupants experience greater life satisfaction and success, while poor Feng Shui can lead to stress, health problems, and even financial difficulties. If you're planning to move soon, understanding Feng Shui can help you make wise decisions that promote long-term harmony and prosperity. Let’s explore how you can incorporate Feng Shui in every step of the moving process.

1. Moving House Decision: Selecting Your New Home

The first step in your moving process involves selecting a new home. According to Feng Shui, the location and layout of your new house are paramount in ensuring the flow of positive energy, or Qi. This is more than just finding a house that fits your budget; it's about finding a property that harmonizes with your energy.

House Hunting: Consider Feng Shui when House Hunting

During the house hunting phase, the direction of the property is one of the most important Feng Shui considerations. Depending on the different school of thoughts in Feng Shui, there might be varying degree of emphasis on directions but it is undeniably one of the most critical characteristics of a house to have an ideal Feng Shui.

Another key consideration is the surroundings of the house. It is best to be situated in auspicious environment such as having water bodies in the right place or having a taller building at the correct direction. One might wish to take note that the home is not situated next to any large, negative energy-producing structures, such as a cemetery, a hospital, place of worship. There is a long list of not-so-ideal monuments or buildings to avoid and you will be surprise by some more common ones. (*Hint* - See following picture)

2. Renovation Decisions: Incorporating Feng Shui Consultation

Once you’ve secured your new house, it’s time to think about renovations. When renovating a home, it’s one of the best time to incorporate Feng Shui elements while discussing with your interior designers. (You may learn more about the best time for Feng Shui Consultation here)

Incorporating Feng Shui Consulting into Renovations

Renovating with Feng Shui in mind requires more than just aesthetic decisions; it involves ensuring that the internal energy of the house supports your health, wealth, and relationships. A qualified Feng Shui Master can help you decide the best placement for your furniture, as well as the optimal use of each room in your new home.

As mentioned in an earlier post, renovation phase allows home-owner a chance to reconsider placement of fixed furnishings and also make/avoid alterations to the house. Such chances to amend the structure of the layout is always more impactful as compared to having ornaments.

3. Auspicious Date Selection: The Power of Timing

In Feng Shui, timing is crucial. The selection of auspicious dates for significant events like renovation, open door ceremony, and moving in can have a profound impact on the energy of your new home.

Choosing an Auspicious Date for Renovation, Open Door Ceremony, and Moving In

Incorporating the right timing when embarking on renovation projects or moving into your new home is just as important as the property’s location and layout. By selecting an auspicious date, you align your personal energy with the universal forces that govern your success and well-being.

A qualified Feng Shui master can provide insights into choosing an auspicious date for each phase of the move. In modern days context, the start of renovation is akin to the start of construction of a house in the olden days (动土仪式). You will be surprise that many constructions companies, Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) or even Multi-National Companies (MNCs) do take this date very seriously and had engaged Feng Shui Master or metaphysics practitioners to be present.

The open-door ceremony, a traditional Chinese practice where you "invite" good luck and prosperity into your new home, requires specific timing to maximize its benefits. This ceremony is often done on an auspicious day suggested by Feng Shui Practitioner after considering the occupants personal details.

Seen lots of BTO-IG reels or videos? Although pineapple rolling and shouting “Heng, Ong, Huat!” might sound cringey, I would think that these customary practices reflect the ethos behind Feng Shui. The distinction between feel-good customary practices like this and actual Feng Shui Rituals is rather blurred. Personally, I don’t see this as a problem and it certainly is a good practice for a joyous occasion. Either way, both seek the same purpose – having a good start in one’s new home! We will talk a little more about Feng Shui Ritual in the next section.

4. Feng Shui Ritual: Enhancing the Energy of Your New Home

Feng Shui rituals are an essential part of the process when moving into a new home. These rituals can help cleanse and activate the space, ensuring that positive energy flows freely throughout the house.

Feng Shui Rituals to Cleanse Your Home’s Energy

As part of the open-door ceremony, Feng Shui practitioner who assist with the auspicious date selection may also include a space-cleansing ritual as part of the service. At Moon FengShui, for auspicious date selection of moving-in date and/or open-door date, there will be an on-site space cleansing included as part of our service. This involves the use of incense (such as Palo Santo, Sage etc.) to purify the home and remove any negative energy. Specific attention will be given to how this is being done, including the route, the order of the rooms and the general direction.

Feng Shui Consultation – On Site Activation

After a Feng Shui Consultation, a Feng Shui Master will usually proceed to perform an activation procedure. This process seeks to activate auspicious sectors of the home and also negate the inauspicious area of the house. In the past, say 30 years ago, these is usually done through the placement of Feng Shui artefacts and items such as ancient coins, water features or money tree. With a greater emphasis on modern Feng Shui, such practices had evolved to enable a balance between modern aesthetic and effectiveness of Feng Shui. For example, instead of the conventional usage of money tree, we swap for alternative such a having a terrarium placement that will blend perfectly in the aesthetic demand of modern architectural design.

One point to take note is that the above pointers pertain to different Feng Shui Service. House Hunting, Feng Shui audit (pre-reno) and auspicious date selection may all be broken down into very specific categories of service that a Feng Shui Practitioner may offer. At Moon FengShui, we offer the following services:

5. Conclusion: A Harmonious Home Starts With Feng Shui

Moving into a new home can be an exciting but overwhelming experience. From selecting the right property to timing the renovation and move-in dates, every step requires thoughtful attention to detail. By incorporating Feng Shui principles into the moving process, you can ensure that your new home promotes harmony, prosperity, and health for years to come.

Working with a professional Feng Shui Master will not only save you time and effort but will also help you optimize the positive energy in your home. At Moon Feng Shui Consulting, we provide personalized Feng Shui consultations that address all aspects of your new home, from house selection and renovations to the perfect timing for moving in.

Contact us today for an obligation-free discussion on your Feng Shui Journey!  

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Disclaimer:The information provided in this article is for general guidance and informational purposes only. While Feng Shui practices can be beneficial for creating a harmonious living environment, results may vary depending on individual circumstances and personal energy. The advice shared here is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, legal, or financial advice. Always consult with a qualified Feng Shui Master or other relevant experts before making any significant decisions regarding your property. The author and publisher do not assume responsibility for any actions taken based on the content of this article.

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