Create a Harmonious Bedroom with Oriental Furniture and Feng Shui

Choosing Oriental furniture for the bedroom and introducing some of the principles of Feng Shui, is a great way to achieve a harmonious ambience. The bedroom is the most restful part of the home, so it is important to get the mood right to create a place which promotes sleep and relaxation.

As the bedroom is the most personal area of your living space, it is important the room reflects your own personality. Oriental furniture is a great way to achieve this individuality as each item of 4 Living’s black and white lacquered furniture has been handcrafted so no two pieces are the same.

Whatever your style, a bedroom should be a place that is beautiful, inspiring and relaxing – in short a room that you love spending time in. Oriental furniture is great to use in this space because it is so attractive to look at. It is also timeless, so if you are redecorating your bedroom in an Oriental style, buy high quality furniture that you love and appreciate as it will last a long time. Being surrounded by bedroom furniture that you adore, such as Oriental beds, wardrobes, dressing tables, chests or drawers and lamp tables will lift your mood and make you feel revitalised and refreshed at the start of a busy working day.

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Oriental furniture, such as black and white lacquered furniture, evokes a sense of tranquillity and balance, which is perfect for a Feng Shui bedroom. A bedroom is also a very sensual room and whether you are a couple, or not, try and create a room that inspires your senses and makes you feel good. One way of achieving this is by placing scented candles around the bedroom to lift your mood. You could also introduce mood lighting and 4 Living has a wonderful selection of side table and floor lighting to accompany your Oriental furniture.

Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art that dates back centuries. It works on the idea that everything is divided into two categories, yin or yang. Yin is associated with quiet, feminine energy and is identified by the colour black in the yin/yang symbol and is associated with darkness which is relaxing and tranquil. Yin is linked with softness, soft furnishings comfort and warmth. Yang on the other hand is the male energy which is exciting rushed and restless. The idea in the bedroom is to focus on the yin energy, to create a restful and relaxing space. But as with all things it is important to maintain the right balance, as too much yin energy can lead to a loss of energy and lack of motivation. To bring yin energies into your space, add plenty of warm, snuggly furnishings such as cushions, bedding, throws, thick curtains and rugs. These will help to soften the hard lines of your bedroom furniture. You can then add accents of red or orange to add yang to the space, such as with candles or via an accent wall and these will bring in the qualities of passion.

Here we shall look at what the bedroom symbolises in Feng Shui and some of the do’s and don’ts of decorating your room in an Oriental style.

What Does the Bedroom Symbolise in Feng Shui?

Feng Shui stems back centuries in China and is about using space and objects and colours to create balance and a free flow of energy. It incorporates the idea that the space and everything that surrounds us makes a difference to our life. In Feng Shui the bedroom symbolises our innermost selves and also our relationship with our primary partner. A bedroom influenced by Feng Shui should feel safe, comfortable, rejuvenating and be romantic too and help to create ideal relationships in our lives, both with ourself and our loved one.

Decorating with Oriental Furniture in the Bedroom

4 Living’s Oriental black and white bedroom furniture can be used in an Oriental bedroom and will promote tranquillity because it is so elegant and beautiful. Contemporary furniture with a minimalist design works perfectly in a Feng Shui bedroom as the simple uncluttered design aids in the flow of energy.

If you have a large bedroom, dark furniture such as 4 Living’s Oriental black lacquered furniture will look outstanding in this space. Match the Black Lacquer Oriental Chest of 8 with the Black Lacquer Nightstand and the Black Lacquer Tall Oriental Wardrobe and the Oriental Bed This style of furniture is warm, calming and comforting, which is perfect for a Feng Shui style bedroom.

If you have a small bedroom, introduce light in to the room with Oriental white lacquered bedroom furniture such as the Oriental White Lacquer Bed , the Oriental White Lacquer Chest of 8 , White Lacquer Tall Oriental Wardrobe and White Lacquer Nightstand .

The Effect of Colours

In all areas of the home, colours promote and create different moods and effects. Green for instance, is good for health and long life; white is good for the mind; reds and gold promotes wealth, fortune and prosperity; brown and yellow improve love and relationships; black and grey are all about your work; beige and creams are nurturing; blue is tranquil; and the colours for love and romance are pink and orange. A good tip is to think about the qualities you want to immerse yourself in while you are sleeping and design your private sanctuary around this colour theme.

Too much black can be a bit negative, so if you choose our Oriental black alcquer furniture range then balance your colour scheme with the use of throws and soft furnishings in bright or soft pastel colours. 4 Living also have a wonderful range of soft organic bedding with over 400 thread count for a bed that is cosy, soft and relaxing.

Too much white and cool colours in a bedroom is said to reduce intimacy, so accessorise our white lacquer furniture range with passionate colours for soft furnishings (such as purple or red) and use mood lighting to create romance.

How to Feng Shui Your Bedroom

Here are some top tips on ways you can Feng Shui your bedroom

1. Don’t have your bed facing the door as this symbolises death (bodies are taken out of the room feet first). Instead set your bed away from the door to promote relaxation.
2. Do de-clutter, keeping possessions and furniture limited to only the pieces you need or admire. Make sure you keep the space underneath the bed clear to promote the flow of energy.
3. Don’t have computers, TV or exercise equipment in the room. It is too distracting and prevents relaxation.
4. Do have soft, sensual lighting to promote romance.
5. Don’t have a mirror reflecting the bed as this provides too much energy and disrupts sleep.
6. Do make sure your head is against the wall and you have a good view of the doorway as this is restful and provides a feeling of security.
7. Don’t have negative objects in a bedroom – ie if you have broken up with a partner, get rid of the bed. Instead have lots of beautiful objects in the room, such as a wonderful piece of artwork opposite the bed.
8. Do add things in pairs, such as a pair of lamp tables on either side of the bed for balance, stability and to improve romance.
9. Don’t have too many cool colours in a room as this stifles sensuality.
10. Do let lots of natural light into the room.

If you want to decorate your bedroom in the Feng Shui style, 4Living sells a wonderful range of hand-crafted Oriental furniture. Click here to view our range

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