From Publishers Weekly
A feng shui teacher trained in China, Shen currently directs an institute dedicated to the cultural exchange between East and West. Feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice based on the idea that every object projects energy into its surroundings. Considered one of the nine healing arts of Taoism, it empha- sizes maximizing positive energy through the strategic placement of objects. In the first section of the book, Shen identifies the origins of this practice in Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. He then describes the two main schools of feng shuithe School of the Form and the School of the Compassand applies their teachings to the strategic placement of doors, furniture, buildings, houses, and gardens. In the third section, Shen does the same for business places. The illustrations are the most outstanding quality of this book, featuring ancient Chinese paintings, modern drawings, charts, graphs, and excellent color photography. Together with the glossary, they greatly contribute to the understanding of a complicated topic. This accurate and easy-to-read translation is recommended for public libraries and bookstores with New Age collections.Sonia Merubia, Univ. of Texas Lib., Austin Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.


Book Description
Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of life-space design. Incorporating Taoist philosophy and practical experience, feng shui is the art and science behind the material world of Asia, woven into the basic fabric of almost all residential and commercial architecture. The purpose behind feng shui is to balance the energy in those places where we live and work: "life-space." Feng shui teaches that our surroundings have a tremendous subconscious impact on our health, attitude, relationships, and success. By making subtle changes to the design and decor of your home and office, you can positively influence your life. In this concise guide, feng shui expert and architect Zaihong Shen shows you how to create positive energy--whether you live in a city apartment or a country house; whether you work at home or downtown. Fully illustrated chapters include: recommendations on proper feng shui for house and apartment interiors (focusing on the most important elements--doors, kitchens, and bedrooms); feng shui for gardens and yards; and feng shui to bring prosperity to various types of business and office.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of life-space design. Incorporating Taoist philosophy and practical experience, feng shui is the art and science behind the material world of Asia, woven into the basic fabric of almost all residential and commercial architecture. The purpose behind feng shui is to balance the energy in those places where we live and work: "life-space." Feng shui teaches that our surroundings have a tremendous subconscious impact on our health, attitude, relationships, and success. By making subtle changes to the design and decor of your home and office, you can positively influence your life.

In this concise guide, feng shui expert and architect Zaihong Shen shows you how to create positive energy—whether you live in a city apartment or a country house; whether you work at home or downtown. Fully illustrated chapters include: recommendations on proper feng shui for house and apartment interiors (focusing on the most important elements—doors, kitchens, and bedrooms); feng shui for gardens and yards; and feng shui to bring prosperity to various types of business and office.