A lot of times we hear people adding fish ponds or fish tanks with Koi for good feng shui. Koi is a freshwater carp that are large beautiful freshwater fish popular for gardens. They’re prized not only in Asia but in many parts of the world. According to Chinese folklore, in the middle of the Yellow River there’s a narrowing point, or “gate”. The carp would swim upstream to make their journey back to their birthplace. But, when they reached this gate, they would have to stop their journey. The problem was, it was too narrow for them to swim through. So the only way to get pass this point was t ..read more

It’s summertime and flying during Covid can be stressful.  I flew a few weeks ago.  As I took to my seat, I ripped open the wipe that the flight attendant handed us as we boarded the plane.  I diligently wiped down the arm rest, table top, and video screen.  Call me paranoid but I figure it’s better to be safe than sorry. During this time of year, flights to and from Hawaii are often filled with a lot more families with small children.  Flying with children is always a challenge.  It’s understandable that kids don’t like to be confined to a small space and locked ..read more

After a long days work, coming home to a clean and fresh home can be so uplifting. But, the reality is when we’re so busy thinking about our work or family commitments, many of us don’t have time to think about what to clean at home.  I find that making a list of what I need to do helps me put things into perspective.  Then I put it in order of priority.  This seems to help my mind and actions from wandering and I can stay focused on one area of the home at a time. This article has a list of great feng shui tips from various feng shui experts.   I’m included in the art ..read more

We are pleased to announce a special one-day offer for the e-book “Feng Shui: Truths, Myths & Misconceptions” written by Dr Shan-Tung Hsu and Jenny Nakao Hones. On April 30, 2022, you can buy it for $1.00 (down from $9.99). If you want to understand the “Why” behind Feng Shui, the origins of its practice and why there is an ongoing battle for what is “true Feng Shui”, you’ll love this book. As we say: “True knowledge will resonate with you, as you are also a part of nature ..read more

NEW CLASS OFFERINGS! A.  Feng Shui and Clutter Online Workshop Do you suffer from clutter in your home?  In the U.S., they say one in four suffer from clutter!  That’s 25% of the population!  It’s not only an American problem, it’s a problem everywhere. Clutter can cause stress and tension in your life.  This workshop will help you understand why you suffer from clutter.  Once you understand the root of the problem, you can work on the solution to clear the space.  This system is based on the principles of Chinese philosophy.  You will also learn tips o ..read more

On my walks around the neighborhood, I enjoy all the tropical vegetation around the homes, parks, and buildings.  There are orchids, papaya trees, heliconia, plumeria and more.   Of course having flowers and greenery is so uplifting and welcoming to any home.   It feels like there’s life in the home. But, we’re complicated creatures.  Although we want our home to be welcoming, we still want to maintain our privacy.  It’s confusing how to achieve both! As I stroll the neighborhood, nearby I come across old large properties that are completely walled in.  My fa ..read more

https://asianlifestyledesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Book_Promo_edited.mp4 Hey everyone I’m excited to announce my book, “How to Find a Good Feng Shui House‘ is out!   If you’ve enjoyed my blog over the years, you’ll know that I follow Form School feng shui and that’s what the book is based on. What’s it about?   Whether purchasing or renting a house, finding a place to call home is stressful and complicated!  This book is a practical guide to find a home with a step by step process.   And unlike other feng shui books, there’s no superstitions, mystici ..read more

People often ask: Is it bad feng shui to have a television in the bedroom? Actually, having a television in a bedroom is a personal choice, a lifestyle issue. Most modern amenities and household products affect our health to some varying degree. This includes over a thousand different household chemicals, electrical appliances, cell phones, computers, etc. Do we give up these modern amenities and go back to living our lives like people from a few centuries ago? Do not be overly obsessed with a small quantity of electronics, for their impact toward our health may be insignificant. If one insist ..read more

Every year color experts and paint companies disclose their picks for the hue that best summarizes the current period. Their choices for color of the year often draw on trends in design, fashion, technology, pop culture. This autumn for the first time in years multiple brands have selected nearly the same shade. Various shades of green were announced as their 2022 color of the year. If you happen to like any of these hip hues, the year of 2022 will be a good time to update your home, architectural color specialist Jennifer Ott said. These paint color picks mean that green will also soon be eve ..read more

Dear Friends, I am pleased to announce that my book How to Find a Good Feng Shui House is now published. Let this book hold you by the hand throughout your journey to finding and selecting the kind of home that will support you in your journey! It is true that there is power in everything around us and that power can affect us either positively or negatively. The house you live in, for example, can determine how prosperous you become, how fulfilled you become, how healthy you become, how much energy you have and much more! Imagine living in a house that is not only a combination of beautiful a ..read more