Each trigram comprises combinations of three straight lines that are eitherbroken (— —) or unbroken (—). These trigrams collectively represent the trinity of the universe comprising the subject (man), the object having form (earth), and the content (heaven).The lowest place in the trigram is that of the earth; the middle place in the trigram belongs to man; and the top place in the trigram to heaven.

A global concept of the universe is fully expressed by the aggregate meanings of the eight trigrams. Another significant feature is that they intermingle when they become hexagrams. Read the rest of this entry »

Feng Shui can be applied toany garden to energize thelandscape and simplify the Chi, thus bringing good fortune or deflecting negative energy.Gardens in cities or towns are often tiny. Owners have little or no control over elevations and surrounding shapes in the neighborhood. In such circumstances, space must be expanded visually as much as possible with clever use of perspective, patterns, shapes, and colors so that, whatever the orientation, the natural energies of the environment will be enhanced. Where possible, create a meandering pathway to direct auspicious energy in the direction of the house itself.

Assessing the location ofyour garden

Apply the Five Element theory to the design of your garden. Determine its compass orientationwith an ordinary compass, standing outside your main door. Do separate readings for the front and back gardens. Read the rest of this entry »