Quick Feng Shui Guide
What to Know First
In traditional feng shui, the balcony is considered an important area where energy enters and circulates throughout the home.
Here are three things that are traditionally believed to be avoided:
Step by step
How to Apply This Tip
Avoid Extending or Expanding the Balcony Without Proper
Planning
Avoid Balconies That Stick Out Too Much
Avoid Balconies That Stick Out Too Much
Avoid Completely Open or Hollow Balcony Designs
Avoid Completely Open or Hollow Balcony Designs
More Feng Shui Notes
Balconies have weight limits and structural requirements.
Removing walls, extending the balcony, or placing heavy objects without professional approval can create safety risks and disturb the overall balance of the home.
In feng shui, a balanced and symmetrical shape is considered more harmonious.
A balcony that extends too far outward or has an unusual shape is traditionally believed to disrupt the flow of energy and affect the sense of stability within the home.
Modern glass or open-style balconies may look spacious and stylish, but traditional feng shui views them differently.
A completely open design is believed to make it harder to "hold" positive energy and may create a feeling of instability. It can also reduce privacy and make the home feel less protected.
A balanced balcony design - one that combines openness, comfort, privacy, and safety - is considered the ideal choice.
