The festive lunar new year period might be coming to an end, but the Year of the Rooster has only just begun. Keep your living space up to date with this year’s most auspicious shades, whether it’s by a fresh coat of paint or new pieces of furnishing.
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Fengshui expert grand master Tan Khoon Yong has harnessed than 30 years of experience, and here he shares with us tips on the best colours to bring into your home this year, and then some:
It is the Year of the Fire Rooster, so green and blue (representations of wood and water, which are favourable to the Fire Rooster) are considered particularly auspicious. Complement them with yellow, brown and grey.
Warm colours help enhance yang energy, while cool colours help enhance yin energy. In fengshui, striking a balance between the yin and yang is essential to a harmonious and prosperous household.
Common spaces in the home should feature colours which promote harmony. For instance, the living room is the most energetic place in the house, so warm colours will boost yang energy and ensure smooth qi flow. The kitchen, on the other hand, should feature cool colours to counteract heat used during cooking.
No, but it is advisable to avoid conflicting colours like red and black; the drastic contrast between the fire element (red) and water element (black) may trigger disputes.
Greyish-white will help promote peace, wealth and prosperity for our country.
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Text: Eliza Hamizah, Home And Decor / Additional Reporting: Elizabeth Liew
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