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  Article: The Traditional Feng Shui Evaluation - by Arch. Simona Mainini  
     
 

In medical practice, a good diagnosis of the symptoms is fundamental for a successful cure. Similarly, in Feng Shui a correct analysis, or evaluation, is the starting point for a proper upgrading.

During the analysis, we first observe the landscape surrounding the property, also defined as 'Big Environment': in doing this we observe the flow of Chi in the landscape and, whether it is a beautiful garden or a hectic city, make sure the building receives the most beneficial energy. Landscape design features are then used to eliminate disturbances from inauspicious sources.

Secondly, the interior is analyzed to ensure a proper flow of Chi in every room of the house, avoiding stagnation and depletion. This process is similar to the regulation of Chi flow in the body during an acupuncture session, except that no needles are used. At this stage, the furniture layout is important and appropriate design features are recommended for better results.

The third phase is the most critical. The Chi components are analyzed in detail: like white light through a prism divided into the electromagnetic spectrum's colors, so the flow of Chi is divided into branches of energy vibrating to different frequencies. This process of analysis shows whether a site's energetic field is balanced or unbalanced by using the geomancer compass to find the magnetic pole and establish the building's orientation. During this phase, the date of construction of the building is a crucial information for the energy floorplan calculation. Then, natural material objects and colors belonging to any missing energy frequency can be introduced to recreate the harmony.
This analysis is applied to every room of the house to ensure total balance.

The fourth phase involves the compatibility of the building with its inhabitants: more detailed attention is paid to space and color, as well as bed and desk orientation, favoring the options most beneficial to the inhabitants.

The results of such an evaluation will create detailed guidelines involving furniture layout and interior design in the case of an existing building, and space planning, design development advice and job site visits during construction for new projects or remodelings.

A common idea is that Feng Shui is divided into several schools. The most well known are Form school and Compass school. This is a division created in modern days, but, in fact, Classical Yang Sang Feng Shui includes them all. When you observe the big and the small environment you apply the teaching of the 'Form,' while when you study the magnetic field you apply the 'Compass' formulas. This procedure is the only one that can guarantee a complete, custumed analisys of your living environment.

 
     
 

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ITALY:        Mainini Arreda -- Feng Shui Architecture
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Combining Italian design and ancient wisdom, Simona Mainini has found the perfect design balance for living in harmony with the forces of nature.

Simona's unique approach in uniting good design, functionality and the natural environment derives from a strong background in the arts and design. She holds a Doctor in Architecture degree from the Politecnico of Milan and a Master in Arts Diploma from the School of Arts of Reggio Emilia, Italy. She is also a certified graduate from the American Feng Shui Institute of Los Angeles, California, created by Hong Kong Grand Master Larry Sang.

After experiencing many years in interior design, furniture business and architectural design, she is now principal of Feng Shui Architecture, a internationally consulting firm specializing in Feng Shui Design. Under this label, she had consulted for big and small businesses and corporations, home and business owner at every stage of building’s design, remodelling or upgrading.

Reviews of Simona’s projects have appeared in the Los Angeles Times Magazine, on July 12, 1998, in the Italian magazines Casa Idea and Tra Cielo e Terra in February 2000, Casaviva in October, 1999, GdA International in July, 1999 and GdA Italy in September, 1999. Her work is also featured in Dr. Carol Soucek King books, Feng Shui at Home (May, 1999) and her upcoming Feng Shui at Work.

Simona Mainini also offers lectures, classes and seminars for professionals and lay people both in English and Italian.

Currently living in Beverly Hills, California, she is a member of the American Feng Shui Society and is an Associate of the American Institute of Architects/ Los Angeles Chapter. She is currently writing the book Good Feng Shui for Good Design-- Theories, Practical Example and Case Studies.


 
 

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