Using Compasses and Bagua Tools

Adapting Feng Shui Bagua Tools to the Layout of British Period and Contemporary Houses

By Oliver Harris 23 June 2025

Introduction to Feng Shui and the Bagua MapFeng Shui, a time-honoured Chinese practice, has steadily gained popularity across the globe, offering a holistic approach to creating harmonious living spaces. At its heart, Feng Shui is about balancing the flow of energy, or qi, within our environments to enhance wellbeing, prosperity, and happiness. The Bagua map…

Comparing Classical Chinese and Western Compass Techniques for Home Alignment

By Oscar Wood 23 June 2025

Introduction to Home Alignment ConceptsThe orientation of our homes has long been a subject of both practical and philosophical interest across civilisations. In particular, the ways in which Classical Chinese and Western cultures have approached home alignment reveal much about their broader worldviews and values. From the ancient streets of Changan to the leafy avenues…

Understanding the Bagua Map: Origins, Structure, and Practical Application in the UK

By Grace Wright 23 June 2025

Introduction to the Bagua MapThe Bagua Map is a fundamental tool in Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese practice focused on harmonising individuals with their environment. For those unfamiliar with its origins, the Bagua Map serves as a spatial blueprint, dividing spaces into eight key areas that correspond to different aspects of life, such as career,…

Introducing the Luo Pan: How Traditional Feng Shui Compasses Are Used in Modern British Homes

By Mia Turner 23 June 2025

A Brief Journey Into the History of the Luo PanStep into the world of Feng Shui and you’ll encounter a remarkable instrument: the Luo Pan. This ancient compass, rich with symbolism and intricate markings, traces its origins back over two millennia to imperial China. The Luo Pan was never just a tool for physical navigation;…

A Comprehensive Guide to Feng Shui Compasses: History, Use, and Differences from Western Compasses

By Mia Wood 23 June 2025

Introduction to Feng Shui CompassesFeng Shui compasses, referred to as luopan, play a pivotal role in the ancient Chinese art of geomancy. Unlike the familiar Western compass, which is primarily a navigational tool, the luopan is both a spiritual and practical instrument designed to harmonise environments according to complex cosmological principles. Rooted deeply in Chinese…