Destructive  Energy (Shar Qi)
Staircases

How can staircases affect you?  First, vertical objects penetrating through the front door are potentially harmful.  It is important, based on the residents' date of birth, to determine a proper place for a staircase within the house.  Different people and different stair locations have different affects. 

For instance, A staicase facing the front door (facing west) of a house or building, may cause the residents (depending on their element) money loss, infidelity, or even ailments affecting lungs.
A staircase facing the front door (to the south) it's negative energies conflict with the fire energies.  The resident may likely to suffer circulatory problems since the heart is associated with the south and fire.  A staircase located in the middle of the house may cause residents (wood element) to suffer from headaches and fatigue.  A staircase aligned with the bedroom door will affect the person using the room, making them more prone to sinus allergies, especially if the bedroom is located in  the north (water element).  When earth engergies encounter water energies, there is a higher chance for this person to commit adultery, suffer dizziness, back stress, or nasal congestion.

To minimize these problems, avoid stairs that are straight and spiral.  Stairs should be wide and well lit.
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Entryway

The front door is one of the most important considerations you must make when choosing a good house.  You need to make sure it doesn't open to a narrow and cluttered hallway or foyer.  It is important that nothing sharp is pointing towards your front door.  A tree directly located in your front door is to be avoided.  Make sure that the sidewalk or path to your front door is curved rather than straight.  The front door should be prominent, bright and inviting. 

Types of Doors


A wide door opening in is probably the best.  Doors opening out are not conducive for welcoming the good qi into your home.