Cecil Lee

These are some considerations: 1. Generally, Option where the altar is next to the main door is a good choice. 2. As you had mentioned, the stove placement should be based on one's ba zi and is beyond this discussion. 3. There is no issue if one wants to place a shoe cabinet next to the main door. This is pretty common even for many condo unit owners.

1. Info extracted from a past forum message:- 10. Under the Yin and Yang concept, anything that is even number e.g. 2, 4, 6, 8 etc.. is considered yin. While 1, 3, 5, 7 or any odd number is considered yang. --- It follows the same principles for all even numbers are considered (yin) and all odd numbers are considered (yang). This means that 2, 4, 6, 8 are yin, and 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 are yang. This theory is applied to all I-Ching, Flying Star and anything to do with number theory. Warmest Regards Robert Lee 2. A proper Flying Star chart can detect further clues as to how yin a specific sector is. Thus for example: if the bomb shelter storeroom in the earlier example has concentrations of too many YIN flying star numbers like MS#2 MS#4 and Base#2 then, this sector is considered too yin. And have a higher chance of getting hijacked by yin spirits. 3.My earlier resources written around 1997 on Devil's gate can be found under this link:-http://www.geomancy.net/resources/art/art-gate.htm

The revised position of the pooja (altar). It is now sitting SE facing NW instead.

Last year, a Hindu client of mine, had his altar facing NE and sitting SW. In Singapore, it is common for many Hindus to place their pooja (altar) in a storeroom or bomb shelter. In this case, please see attachment. The client's original altar is as shown in the attachment i.e. sitting SW facing NE. I recommended him to change the altar to sit SE facing NW as shown in the highlighted in BLUE MESH.

1. Under Shapes and Forms Feng Shui, there are two considerations, here:- These are some considerations:- 1. Yin and Yang concept and Bright Hall effect 1.1 Often when someone plants a tree e.g. a fruit tree like the mango tree. If planted in the ground, such a tree often matures and can grow pretty large by the time they reach 8 years or more. 1.2 In the past, especially in the 1970's where many who purchased a landed property will have a proper sized garden and car porch. As such often we see a mango tree planted in the compound of the house. 1.3 Please take note that in general planting a tree is not a bad idea. But, from these photos one can see that a mango tree can grow pretty large: http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=19&mid=3969&new= 1.4 What is more of a concern is that the area surrounding the tree trunk if not properly trimmed or if the tree is huge; can cast a dark shadow below. Making the area too Yin. 1.5 One therefore can no longer enjoy a BRIGHT HALL effect especially if the entire frontage is exceptionally darken by the leave foliage of such a tree. 1.6 Thus if there no longer a bright hall effect; it is harder for qi to collect and meander into the home. 1.7 This is why nowadays, many Singapore terrace homes and even semi-detached and bungalows opted for low foliage density trees such as the Lipstick palm (Maharaja tree). As most palm trees often have fewer leaves and the lipstick palm being red is considered auspicious and it grows in a cluster both tall and thin with a fan shaped foliage that does not cast as much dark shadows as a well rounded mango or rambutan or similar type of trees. 2. Devil's Gate: Devil's front door (portal for them to enter this world) and out. 2.1 Even under Indian Vastu principles: it is best not to place figurines of Hindu gods in a North-East and South-West alignment. This is because, there is a concern of or similar to the Devil's gate. 2.2 Thus, for Indian homes that install a Pooja, it is strongly recommended to avoid placing the altar facing NE and sitting SW. The concern is that inadvertenly the figurines or the pooja site can become a portal for the movement in and out of such spirits. 2.3 More so, as the pooja room (prayer) room is often located in a storeroom for Singapore Indians. And if we do read many stories about "Western" hauntings; often the spirits would hide in a storeroom as it is rather dark and cold. Talk about cold spots, here. 3. In a past link, I also mentioned; to be extra careful that the tree trunk does not slice into the living room window(s) or sliding panels or the main entrance door of a home. Please read more from an earlier posting. Do a search and one can find old resources on having tree(s) in a compound:- 1.1. Yin and Yang concept Often, the living room is located at the frontage of the home. And good trimming or landscaping is good, here so that the frontage does not get cluttered. In Singapore, especially in the early 1970's many landed property homes often have a mango tree at e.g. the corner or the frontage of the home. Some have rambutan trees. What happen is that when a mango tree matures, it can grow quite tall and can cast a large "shadow" below, making the frontage very yin (or dark). Some feel that it makes the home "gloomy" as too much shade literally hides the frontage of the home. Nowadays, in Singapore, it is rare for new developments (landed properties) to have a mango tree. Especially since the external floor area is much reduced and no space for such a tree or trees. 1.2 Tree trunks Be careful of the trunk of a tree slicing towards one's main entrance area or slicing towards the windows of a bedroom or living room. This is considered as a poison arrow. Make sure that the guava tree's trunk does not directly slice the main door. To test, stand inside the main entrance and look out of it directly. Ref: http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=1&mid=24161&new= http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=19&mid=3969&new=

Question: May I know where is the best place to put all the items such as salt, oil, rice, huat kuay, pineapple etc after we brought them into the house and for how long we need to put it there? The idea of bringing in the items are symbolic. It implies stocking up essentials. Thus, anytime, after bringing them in; they can be properly organized and stored in their respective places. And to be used or consumed, anytime afterwards. Thus there is no hard or fast rule to where to place them; but definitely after bringing them into the kitchen, one day must keep or place them in their proper shelves.

How come this fella prays daily to Guan Yin. Yet, will never get cancer from daily incense burning? What do you thing?

Further to what I had mentioned, please don't get me wrong. I am not anti-praying or anti-worship. Just do remember, as a test, go into each bedroom; under various circumstances such as main door opened? bedroom window(s) opened and different times of day (high low pressure) and after a month or two, try to smell e.g. pillow cases etc.. in a specific room. If one does smell trace elements of incense material smell; then take extra precaution like reduce the frequency of burning incense. Espeially if family members remain behind the home most of the time.

Further to whatI had mentioned earlier, in my opinion, if one is not burning incense it is find to consider any of the "preferred" locations for the altar table. But if one intends to burn incense and with young children staying at home or retired parents; then on the safe side, it is preferred that one should not choose options B, C or Y. As often, these three areas in particular B and C are closest to the passageway corridor leading to all three bedrooms in the attachment. It is one thing being faithful to one's God, deity or Buddha, but it is another thing when one inadvertenly develops cancer when lighting up incense at the altar. Incense - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IncenseCached-Similar You +1'd this publicly.Undo Direct-burning incense comes in several forms, including incense sticks (or "joss ..... Incense burning did not affect lung cancer risk among non-smokers, but it ... Religious use of incense - Frankincense - Incense of India - Incense Route Incense smoke may increase cancer risk | Science | guardian.co.uk www.guardian.co.uk ? ScienceCached-Similar You +1'd this publicly.Undo Aug 26, 2008 ? After adjusting for other lifestyle factors that are known to cause cancer, such as smoking, the team found that burning incense was associated ... Long-term Exposure to Incense Raises Cancer Risk - US News and ... health.usnews.com ? Health ? Family HealthCached You +1'd this publicly.Undo Aug 25, 2008 ? 25 (HealthDay News) -- Exposure to burning incense over long periods of time raises the risk of developing cancers of the upper respiratory ... The pros and cons of burning incense - The Wellness Warrior www.thewellnesswarrior.com.au/.../the-pros-and-cons-of-b...Cached You +1'd this publicly.Undo by Jessica Ainscough - in 116 Google+ circles Nov 22, 2010 ? I'm talking about burning incense. Research conducted in Taiwan regarding the connection between incense and cancer concluded that the ... Burning incense increases cancer risks: study - Health - CBC News www.cbc.ca/news/health/story/2008/08/25/incense-cancer.html You +1'd this publicly.Undo Aug 25, 2008 ? Inhaling incense fumes over long periods increases the risk of developing cancers of the respiratory tract, a finding that applies to Asian ... Burning incense linked to cancer ? News in Science (ABC Science) www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2008/08/26/2346562.htmCached-Similar You +1'd this publicly.Undo Aug 26, 2008 ? Burning incense may create a sweet scent, but regularly inhaling the smoke could put people at risk of cancers of the respiratory tract, say ... Is Incense a Cancer Threat? - Dr. Weil www.drweil.com/drw/u/.../Is-Incense-a-Cancer-Threat.htmlCached-Similar You +1'd this publicly.Undo Oct 17, 2008 ? The study was published in the October 1, 2008 issue of Cancer. Earlier research from Taiwan showed that burning incense in a badly ... Incense Burning and Respiratory Tract Cancer www.medscape.com/viewarticle/579838Cached-Similar You +1'd this publicly.Undo Aug 29, 2008 ? Regular and long-term use of incense increases the risk for squamous cell carcinomas in the respiratory tract, but is not associated with an ... Burning Incense: Not Worth The Pleasant Scent If It Causes Cancer preventdisease.com/.../101212_Burning-Incense-Not-Worth-The-Ple...Cached You +1'd this publicly.Undo Oct 12, 2012 ? Burning Incense: Not Worth The Pleasant Scent If It Causes Cancer. Incense burning 'may cause cancer' - CNN articles.cnn.com/.../incense.cancer_1_incense-lung-canc... - United StatesCached You +1'd this publicly.Undo Aug 3, 2001 ? Think twice before lighting that next stick of incense. You might be getting more than a gentle whiff of sandalwood.If a group of researchers in ...

1. These are some considerations or NICE-to have and not a MUST-have. 2. Please note that the attached layout (Option 1 and Option 2) shows another variant layout where the kitchen is narrower. But the advantage is that the stove can be kept away from the kitchen entrance opening for either Option 1 or Option 2. 3. From a common sense approach to Feng Shui, some felt that Option 1 is a better choice. 3.1. As often, when invited guests come into our apartment, "first-impressions count". And more often than not, if there is a kitchen door; most of the time, it is left opened. 3.2. And being a regular home (not a show room); when one steps into the apartment (as shown in the Option 2 purple dotted lines just after entering the main entrance, one can directly see into the kitchen and back yard. Here, if we do hang underwear and other materials, it is in full sight of the visitor(s). 3.3. In addition, under symbolism in Feng Shui, and if Option 2 is selected, it is best not to place knife set close to the visible view of the front door. If we envisage, a thief may come in; see the knife, take it and start threating the household. 3.4. Option 2: is very similar to(and reminds me of) many condominium apartment layout... 4. In Punggol, be it Punggol Sapphire, Punggol Nautilus, Punggol Field etc.. there are lots of variants of similar layouts but various degrees of size / width of kitchen ranging from what is shown in your layout to this sample attachment.

A recent exercise on the ranking of the Five and Four bedroom types at La Fiesta condominium at Sengkang Somehow, there is limited (facing) choices for Five and Four bedroom types in this development. And "unfortunately" these larger stacks/units face the direct afternoon sun (not much choice thou) unless one seriously considers downsize to 3 bedrooms or 2 bedrooms. Which may not be possible for those who want larger unit types. Thus, a ranking exercise was done specifically for 5 and 4 bedroom types, here.

Thanks for your photo. These are some of my comments (Please see attachment): 1. I assume that the region surrounding marking in purple "A" is an opening. (Most likely the car porch of sorts). 2. If the entire purple rectangular bordering purple marking "A" is an open space, then; 2.1. Next, if the main door follows roughly the "thick Yellow" line and e.g. within the GREEN box; then without a doubt, there is no running away that the lamp post is slicing towards the main door.

Avoid an altar within the GREEN zone. Please refer to attachment. In general, the idea is that it is "bad manners" for an altar to "look into" the home i.e. bedrooms /toilets etc... While earlier marking in RED, Position E can be defined as looking inwards, but as it is placed close to the windows, this implies or hope that the deity should be (more respectful) and look out of the window (implied).

These are some considerations: 1. Not sure what you mean by RC wall? 2. Please refer to attachment: 2.1. In general, from a Chinese custom point of view, it is agreeable that the best altar position is at marking in RED "A". As per your suggested Option 1. 2.2. Other viable locations are:- 2.2.1 Next best locations by ranking are eithermarking(s) B, Y or C. 2.2.2 But for those who may like to select either marking B or C may have some long term side-effects. As there were some earlier studies where if one were to constantly light joss sticks, the fumes would often flow into the various bedrooms. And if there is an elderly or children in the various bedrooms; long term exposure is not that healthy. 3. Marking Y is if the original wall is not knocked out. And to make sure that behind the altar, there is no oven or stove or any such objects. 4. Stove position if the altar is at Option 1: there are two considerations: 4.1. In common sense Feng Shui, some say that it is not good to let the stove face an opening. One of the reasons is because, our eyes are not at the back, and in some Feng Shui literature, some say that a person could just walk (sneak) up to the person cooking and give a "fright" to the person cooking. 4.2. Symbolism in Feng Shui. Did one see the range highlighted in YELLOW. Only if the study room has been converted into a bedroom. And if the bedroom door faces the stove. It symbolises that the person sleeping in that bedroom may get a fever or have health concerns. If it is not a bedroom, not a concern, here. 5. A last resort for the altar at marking E means that any tv or hifi speakers should not be too close to the altar. Plus, if an altar is at marking E or D; make sure that there is no direct sunlight e.g. the east sun or the west setting sun rays shining towards the altar top. 6. In general, marking in RED "A" is considered as a good choice except that a shoe cabinet should not be constructed at the base or bottom of the altar. If one is prepared to change the kitchen door to marking X. There are some other plus points for the kitchen door at marking in purple "Y"; but this has more to do with common sense which I will not relate, here.

1. Please note that this area is no hocus pocus. 2. It is strictly based on the Five Elements concept AND? 3. For example, there is a difference between a person who is a WEAK FIRE person vs a STRONG FIRE person. 4. Of course if one is a weak fire person; the his/her beneficial element or colours are Wood (Green, brown or wood tone) and Fire (Red, pink or purple). 4.1. IF one is a STRONG fire person, then, common sense under the Five Elements concept is that one should not have additional FIRE (Red, pink or purple). Water element is favourable for that person. 5. If you are into DIY, you have to understand the concept of the Five Elements. 6. As you can see from the above: A person with Para 4 can use fire element. While a person under Para 4.1 should stay clear of it. 7. This forum is not a spoon feeding session. As this concept is as mentioned, not rocket science. It is pure and simple based on the Five Elements concept. 8. You have to differentiate between being either STRONG or WEAK under Ba zi and five elements concept. 9. In a DIY environment like this, it is best that you go and research further for your own good. 10. As I mentioned earlier, if one is a fire person, one should find out if he/she is a strong or weak fire element person. And the favourable colours are not the same for a weak vs a strong person.

As each of us have our own birth-chart. (The date we were born) Even for a home or an apartment: it also has it's own birth-chart. (A home can be classified as belonging to one of the periods. Thus brand new homes completed recently are Period 8 (between 2004 to 2023). When selecting the best colour scheme for a room. For example, in the attachment. The bedroom is located at West. And it is called bedroom 3. Here, the Flying Star chart is plotted to reveal what is the preferred colour for that room. And if a child or two children are to occupy it; then the earlier colour chart for an individual child or a combined both children's chart are considered in addition to the attached preferred colour for say bedroom 3.

The attachment is used as a guide for the colour scheme for e.g. a bedroom to be occupied by either Son 1 or Son 2 or if both happen to sleep in the same bedroom. This is known as applying Ba Zi (colour)Feng Shui.

These are some considerations: 1. In my opinion, most likely you are referring to the Eight House or 4 Good/4 Bad directions concept. 2. If, so It is good that you take a three step approach to understanding this concept before jumping the gun: http://wiki.geomancy.net/wiki/The_Three-Step-Approach 3. In the sample attachment; please take a look at the South-East sector chart. 3.1. One will notice that 6 family member's eight house chart is collected in a "yellow" box. And only Pers D shows death at that sector. 3.2. It can't be that a specific sector is like what you mentioned "the death area" unless all two teenage children have the same type of Eight House chart. 4. In Feng Shui, and Ba Zi Feng Shui, often one's favourable colours are used as "a balance" to try and harmonise the bedroom to one child or a combination of both depending if they sleep together.

In my opinion, presenting a gift has no direct correlation to the person's favourite colours:- 1. One consideration has more to do with one's culture or taboo. 1.1. For example, for the Chinese, it is considered very inauspicious to give someone a clock or a bell as a present. As this is like a "death wish". 1.2. Chinese also don't like giving others a pair of shoes. 2. Thus, it depends on individual cultures and taboos. Thus, I am sure that perhaps, your own culture do have certain taboos (if any). 3. In addition, some Chinese consider white as associated with "death". And often, any traditional customs or practises means giving someone wrapped in red is better. For example, during Chinese New Year, Red Hong Bao (red packets) filled with e.g. $10 notes are given to loved ones or their children. 4. For the Chinese, only at a wake do we hand over a white envelope filled with some money to the relative of the deceased! 5. Therefore, it has more to do with individual's own culture and perceptions. 6. Thus if one has a Chinese girl friend; giving a present wrapped in pure white paper to some may end up getting a tight slap! 7. Again different cultures, different views. Traditionally, Chinese wedding costumes are red in colour. As red is considered a very auspicious colour. 7.1. While for the west, white signifies purity e.g. a white wedding glown. Since white wedding dress is a common thing, and many Chinese are influenced by western culture, this is largely acceptable. But not otherwise.

These are some considerations: 1. Applying Flying Star is about looking at the big picture. First. 2. Where are the openings vs e.g. the plotted pie chart to see where qi most likely flow into the home or that sector. This forms the key ingredient in later seeing whether a cure can be put into place if any. 3. Frankly, I can't comprehend this statement: "The five element analysis (mountain vs water) result in earth 5 (inauspiciou) and" (?????)

These are some considerations: 1. Photo did not show out. 2. Please note that if the storm drain(s) are not covered; it also depends on the facing direction of the home. As this makes a difference if water should flow from right to left or left to right if it is "passing" thru the frontage.

In my opinion, one can or may use a combination of : 1. Virtual water + activity: 1.1 Since this is the living room area; and if there are pocket(s) of opening e.g. When at home, try to see if it is possible to have such openings. For example, if the main door has an extra grille gate; can lick it and open the main door partially. 1.2 Continue to have activity at the living room area. 2. The most common advice is that of placing a water feature to activate the #8. Since this is the living room, it is/may be possible this year. 2.1. You have to make extra effort to properly understand the Five element concept. As other than the base star; water is good to reduce or negate 7 and 2.

Which is more important? Shapes and Forms vs Flying Stars. Or rather which takes precedence over the other?

IT IS NICE-TO SIT IN A GOOD SECTOR IT IS EQUALLY NICE-TO SIT FACING A GOOD DIRECTION BUT IT IS NOT A MUST-DO!

These are some considerations: 1. Frankly, after scanning through your message; I feel that there is something a-miss here. 2. For example, it seems to me like that you may be confused with "facing a good direction" and in a "good or bad sector". 3. I am sure that your department or section is given a space of sorts. It is not like or seems not possible that your department occupies the entire floor and then you get to choose having your workstation at either e.g. North PART of the building or SW PART of the building. 3.1. If so, then, you should try to seat in a GOOD SECTOR. If you are a west group then you should try to move to the NW or SW or NE or West part of the building. 4. But to me, it sounds like the space is within a certain sector of the premises. And for example if your department is at say SE part of the floor; then often, if this is a small area, it does not make sense to divide this space into N, S, E etc... 5. Thus what I suspect is: one should not confuse the above with facing direction = sitting facing a good direction. 6. Logically the next question is: Is your new workstation (pretty permanent) as it is? I know must people cannot tell how long their department may occupy that space. But some departments seldom change AREA(s). 6.1. But if it is confirmed that every year, you get to play musical chair(s) for your work station; then logically by all means, select the best sector for that YEAR. 6.2. Otherwise, just imagine, if one is STUCK at a seat (workstation). And if one is so myopic and just look at that year in question. And perhaps, a year, later, regret that the annual stars have changed. 6.3. Personally, I have my own work room. And for me, I really "can't be bothered" where Tai Sui is yearly. That is my thinking. How can those with a Fixed room place their workstation on somekind of a revolving platter? This year, face the door, next year, backside face the room door. How ridiculous can this be? 7. In life there is no such thing as 100% perfect. 8. To me, I feel that if our personal "Human or man luck" factors are strong, this can transcend over even Earth Luck (or Feng Shui). 9. If possible on a micro level: 9.1. Try if possible to face a good direction especially : Prosperity and or Excellent or none of these, Heath or Longevity sector. 9.2. If applying the Eight House theory, if given the last resort: face Death or Disaster sector; then better to face "Irritation or Spoke" then earlier (Death or Disaster). 10. In theory it is nice to seat in a good SECTOR and also nice to have (if possible) facing a good sector. Please note the word: NICE-to and not a MUST-do or die do it.