Dear Master Cecil Lee,
i just bought a new 5-rooms flat in woodlands and intending to install system 4 air-con for my flat. One in the Living Room, one in the Dining area, one on the master bedroom and the other one in the other room. Which location should i fix my air-con? what are the do's & don'ts? Please advise, thanks!
Regards,
Veronica

Dear Veronica,

1. Regardless of the situation, it is essential for an air conditioner to have the most direct path to two key areas:  
1.1. the outdoor compressor unit or the balcony where the compressor is located  
1.2. a route to channel condensed water to the nearest bathroom for drainage  

2. Choosing the shortest route is advisable because, over time (typically 2 years or more, depending on usage and environment), the air conditioner’s drainage pipes can become blocked by dust, similar to how arteries can become clogged.

3. A shorter route also means less piping is needed for both the refrigerant gas and the drainage.

4. From a Feng Shui perspective, it is recommended to avoid having the air conditioner’s fan coil directly above one’s head for two main reasons:  
4.1. The air conditioner unit may protrude outwards, which can create discomfort for some people, similar to having a beam above the head or bed (if the bed is positioned close to the wall). In such cases, repositioning the bed may be necessary, although this is not ideal.  
4.2. After a few hours of operation, the cold air from the air conditioner tends to sink, causing discomfort as it blows directly onto the face. This may not be suitable for most people, especially late at night. Such a setup might only be comfortable for those used to very cold climates, such as Eskimos or residents of Siberia.

5. Ideally, the air conditioner should blow air sideways, so it does not flow directly towards the face, as the face contains sensitive organs like the nose and mouth.

6. If placing the air conditioner at the side of the bed is not possible, the next best option is to position it opposite the bed, especially when the walls are spacious.

7. As a common-sense approach, some people prefer to install the air conditioner above the room’s doors. This was a common practice in many condominiums in the past, as it helps save wall space.

8. For example, when the unit is positioned above the bedroom entrance, it does not occupy additional usable wall space.

9. This is particularly evident in newly constructed two-bedroom condominiums. Because of the mandatory “Household Shelter” (bomb shelter), a significant portion of space is taken up, encroaching on the rest of the living area. As a result, some two-bedroom condos can feel more like a “prison” or detention cell. In fact, some cells might even be larger (by Silence of the Lambs standards)!

10. Finally, it is advisable to avoid placing the air conditioner directly above the toilet door, such as in the master bedroom. In my view, this is again a matter of common sense. Even when the toilet door is closed, cold air tends to sink to the floor. Many toilet doors also have gaps at the bottom. As a result, cold air may seep into the toilet, creating a slight “low pressure zone” outside the door, which can draw toilet odours into the room.

11. Regarding the use of air conditioning, those who are financially comfortable can choose air conditioning, as it helps improve air circulation in the home. For those with limited budgets, a ceiling fan or floor fan may be considered. Those on a very tight budget can use a paper or cloth handheld fan and rely on their own effort. For individuals with no budget at all, they might even consider whether nearby banks will open a branch with an air-conditioned lobby (with automated machines). If, hypothetically, the CCTV cameras are not working, one might be tempted to try sleeping there!

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Warmest Regards,
Cecil

 

 

 

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On 11/3/2003 5:33:31 AM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear Master Cecil Lee,
i just bought a new 5-rooms
flat in woodlands and
intending to install system 4
air-con for my flat. One in
the Living Room, one in the
Dining area, one on the master
bedroom and the other one in
the other room. Which location
should i fix my air-con? what
are the do's & don'ts? Please
advise, thanks!
Regards,
Veronica

 

Hi Cecil, is there any issue if we put the air con above the door?

Reply:

Condo does that especially if you have a false ceiling

Question: Yes, we have false ceiling. Want to avoid putting above the bed or across from the bed.

Reply: This is condo standard = okay

The air conditioning layout and piping are acceptable? According to Feng Shui principles, it is best if they are not positioned directly above the head of the bed. We have previously addressed this issue, and it closely resembles the designs in the options I presented.

It is also common sense to avoid placing the air conditioning above a table where water could potentially drip onto electrical equipment.

Apart from these considerations, the positioning of the air conditioning has no real relevance to Feng Shui.

 

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