When it comes to modern interior design, designers and DIY enthusiasts are drawing inspiration from several different cultures and practices, and feng shui is a practice that is inspiring and influencing several interior design choices in 2026.
Not only are people looking for homewares and layouts that look good, but they’re also looking for pieces that make their space feel good, too. Feng shui can help your space feel more peaceful, calming and relaxed. Here’s how it’s being used in 2026 and how you can utilise it within your space.
So What Is Feng Shui?
If you’ve heard of feng shui but you’re not entirely sure what the practice actually entails, this is everything you need to know before embarking on your feng shui journey.
Feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice that involves arranging objects, furniture, decor items and space to achieve a sense of balance and positive energy flow (AKA chi). Feng shui translates to wind-water, and the practice aims to improve your overall well-being by aligning your surroundings with nature and getting rid of any clutter.
If you’ve been thinking about redecorating your space, you might want to consider checking our feng shui practices to make your space as aligned and harmonious as possible.
What Are Some Of The Core Practices In Feng Shui?
The Command Position
The command position is one of the most common practices when it comes to feng shui, and it essentially means positioning any key furniture in your room diagonally opposite the door. You don’t want any of your key furniture pieces facing the door directly when it comes to feng shui.
Whilst most commonly the command position is used in the bedroom with the key furniture being the bed, it also extends to the sofa in the living room, the oven in the kitchen or the desk in a study nook.
Balancing The Elements
Another practice of feng shui is balancing the five elements – wood, fire, earth, metal and water. When it comes to interior design, there are a few different ways you can do this, whether it’s through fabrics, furnishings, wall art prints, accent colours or a combination. You should try to have wood, fire, earth,
metal and water elements (or colours) throughout your space.
Keep It Decluttered
One of the most important principles of feng shui is to keep your space as decluttered as possible. Listen, we know that sometimes life just gets in the way, and clutter has a tendency to build up quite quickly.
We recommend regularly cleaning any clutter in your space in order to keep your home harmonious. In feng shui practices, clutter causes blocked energy and stress, so regular decluttering can remove and reduce negative energy and feelings of stress or unease.
Focus On The Flow
Feng shui is almost always about the flow and the layout of your room. You should be trying to facilitate the movement of chi in your area. One of the best ways to do this in your home is to try to include curved items, decor or artwork, as curved items promote better energy circulation in feng shui.
Utilise furniture, mirrors and your decor items to balance your space and allow for a flow and movement through your room that makes sense for your space.
Keep It Functional
There’s no point having a beautiful, balanced, harmonious space if it simply isn’t functional for your lifestyle. Try to balance the principles of feng shui with the functions of your room, and don’t be afraid to start small!
If you’re just getting involved in feng shui, try out different layouts and decor items before committing to just one. And if you’re still feeling a little lost, consider enlisting the help of an expert to make sure your space is as aligned as possible.
If modern interior design has taught us anything, it’s that feng shui is definitely here to stay!
