I often consult for people who are trying to sell their home. The goals in selling real estate are to do it quickly, harmoniously and for the best price possible....... Read More

They all start out as pairs—but bookends (and certain other collectibles such as fu dogs) don’t always stay with their mate. The only feng shui rule about single bookends is:...... Read More

Floor patterns are important because things that are below us represent that which is fundamental. As a general rule, floor patterns should be subdued. Floor patterns that are visually arresting...... Read More

I always enjoy a visit to lovely Hilo on the other side of the island, but this most recent trip was extra special for the rewarding (and romantic!) feedback I...... Read More

I’m a collector, and I appreciate good writing that takes collecting seriously. This New York Times article is interesting and the exhibit sounds very interesting. In the next three to...... Read More

There is a particular kind of bookend that should never be placed in the Relationship Corner of the house or of a room. I’m referring to a pair of bookends...... Read More

Last year, I was asked for permission to excerpt content from my most recent book, Feng Shui for Love & Money, in Conscious Lifestyle magazine. I readily granted that permission, and you...... Read More

This House Beautiful article, “This Is Officially the World’s Ugliest Color,” was sent to me by Dawn Sakamoto at Watermark Publishing, who’ve published three of my books. (Many people have...... Read More

The formal front door is the most important part of the exterior of your home. It’s the mouth of  chi energy—the place where energy enters your home. That’s the case...... Read More

I was recently asked, “Are window nooks good or bad feng shui?” They’re good in the sense that extensions are generally good in the bagua—they say “more of” for whatever...... Read More