1. Design Concept
The concept for this project is to create a design that is
sustainable and functional. Sustainable design compels us to
address social, economic and environmental considerations. It
SUSTAINABLE
also enhances quality of life; improve energy e ciency while
ensuring thermal comfort.
My goal is to enhance the well being of my client using the
principles of Feng Shui. Feng Shui, the Chinese art of
placement explores the connection between person and
place. This information system correlates health, wealth,
happiness and prosperity with how we design, decorate and
arrange our homes and work places. Feng Shui creates a shift
in the ow of energy. The ow is a ected by many things:
movement, color, odors, shapes, symbols, textures, light,
sound and intent. Intent is the primary component of
Feng Shui because energy follows intent. This vital
energy that surrounds us is referred as “Chi.” Chi
is always striking a balance between Yin and
Yang. Yin and Yang are the
complimentary opposites, neither
good or bad, right or wrong.
To me sustainable design and
Feng Shui are related because
both e ectively use solutions
that encourage our
coexistence with nature.