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Though popular in many decorating circles, Feng Shui and [http://www.fengshuivastu.in Vastu] Shastra always seemed a bit out there to us. Sure, theyâve been practiced for centuries and are widely said to bring harmony into the home, but letâs be honest, worshipping a Saarinen chair is about the closest weâll ever get to mixing decorating and spirituality. But just when we thought the craze was through, a recent surge of stylish and seemingly practical books hit our desk. We took a closer look and discovered that the key principles of these ancient practices were more in line with our decorating beliefs than we thought.

So for the rest of you skeptics, hereâs an overview of the two schools, what theyâand weâhave in common from a decorative point of view, and the best principles to draw from to create a more positive and streamlined space.
Ancient Practices at a Glance

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Dating back over 3,000 years, Feng Shui is Chinese for âwind and waterâ and is about using environmental factors and their energy flow (or âchâiâ) correctly to enhance and prosper in life. âFeng Shui is based on the idea that everything in your outer surroundings affects the course of your life,â says Jayme Barrett, author of Feng Shui Your Life. Serious practitioners consider it a holistic art that applies to home, work, health and relationships. Feng Shui has gained a foothold in the U.S. over the last 20 years as a way to regain a sense of balance and calm in our increasingly frenetic, stressful way of life.

Vastu Shastra
The India-derived Vastu Shastra is said to be the basis for Feng Shui and has recently gained Western popularity for its eco-conscious appeal. âWhen translated âVastuâ means âthe environmentâ and is about building homes that are in harmony with nature,â according to Muktirajsinhji Chauhan, of the School of Architecture in Ahmedabad, India. As going green continues to grow in popularity so does Vastu Shastra for its embrace of all things eco.
Common Links and the Decorative Takeaway 

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Although quite different in many ways, Feng Shui and Vastu Shastra share some common core timeless design approaches that sound familiar to us but are made better from their enlightened perspective.

â¢ Clutter gives way to order. This commonsense principle is something we all know works without thinking too hard. Physically de-cluttering the home helps clears the mind of toxic thoughts, which make us more receptive for contemplation and receiving positive energy.

â¢ Colors cue moods. The palette to embrace is one that satisfies the range of human emotion: pink and orange trigger joy; green and blue create calm; red inspires passion; black and white embody grace. Decorate with colors that please you and positive energy will flow undisrupted from your self to your abode.

â¢ Light is truly illuminating. The choice of lighting sets the tone for a room. Flooding the home with early-morning light awakens the mind with a gentle reminder of the possibilities that lie ahead. Lower the lights and it will trigger the dayâs end ritual of relaxation. For those that enter you home, low light emits a sense of intrigue. A bright light welcomes.

â¢ Nature belongs indoors too. Whether home is in the country or in an urban setting, plant life and natural elements form a connection to the great outdoors. No matter how high tech life may be, the spirit can be best nurtured by Mother Nature.