Elemental Feng Shui: The Art of Orientation

This paperback release from FriesenPress approaches Eastern spatial wisdom through its most basic components, breaking down the concepts of wind as breath and water as sustenance. Written by M Charlyne Chiasson, the text draws upon ancient elemental traditions to examine how these forces shape human experience from the inside out. Chiasson brings a professional background in the design world to her analysis, offering practical applications for spatial orientation, interior planning, architecture, and landscape design. Organized as both an introductory reference manual and a self-help study, the 164-page work explains how balance and harmony operate across physical and personal environments. The pages detail methods for establishing nourishing living spaces while simultaneously guiding readers toward self-discovery through elemental principles. Rather than focusing strictly on abstract philosophy, the content connects traditional spatial concepts directly to modern interior design, building structure, and garden arrangements. This guide suits design professionals seeking an elemental framework for their projects, as well as general readers who want to understand their personal connection to their surroundings. It does not suit readers looking for historical treatises on Chinese history or advanced mathematical compass calculations, as it focuses on foundational elemental principles and interior design application.