Men (Blokes) And Feng Shui Gardening

Recently Ive been talking to various people about Chi Gardening and a discussion with two blokes come to mind. Both were successful, you know the big house, boat and maybe millionaire tag and both were interested in natu

The 8 Elements, But What About Tone? - Feng Shui In The Garden

Over the past so many years Ive developed a vision of Chi seen through 8 elements. I first saw these as a composition at Callala Bay on the New South Wales South Coast of Australia on an extraordinary afternoon gazing ov

Three Stages In Life - Feng Shui Gardening

Three stages in life, what an absurdity, how can life be split into stages? Life is life and a transition from birth to death, but this journey could be broken down to view life from another prospective. Lets break the j

Autumn And Spring - Feng Shui In The Garden

Yin handing over to Yang - Spring Yang handing over to Yin - Autumn During these periods a time arises when they are both in harmony with each other. Neither Yin or Yang and that reflected in the ambiance of sunlight,

A Feng Shui Garden Evaluation Technique

A few years ago I mentioned to a Feng Shui practitioner, I saw Chi energies as a game between the goodies and the baddies. He quietly reminded me that wasnt the case and suggested instead we look at the association betwe

The Japanese Garden - Feng Shui Gardening

In March 2008, I had the opportunity to spend two weeks or so visiting the Gardens of Kyoto. It was a tremendous experience, visiting the city, and being in company with its residents, my visiting of buildings, hotels, c

No. 1 Lorikeet Lane - Feng Shui Garden Design

Relocatable Home in Lorikeet Lane Bit of a challenge youve got there, the elderly neighbour said. Its been neglected for a few years. What do you have in mind? I replied Im going to redo the garden and harmonise its nat

Yang Homes In New Estates - Harmonious Chi Gardening

Driving around through suburbia to see how the other half lives (more likely the other half per cent), one need go no further than cross the bridge onto Sovereign Islands Estate, Gold Coast, Queensland in Australia. Home

Small Area Viewing Gardens - Japanese Gardens

A pleasant Sunday was spent wandering the streets and lanes of Gion in Kyoto, Japan and viewing temples such as Kiyomizu Temple and the quaint Entouin Temple and of course viewing gardens seen along the way. The Japanese

Yin And Yang Transition In Kyoto Temple Gardens - Japanese Gardens

No doubt travel broadens the mind. Visiting temple gardens in Kyoto in March 2008 was initially confusing because I couldnt work out if the site was Yin or Yang. This could be a lifetime study. Ill have to do some more t

Rhythm And Flow - Harmonious Chi Garden

If we are lucky enough to observe nature, we slowly become attuned to its rhythm and flow and its gentle transition from one state to another. Suggesting by living in harmony with our surroundings we accept natures will

Add New Garden Ornaments To Liven Up Your Garden!

Doing the garden is getting to know more about décor and knowing what will suit your concept. There are concepts in heaters, lights and seating arrangements. It is great to know that a simple stepping stone concept or a

Garden Ornaments Add Aesthetic Value To Your Abode

A beautifully decorated garden completes and compliments a house to a great degree. In addition to the usual plants, trees and bushes, garden ornaments can add a great aesthetic value to your gardens. Just like how you w

Some Of The Common Garden Ornaments Explored

Garden ornaments are wonderful accessories that add great visual appeal to your landscape. They come in many shapes, sizes and colors to suit every season, décor, space and likes. There are plenty of options when it come

Effortless And Easy - Select Garden Ornaments Online

Have you moved in to a new house with a large garden? It must be really exciting for you to set the entire space! Look into simple concepts and shop online for the garden decorations. Ordering garden ornaments is now so

Stamped Concrete Is An Exciting Old Material With A New Look

Stamped concrete is an old material, concrete with a great new look which makes it far more attractive for many uses today. Stamped concrete can simulate many other materials such as tiles, cobblestones, wood, and stone.

Backyard Landscaping Tips You Could Do Yourself

Carrying out some landscaping does not always have to mean you go and hire a company to come in and do the work for you. As long as you are healthy enough there are a number of things that you can manage to do yourself w

No. 3 Lorikeet Lane, Part 1 - Feng Shui Garden Design

Wow! What a mess. An overgrown and out of control garden completely neglected for many years and showing it. Yet in days gone by, Number 3 contained a very pleasant garden from what I understand. Laid out by a man and hi

No. 3 Lorikeet Lane, Part 4 - Feng Shui Garden Design

Transformations, transformations and a need to work, but Number 3 Lorikeet Lane is getting there and the garden is taking shape. It definitely is a garden on the curve and Ive deliberately set it out to ensure not one s

No. 3 Lorikeet Lane, Part 3 - Feng Shui Garden Design

Time waits for no one as the saying goes and progress, Im not too sure. It requires commitment and effort, but Number 3 is changing and becoming closer to have a go at some gardening. The relocatable was more run down th