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ACCESSORIZE AND ENERGIZE
WITH THE 5 ELEMENTS
Bring the elements of nature indoors and enjoy
the contrast that each provides in creating a
balanced environment.
Wood Element
Plants, wood furniture
and accessories, floral
or striped prints, cotton,
linen fabrics. The
columnar, tall, vertical
shape of wood brings
in upward growth, and
uplifting chi.
Earth Element
Granite, tile, terracotta,
ceramics, crystals,
stones, sand, images
of earthy landscapes.
The square, rectangular,
low, flat shape of earth
energy is grounding
and adds stability.
Fire Element
Candles, fireplace, lighting,
images of the sun or fire,
wool, leather, animals.
The pointed, diamond,
pyramidal, triangular
patterns of fire energize,
expand, and attract.
Water Element
Water fountain or fish bowl
and images of water. The
wavy or irregular patterns of
water are associated with
flow in life and in finances.
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DECORATE
ACCORDING TO
EACH SEASON
Swap out decorations to
celebrate the shifts in each season.
Changing the decorations within
our homes keeps our environments from
becoming too static and keeps
us consciously connected to the cycles of seasons.
Swap out your warm weather wreaths, tablecloths, candles,
accessories, bedding, accent pillows, and window treatments
for your cooler weather accessories.
Follow these simple tips to transform your home into a
place where you and your family thrive and experience
a sense of peace and well being, compliments of Mother
Nature. Be sure to make a conscious effort to spend
more time outdoors to renew and inspire you to bring
more of her beauty into your home.
Kristin M Wistar has been creating beautiful interiors since 1990. In recent
years, she has added Feng Shui and Dowsing to her practice of interior
design. She creates from a conscious heart-felt design system for your home
or office to attract more of what you truly desire in life.
Metal Element
Metal art, sculpture,
reflective items or
metal furniture. The
oval, round and arched
shape of metal keeps
things refined and controlled.
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USE COLORS INSPIRED
BY NATURE
Color can make all the
difference in the feel of a space and you
can harness its energy to inspire and nurture you.
Green tones are associated
with wood energy. Green is
about growth and healing.
Blues are associated with
water. Create a calming,
renewing feel.
Reds, oranges, and
purple tones are each
associated with fire. Add
excitement and attention.
Yellows, browns, and
earthy tones add the
element of stability and
groundedness.
Metallic silver, bronze,
gold tones and white
connect to the element of
metal. Its energy is productive
for mental processes, gathering
activities, and communication.
enhance magazine | NOVEMBER 2016
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