Immersing Yourself in the World of Indoor Water Features

Feng Shui of Water

Feng shui literally translates as 'wind and water,' and there are many analogies between how air moves through a home, and where water is placed and how it flows. Water is closely associated with wealth and career opportunities, as well as adding yang energy to your home. However, it is extremely important never to place water features near the front door, bedroom or south side of your home, as this can impact your health, reputation and wealth.

The best water features for feng shui are waterfalls; although beautiful, they may not be practical in everyday life. If you want a waterfall for feng shui purposes, you don't necessarily need to buy a large sculptural one — you can turn a wall into a water wall, a minimalist element that harmoniously blends with the rest of your home. You can also use a floating water wall to create sections in your house that look organic and do not disrupt the overall flow of space, although this depends heavily on architectural design for seamless integration.

Practical Water Features

Waterfalls require electricity, can be space-inefficient when poorly integrated and are difficult to maintain. But not all water features have to be waterfalls. By incorporating a bit of creativity into your interior design, you can add practical elements to daily fixtures such as sinks and showers.

Sinks and faucets can come in various shapes and styles. You might install a waterfall faucet that directly feeds water into a reuse reservoir during waste discharge, or decorate a toilet with an elegant sink.

Baths can also become focal points when incorporating practical water features into your home. A curved bathtub may look very elegant in a minimalist or traditional setting, whereas a freestanding tub with mud feet would appear out of place unless the home is designed to reflect Victorian-era aesthetics.

Other Smooth Integrations of Water Features

How about an aquarium above the fireplace? Instead of wasting space around and above your fireplace, you can choose a custom-built aquarium installed directly over it, creating serenity in your living room — and if something goes wrong, such as a fire getting out of control, you'll have an attractive built-in emergency system.

Some prefer small water features while others make the entire home into a massive water feature itself, for example by adding winding streams or an indoor pond to create a feeling of luxury. There's always something for every taste and budget.