Hello,

I've recently moved into an apartment that sits directly above a 3-car parking space. I'm quite new to the idea of feng shui, but I've read and been told that having your living space/bedroom right above a garage is extremely bad feng shui and bad for the people living there.

Is there a way to counteract the potentially bad qi generated by such arrangement? Are there any "cures" to re-distribute the qi and invite more positive qi?

Thank you.

1. Feng Shui encompasses various aspects. The topic you mentioned below falls under the category referred to as the "Commonsense Approach" to Feng Shui.

2. The reason some individuals assert that what you mentioned is "NO" good stems from the "concern" that, in the unlikely event that one or more of the three cars were to catch fire, the rising flames could pose a "death" threat to those residing or sleeping above this area.

3. This is akin to the common belief that having a bedroom situated above a kitchen is undesirable. The same reasoning applies here, as the likelihood of a fire occurring in a kitchen is greater than in other areas of the home. In such cases, fire and smoke tend to rise.

4. Therefore, in your situation, it would be prudent to ensure that no flammable items are stored in the "garage" and that the garage area is not cluttered with newspapers or other materials.

5. It would be advisable to have a smoke/fire detector installed in the garage today.

6. Consequently, this entire "picture" is simply referred to as "Commonsense" Feng Shui, which reflects the concerns of certain individuals.

7. Instead of resorting to "silly" remedies like placing six coins, it would be more beneficial to invest in smoke alarms or even sprinklers in the garage area, ensuring they are "working" and well-maintained.

8. Additionally, it is always wise to have fire extinguishers available both in the garage and upstairs in your unit. Ensure that your windows are equipped with grilles that can be opened or broken in case of an emergency.

9. Thus, this encapsulates the concerns related to Feng Shui and the commonsense approach to safety. Any other concerns are unfounded.

Anonymous wrote:
I've recently moved into an apartment that sits directly above a 3-car parking space. I'm quite new to the idea of feng shui, but I've read and been told that having your living space/bedroom right above a garage is extremely bad feng shui and bad for the people living there.