Qi Energy in Architecture Design

Qi has influenced building designs for millennia. This article examines its origins and core principles. It also looks at some modern buildings that Qi principles have influenced.

Qi Energy. As mentioned earlier, this is the energy that flows through all living things. It’s always flowing, much like water. However, also like water, it’s possible to block the flow of Qi. If this happens, the blocked Qi can have a negative effect on the environment. The aim is to ensure Qi flows without obstruction at all time.

The Natural Elements. We covered most of these in explaining the Form School. However, there are other elements, such as air and space. Each of these elements has its own set of attributes. These include color, texture, form & shape. Achieving balance between them creates a flow of positive energy.

The Hexagram. This is a concept that doesn’t relate as closely to architecture as the other two principles. Instead, it relates to the placement of the objects that represent your life’s journey within a space. A Hexagram Bagua is a chart that maps out your energy centres as they relate to a space. It’s grid-based, with each part of the grid representing an aspect of your life. These includes things like power, fame, and family, among many other aspects. You use the Bagua to achieve balance between all of these things, thus allowing you to lead a happy life.

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