The kitchen still holds great importance in today’s Feng Shui practices, especially considering its impact on the health and overall well-being of your family. While the ubiquity of eating out, food delivery, and takeout may make the kitchen seem less vital, it remains the place where daily meals are prepared for consumption.
When it comes to Feng Shui set-up for the kitchen, the primary focus lies on the stove. Here is some of the common logic behind the rules for the stove.
Partially true. This guideline originates from the past when cooking was done over wood fire. Relighting a fire that had accidentally been extinguished by water was a challenging task. While this concern is less relevant today with gas and induction stoves, it still makes sense to not place the stove too close to the sink to minimise this risk of water splashing into the cooking area. So, it is advisable to maintain a significant distance between the stove and the sink.
If you find your stove too close to your sink, a simple remedy is to place a plant between the two to reduce the Fire-Water clash. However, do try, as much as possible, to avoid placing the sink directly opposite the stove.
Incorrect. Island-style kitchens, popular in modern apartment layouts, serve as both kitchen counters and gathering spaces for families. However, Feng Shui practitioners discourage placing the stove on the island. Instead, it is recommended to position the stove against a solid wall. This backing symbolises stability and contributes to the overall well-being of the family. If there is a window behind the stove, ensure it is closed during cooking. The stove should be embedded, protected and embraced.
Untrue. This stems from a misinterpretation of the first principle. Some people associate it with the clash between fire and water. However, it is important to note that the outside of a refrigerator is warm, while the inside is cold.
Therefore, it does not have a significant impact on the stove. The duration for which the refrigerator door is open also minimises any potential effects.
While partially true, this rule dates back to the time when ancient Chinese homes had external toilets without modern plumbing. In today’s context, it is sufficient to maintain cleanliness and proper ventilation in the toilet area. Additionally, keep the toilet door closed when preparing food.
True. Wall edges represent Cutting Sha, which should not protrude towards the stove, as it can interfere with its role in ensuring the overall health of your family. If possible, try to shift the stove away from the wall’s edge. If that is not feasible, consider rounding off the edge or using plants to soften its impact.
In this case, the concern is not the stove itself but the person standing in front of it. It is important to avoid having an exposed beam directly above the cook’s head and hands while using the stove.
In the next issue of H&G, let’s talk about Feng Shui logic surrounding staircases.
Paulynne Cheng is a Communications professional turned Bazi and Feng Shui practitioner. She can be reached at thehiddensun.consult@gmail.com. The views expressed is entirely the writer’s own.
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