Feng Shui Knowledge Base

Classical Feng Shui is based on the flow of Qi, which is influenced by the Earth's magnetic field. Therefore, our calculators are designed to work with Magnetic North. You do not need to adjust your compass reading for magnetic declination (True North).

Absolutely. The principles of Flying Stars and Eight Mansions apply to any enclosed living space. When analyzing an apartment, treat your unit's main entry point for Qi (often the balcony or main window face) as the Facing Direction, and overlay the grid over your specific unit's floor plan, not the entire building.

It helps you determine your personal "Gua Number" and identifies which directions are favorable for you personally. Once you know your supportive directions, move on to the Flying Stars calculator to analyze the energy map of your home.