Being Feng Shui compliant :) and making it look pretty and indiscrete seems to be the biggest challenges people run into. A lot of the time when you go into homes of Feng Shui Masters you'll find more clutter and confusion than you could imagine. Feng Shui advocates have said time and time again that interior decorating is not Feng Shui. Which is completely true. However, do note that as we do evolve and have a surplus of money and company do we begin to look for more aesthetic things like art and beauty.

Interior decorating though has no mystical allure like Feng Shui does, it does have an affect on one's psychology. For instance when one is around rich and luxurious surroundings one begins to act rich. And it is our projection of our future selves do we begin to become it. Because of this, Feng Shui and interior decorating goes hand and hand.

This article is a beginners guide to how to decorate using the basic principle of lines, repetition, patterns and texture to create a beautiful and harmonious living space.

Lines
These are created by groves in the wall, shelves, staircases, picture frames or any sleek outline from and object or a line of similar objects. Lines are a subtle yet effective tool for drawing your attention to a certain aspect in the room. Pay attention to how lines can create a smooth flow, or can create a lot of activity. If you've ever felt a room was too "busy" it was probably because of the over use of lines.

Repetition
This is when there are a series of similar design elements such as a self lined with the same vase of bamboo plants all the way through. You'll notice this kind of design at contemporary bars and restaurants. By putting repetition in your décor, you then give the object purpose. Using repetition is great when you have lots of the same object and don't know what to do with it, like picture frames and figurines. Many Feng Shui buyers have lots of money frogs. If your one of them, consider putting those figurines on a shelve interchanging it with bamboo, or other objects you can buy multiples of.

Patterns
These are multiple similar images that are printed on fabric or walls that creates kind of a grouping feel. To be affective, patterns should be used sparingly as too much of anything can numb your senses to it. You can use part of the pattern on one object and use it in another object to tie the room together. I would recommend stick to no more than 3-4 unique patterns in a room, and avoid all over high color contrast patterns to prevent that psychedelic feeling.

Textures
Once you start having fun with organizing line, repetition and patterns, you can also consider playing with textures. Texture is what gives your room that 3D feel, such as pebbles in a clear vase on top of a wooden surface, or fur next to silk. Great designs in bedding usually use 2-3 different textures with variations of patterns.

Balance
Finally everything in the world requires balance. So anytime you feel like you have too much of any thing or color, try using it's opposite to calm it down. Such as red walls should add bits of green décor, or an overdose of floral design should be complimented with solid white space.

Happy Designing!

This book is recommended to see samples of these design elements.