Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan — Home Feng Shui: Case 16 Gate and Wall Feng Shui

For residences, villas, or self-built homes with courtyards, the perimeter wall and its main gate form the first solid line of defense against external sha qi and for safeguarding internal wealth. If this defense line is properly planned, it can not only 'collect qi' (藏风聚气) but also boost family fortune. If it violates the principles of balance, it could bring unexpected misfortunes to the occupants.

• Uneven Gate and Wall Height (Inauspicious)

  The main gate of a wall should never be uneven in height. Otherwise, the occupants risk a shortened lifespan and it can easily lead to separation or death for the couple. In feng shui, the left side represents the Green Dragon, and the right side represents the White Tiger. If the walls or gate leaves on both sides of the main gate are significantly uneven in height, it signifies an imbalance of yin and yang, a conflict between Dragon and Tiger. This severe distortion of qi can directly harm the lifespan and marital stability of the male and female occupants.

• Foundation Higher Than Wall (Auspicious)

  The correct architectural layout should be: the house foundation must be higher than the perimeter wall. This means the main house must have a commanding presence over its surrounding defenses, with clear primary and secondary elements, to ensure the home remains stable and secure.

• Main Road to the West (Auspicious)

  In external traffic feng shui, a main road to the west of the house signifies abundant wealth and great auspiciousness. The due west direction corresponds to the 'Dui Gua' in the bagua, which belongs to the Metal element. Furthermore, in feng shui landform (形峦), a main road to the west is often referred to as a 'White Tiger Road' or 'Running Horse Road'. As long as the road does not directly rush towards the residence, the dynamic flow of vehicles and people to the west can greatly activate the wealth-attracting qi of the Dui Metal.

• Health and Marital Crises

  In residences with uneven wall heights, couples often experience extreme marital discord, and family members are prone to sudden serious illnesses.

• Abundant Wealth and Stable Status

  For homes with a high foundation and a main road to the west, the occupants often thrive in business or their careers. Not only do they earn money easily, but their social status is also stable, garnering support from others.

• Horizontal Realignment, Uniform Height

  Regarding the issue of uneven gate and wall heights, Hong Kong Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan strongly advises immediate structural renovation. The walls and gate posts on both sides must be rebuilt to the exact same horizontal height, fundamentally eliminating the imbalanced sha qi.

• Harnessing Wealth from the Western Road

  If there is a main road to the west of the house, Andrew Chan Feng Shui recommends placing an consecrated stone lion or a feng shui water wheel in the direction facing the road. This helps to draw the continuous flow of Metal qi into the home from the dynamic energy of the road.