Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan — Home Feng Shui: Case 74 Office Desk Backing a Window (No Solid Wall Behind Desk)

Hong Kong Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's home feng shui guidance emphasizes that office feng shui follows the core principle of 'sitting solid, facing open.' This means the seat must have a solid wall behind it for support, symbolizing a stable foundation, assistance from benefactors, and a strong career base. If an office desk is positioned with its back to a window, the space behind becomes an 'empty' opening, causing qi to scatter without support. This creates a 'no backing' situation, a typical taboo in workplace feng shui. From a workplace psychology perspective, a window behind one's back can subconsciously make a person anxious about movement behind them, preventing full concentration on work. This lack of security can lead to work being easily disturbed by external movements, and decisions may lack conviction. (Analysis from Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's home feng shui column.)

Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan notes the main impacts include: Career Development — An unstable career foundation, difficulty gaining trust from superiors and support from benefactors, limited promotion opportunities, frequent career bottlenecks, and high job mobility. Petty People and Disputes — Lack of backing easily attracts backstabbers and gossip. One may be slandered, have credit stolen, or be framed. Trust among colleagues is low, and collaborations are prone to issues. Mental State — A prolonged lack of security can lead to mental tension, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating, reducing work efficiency. In severe cases, it can cause insomnia and headaches. Financial Fortune — An unstable career directly impacts regular income. Performance fluctuates significantly, bonuses and commissions are hard to guarantee, and investments may also suffer losses.

Move the office desk to a position where its back is against a solid wall, with the sitting direction facing an open space. This achieves 'sitting solid, facing open' and is the most fundamental and effective remedy, as advised by Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

If repositioning is not possible, install heavy, opaque blackout curtains on the window behind. Keep them closed during work hours to block external views and airflow, reducing the feeling of emptiness behind. Prioritize stable colors like dark grey or dark blue. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

Place tall, lush, broad-leaved green plants (such as money trees or jade plants) on the windowsill or behind the desk. The vibrant energy of the plants can form a barrier, supplementing the 'mountain' qi. If space permits, place a sturdy, low cabinet or bookshelf taller than the chair back behind the desk to create a physical 'mountain' for support. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

Every home's layout, orientation and residents' Bazi differ, so generic remedies can only be a reference. Call or WhatsApp +852 5530 3000 (Assistant Ms. Chiu will answer your call) or add WeChat chanfachai to book an on-site audit with Master Chan. Address: Room 2103, 21/F, Prosper Commercial Building, 9 Yin Chong Street, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong.