Happy Chinese New Year! Find Inspiration for Your Home in the Year of the Wood Sheep

Chinese New Year, the Year of the Wood Sheep, began on Thursday, February 19, 2015. The sheep is seen as feminine, or “yin,” and corresponds with the Western zodiac sign of Cancer, which is the sign of home, family and roots. The sheep is also seen as an aesthete – artistic, creative and tasteful. Here are some ways to find inspiration for your whole home remodel in the traditions of Lunar New Year:

Clean out the Old: Traditionally, the home is given a thorough cleaning at the start of a Lunar New Year. Take a close look at objects you’ve been hanging on to that you no longer respond to or need, such as a painting you don’t like or furniture you never use. After removing this old energy from your home, walk around opening windows and letting in fresh air!

Check your Home’s Systems: Fix any issues with your plumbing or electrical systems and make sure all your light switches and bulbs are working. Electricity is related to good “qi” or energy flow, according to feng shui experts. Repair anything broken, especially appliances or gadgets.

Add Green to Your Space: Each Chinese New Year corresponds with an element (wood, fire, metal, water or earth). 2015 is “wood” which is also seen as plants. Reconnect with nature by filling the empty spaces you created while de-cluttering your space with beautiful greenery.

Let Your Inner Artist Shine: The Wood Sheep is creative and artistic and loves beauty. Try your hand at a personal art project this year and you may be surprised by the results! Share your art in your home with the family and friends this harmonious year attracts. Our design team can help inspire you with art projects or find ways to creatively display your favorite art pieces.

Gong Hey Fat Choy! We wish you a wonderful Wood Sheep year with inspired energy for your whole home remodel.