FENG SHUI IN MODERN HOUSE DESIGN SEARCHING FOR THE RATIONALE AND POSSIBLE IMPACTS ASSESSMENT

The Feng Shui, the wind-water, is a Chinese system of geomancy using the laws of both Heaven and Earth for
harmony and balance of life with the positive qi. Feng Shui is widely used to orient temples, palaces, shops, houses, and other
structures, with the reference to local features such as bodies of water, stars, or a compass. The Feng Shui also informs the
physical arrangements for manipulation and channeling the qi (positive or negative energy). Although Feng Shui is related to
traditional believe and propitious manner, but some of its principles are rational. The current research is conducted to
investigate any positive impacts of the Feng Shui application in modern house design. A house in Jakarta designed with Feng
Shui was analyzed. The strategies were later examined based on the sustainable architectural design principles, especially its
impact on the house functionality.