To turn your home with a peaceful Asian themebr is a perfect counterbalance to the turmoil of everyday life.br The essentials blend monochromatic colors andbr straight lines with a minimalist decorative approach.br Focusing on Western influences or the exotic layering ofbr Indian design for a striking variation on the subject.br br Heart forbr Feng Shui.br br br Literally, Feng shui translatesbr in English "wind and water"br This ancient Chinese technique, when applied to interior design, aims to createbr a relaxed and harmonious atmosphere by obtaining an ideal energy flow across space.br Möbel, decorative elements, equipment and lighting equipmentbr are strategically organized in an energy-flowing design.br An exuberant natural light from wide, open windows and a proper arrangement for the five elementsbr of the living room should be provided by a feng shui: wood, fire, earth, metal and water.