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Office Chair Item Placement
Admin October 12, 2026
The placement of items around an office chair should combine Feng Shui principles with practical needs. Here are the key points:

1. Collaborative Layout of Office Chair and Desk
- Backed by a Wall for Stability: The back of the office chair should ideally be against a solid wall or stable furniture (such as a bookshelf), creating a "mountain of support" pattern that symbolizes social support and stable status. If it's not possible to be against a wall, use a high-backed chair or a cushion shaped like a mountain of support to fill the gap. Avoid having an empty space behind the chair or being next to a corridor or window to prevent a feeling of "having no support" that can lead to scattered energy.
- Left High, Right Low for Balanced Energy: The left side of the desk in front of the office chair is the "Green Dragon position" and should have documents, important office supplies, or Feng Shui mascots (such as Pixiu or Wenchang Tower) placed there, with a height higher than the right side. The right side is the "White Tiger position" and should be kept simple, with items like a water kettle, cup, or small hydroponic plants (such as pothos). Avoid dynamic items (such as fans or decorative pieces). It is recommended to place the computer monitor on the left Green Dragon position, keeping the screen level with the line of sight to avoid glare or obstruction of the view.
2. Environmental Optimization Around the Office Chair
- No Sha Above for an Open View: Avoid having beams, overly ornate lamps, or damaged ceilings above the seat, as these structures can create a "beam pressing down" sha that causes a feeling of oppression and poor decision-making. If unavoidable, place crystal columns (such as white crystal) on both sides of the beam to dissolve the negative energy, or place a small lamp that stays on day and night at the workstation to symbolize "light protection."
- Open Space in Front for Career Success: There should be open space in front of the office chair to form a "bright hall" that represents career prospects. Avoid facing a wall, window, or door directly, as this can easily create a "sha of confrontation" that leads to scattered attention. If space is limited, place motivational slogans in front of the seat or use a computer wallpaper with an open view to enhance the psychological sense of openness.
3. Item Selection on the Office Chair
- Choose Auspicious Plants, Avoid Thorny Ones: If placing plants next to the office chair, prioritize broad-leaved plants (such as money trees or fortune trees) that symbolize vitality and wealth. Avoid thorny plants (such as cacti) or overly dense climbing vines (such as overgrown pothos), as the former can attract petty people and the latter can lead to interpersonal entanglement.
- Avoid Items that Attract Petty People: Avoid placing dolls, action figures, or photos of children on the desk around the office chair, as these items can easily attract the attention of petty people and affect work progress. If personalized decorations are needed, choose simple, plain-colored decorative pieces (such as ceramic or wooden crafts) with light colors to avoid being too flashy or having a strange shape that may displease superiors.
4. Detail Management of the Office Chair
- Keep the Desk Clean and Organized: The cleanliness of the workstation around the office chair directly affects the harmony of the energy field and work efficiency. Documents and materials should be sorted and stored, with important documents placed in drawers or at the center of the desk. Clear away clutter in a timely manner and avoid piling it up on the right White Tiger position.
- Keep Electronics Away to Reduce Interference: Avoid having multiple electronic devices (such as printers and routers) clustered around the office chair, as electromagnetic waves may affect mental clarity and health.



