After more than 30 years of operation and eight branches across Asia, Pipkin said the best advice came from the company founder who would say, "We've been here too long not to believe in it."
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DIY Fengshui: The following guide is based on interviews with two fengshui masters in Taiwan, in addition to book, magazine and internet searches.
The Nine Bagua Areas: (Align the ''career square'' with the front entrance to your home or just one room. Suggested items and colors to be used in these areas.
■ Northeast: Wisdom
Color: Blue, green or black
Object: Books (keep this area organized)
■ East: Health and Family
Color: Blue or green
Object: Plants, flowers
■ Southeast: Wealth
Color: blue, red or purple
Object: wind chimes
■ North: Career
Color: Black, blue or brown
Object: Water fountain or painting of water
■ Center: Center for energy
Color: Yellow or earth tones
Object: Nothing, best for meditating, sitting
■ South: Fame and reputation
Color: Red
Object: Candles (think fire not water)
■ Northwest: Influential people
Color: White, gray or black
Object: Something you would lend to a friend
■ West: Creativity
Color: White or pastels
Object: Artwork, homemade crafts
■ Southwest: Love and Marriage
Color: Pink or white
Object: Matching items (no photos or mirrors)



