These fung shui innovations include a variety of industries, products and aesthetics. The ancient Chinese belief that the life is ruled by the astronomy and geography is getting a modern makeover with these trendy designs.
McDonald's is one of the many examples of businesses that are incorporating the five elements (fire, earth, wood, water, and metal) to get a larger customer base and win in the Eastern market. Likewise, there are many residential buildings being erected with fung shui in mind in order to appeal to Asian buyers.
With the US in economic turmoil and China's evident financial growth, Western businesses now -- more than ever-- need to cater to the needs of Eastern culture and customs. Framing your products, ideas and innovations around Westernized views is no longer a successful mind frame.
10 Fung Shui Innovations
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$2 Billion Homes
Antilla is World's Most Expensive House (FOLLOW-UP)
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Compact Feng Shui Spaces
The Space Flavor Cube Allows Freedom in a 1,100-Square Foot Loft
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Feng Shui Timepieces
The #NINE Collection by Voila is a Dramatic Fashion Statement
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Financial Abundance Phones
Lucky Dragon Cell Phone
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Desperate for Market Share
McDonald's Uses Feng Shui
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Concealed Litter Boxes
The Corner Litter Cabinet Maintains Sophistication Around the Home
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Interior Organization Apps
The Easy Feng Shui iPhone App Brings Order to Your Temple
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Customizable Faucets Display Your Treasures
Cazana Designs
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Mega Terminals
Beijing Terminal 3 is World's Largest Building
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$27 Million Replica
Beijing Da Shui Fa Fountain
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