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Thinking of a Roof Top Gardens

Posted on August 7, 2015 | Leave a comment

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5 Element Theory is a philosophy based upon connection with nature and a perspective that nature includes both natural elements and their cultural meanings. With this in mind a roof top garden is situated on the top of an image of ones head. In the design of a building the windows are the eyes and the door is the door and the foundation are the feet. Therefore the top or roof of the building is the loftier function of achievement and intelligence.

Garden plants and colors are in the element of wood which supports the element of fire. Fire is a favorable roof element. However, earth drains fire! Too much earth will drain the energy out of the fire element and water will extinguish it.

A roof top garden should be one that does not need much watering or hold standing water. Ideally it would be one that is inviting to come out onto the roof to sit and enjoy alone or gather in groups. Keep in mind that any sitting areas would be enhanced by adding a roof, ie. umbrella over tables.

One exception could be the roof top garden on top of Fenway Stadium that is supplying the food vendors at the stadium with fresh greens. The stadium now sells only healthy foods made from this garden replacing the greasy fat foods previously sold This is a fundamental educative experience!

For more:

- Favorable and Not so Favorable Roof Styles
- 5 ELEMENT NOTES ON ROOFING MATERIALS

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5 ELEMENT NOTES ON ROOFING MATERIALS

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Color and material are important when it comes to choosing roofing materials.

Fire Element:

This element is considered auspicious for a roof, however the connect to earth and nature is a primary focus. Natural Eco-friendly materials are available in Wood and Earth Elements may be considered over artificial paints and stains in the fire category. This includes; orange, purple, red, pink, gold and the bright yellow spectrum.

Wood Element:

Wood Elements support fire which symbolizes stimulating wealth so wood elements are the first choice. This could be cedar roof shingles that are natural and eco-friendly or simply painted green or brown which represents the color of wood! This may also include Living Gardens with a specific purpose – read more.

Earth Element:

Roofing materials such as natural tiles and slate show the earth element which would be second choice after the wood element. These can be the earth tones of reds, yellows, sands and browns. The earth element is the balance of yin & yang.

Metal Element: An unfavorable choice are materials in the metal element such as metal roofing materials. It is only recommended only for garages and garden sheds. The color of metal is white and grey. Metal creates water and this is the element that is not highly recommended in roofing materials.

Water Element: Black and blue reflects the color of water. This is not a favored color for a roof as it represents draining away like a waterfall into the earth. This can show loss of physical, emotional and mental strength. Those with lower constitutions do not achieve success and create the lives they dream of.

For more:

- Favorable and Not so Favorable Roof Styles
- Roof Top Gardens

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Favorable and Not so Favorable Roof Styles

Posted on August 7, 2015 | Leave a comment

Considering architecture is important for creating harmony as it is a silent stimulus to ones well-being. The levels in the design of a building reflect elements in all living things; grounded at the base and rising upwards to the heaven. A building foundation and basement are the roots, the mid-section is the function and the higher you go the loftier the function! This includes the style and material of roof that tops the home or building! The philosophy is the roof can bring good fortune as well as be visually pleasing and functional. It protects the building and those inside from the elements.

A favorable roof is an attractive one. Therefore color, materials, and style matter. When deciding on a roof design remember that symmetrical roofs and exteriors can increase abundance and is considered lucky with all things money. A rectangular and sloping roof design signifies determination, perseverance, greater communication and wisdom.

Two types of corner edges to consider when choosing a roof style are:

Rounded Corner Edges

The favored roof is one that has rounded edges versus sharp corners. Rounded edges show no beginning and no end – infinity. The edges also soften and show a softer flow.

Sharp Corner Edges

Sharp corners show the need for protection inside the home or business from exterior danger.

5 element notes on roof styles:

Pyramid, Tepee, & roofs facing the 4 Cardinal Directions

Church-of-Truth-003-300x225 This style of roof is a great conductor of sound and rises up to the heavens. It is a design often seen in spiritual centers, churches and spaces for contemplative arts.

Symmetrical, Gable & Hip Roofs – Fire element

Symmetrical Triangles reflect the symbol of fire and in balance it contributes to igniting wealth. If the roof is in symmetry with the remaining exterior and landscape it is a greater influence to the effects of abundance.

Oval Roofs – Metal Element

Metal is not considered a good element for homes and this style of roof is favored for industrial and sports complexes, and not so much in homes.

Flat – Earth on Vertical Buildings and Wood on Horizontal Buildings

Flat roofs are an unfavorable design for buildings under 4 levels as they are considered to be unbalanced and unlucky. An example is in areas of great snowfall – these roofs are difficult to clear and can collapse under the weight of the snow! In storms water can collect without good drainage representing stagnant water.

Sunken or Caved In Roofs

These are unfavorable shape as they have negative effects on relationships between families, especially between parents and their children. They are disharmonious and show discord.

Roof Top Gardens – Earth and Wood Elements

It is interesting that in traditional feng shui 5 element theory it is good luck to paint your roof top green to reflect a wood element which supports the fire element . Fire stimulates finances! However if one is planting a roof top garden consideration must be given to water features and spaciousness of the plantings. After all, water puts fire out, rushing water is draining and stagnant water is lethargy! Philosophically, it also represents moving earth to heaven. Heaven is loftier action while earth is grounding and settling. Read more on Roof Top garden

For more:

5 Element notes on Roofing Materials

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LANDSCAPE CONVERSATIONS – Moving earth to heaven!

Posted on August 5, 2015 | Leave a comment

Renee Lindstrom & Guest Writer ~ Dyan Grant Francis

Observations Written by Renee Lindstrom,
Personal Perspectives by Renee Lindstrom & Dyan Grant Francis individually

Observations of Property

This entrance of this new office building faces a four lane road way transitioning into a five lane one at a busy intersection and a driveway to a busy strip mall on the other side of it. The cross walk to and from the strip mall sidewalk is down the block at the intersection. There is another strip mall behind and out of view that is disconnected to this new office building. It has been built on the property on a separate corner separated by parking and facing the other way so that it’s back faces the shopping areas. The building entrance is slightly recessed and has a large black overhang with vertical bars and windows and the doorway itself is framed with the main floor bank motifs. The building is an earth shape, has a flat roof and a mid section vertical extension side with vertical wood strips. The flat roof has a roof garden. Off to the side one can see a vertical bar overhang.

Numerological Office Building Number

6 reflects – home, love, children, beauty, the arts, generosity, nurturing & caring

Read more on the meaning of house numbers….

Cardinal Direction of Front Door – South/West

An entrance way facing this direction is an earth element. This direction is considered to be the Love & Relationship doorway and it represents Partnerships.

Read more on South – West Entrance Ways

Read more on the the 5 elements

Personal Perspectives by Renee Lindstrom

The building’s shape reflects the element of earth as does the south-west facing front entrance. The direction is consider the relationship doorway reflecting partnerships. Numerology suggests this address will focus on community, creativity, and projects. With both together this building and address could be a great place for partnerships and innovation. The bank is an excellent business for this site, as a bank is usually about partnering to help people with creating their dreams!

A few concerns that pop out immediately are; the placement of the address numbers, the black extension over the front entrance, the roof top garden and the front entrance facing driveway of the strip mall across the street.

The address numbers are not drawing one’s attention to the front entrance but rather away to the far corner. The building is not on a walking thoroughfare, it is a destination most would drive too and not easy to arrive at. The number would be seen after driving by in one direction and possibly missed from other directions.
The black overhand adds a threatening visual over the front entrance and darkens it. The threat continues with the vertical bars that extend out even further. These bars visually look as though they are over the window adding a sense of danger and the need for security.
The higher up you go in a building the more it reflects higher aspiration. For example, the ground level is earth and the top floor is heaven. If the top floor is being converted into earth for a garden it would be advantageous to keep it simple with a lighter influence reducing the need for water. Rushing water is considered to wash away higher aspiration and stagnant water dulls the flow of vitality. A tradition in feng shui is that flat roofs do not do well under four floors. More on roof styles.

The front entrance faces a roadway with cars rushing by quickly or stopping for red lights. It also faces an exit where cars would drive up facing it while stopping to turn either let or right. The cars aimed at the front door would be considered unlucky secret arrows aimed at the door and the thorough fare rushing waterways, also unlucky. This may be the reason for the front entrance overhang. It may be trying to protect the entrance!

Personal Perspectives by Dyan Grant Francis – coming soon.

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renee@insideawareness.com.