Chinese Home Decorations For Good Luck

A home is surrounded with warmth and comfort of loved ones. But then, there are a million people who want to add a little more of happiness between the four walls. If you believe that luck emits from a specific charm or a decoration, then Chinese lucky decorations will enhance your beautiful home.

There are many such signs and symbols from around the world which are considered lucky, but there are a few ones out which are authentic.

Each culture has their own beliefs about symbols that are lucky. For example we have the horseshoes, four leaf clovers, dragonflies, laughing Buddha statues and a trio of keys which are commonly considered lucky. You can incorporate any of these things into your home design to boost the feeling of luck in the house.

When it comes to bringing peace and serenity in ones home, people always turn to Chinese lucky decorations. It is believed that Chinese symbol meanings have a great impact. This impact from the symbols is used to activate an element.

Here are some of the Chinese lucky decorations which can be used to adorn your home. The list of these Chinese lucky items for decorations have a meaning to it. It is important that you follow the rules before you install these Chinese lucky decoration ideas in your home.

Bamboo

Bamboo

This lucky bamboo plant has become a rage in India. It is said to bring solidarity and oneness in the family. The shoots are tied together with a red ribbon symbolising the sense of 'unity'.

Chinese Lantern

Chinese Lantern

The Beautiful bright red Chinese lantern is said to bring marital luck and longevity. It is an apt Chinese lucky decoration item for newly weds.

Chinese Gold coins

Chinese Gold coins

The gold coins resemble wealth. These Chinese coins are placed in a bowl or you may purchase the coins which are tied together with a mystic knot to bring good luck.

Chinese God of wealth

Chinese God of wealth

The Chinese God of wealth is also considered to bring success to your home financially. It is said that someone should gift this ornament to you to bring luck.

Red Door

Red Door

Chinese paint their doors red at the start of the year to bring in good luck in their house. The colour red, brings joy and happiness in the family.

Elephant/ Tiger decoration

Elephant/ Tiger decoration

Elephants are said to be elements of good luck. They are placed near the front door of the home to ward off the bad luck. If placed in the bedroom, the tiger which is a symbol of strength that cure illnesses.

Laughing Buddha

Laughing Buddha

The laughing Buddha brings calmness and serenity to your home. If the laughing Buddha is placed in the West direction of your home, it bring happiness and spiritual wealth.

Star Symbol

Star Symbol

They say, 'Wish upon a lucky star to get what you want'. According to the Chinese, stars should be placed in your home, so that whatever you wish becomes true.

Money Frog

Money Frog

The toad stands for attracting wealth into your home. The statue comes with a Chinese gold coin in the frog's mouth. Make sure that the coin is facing upwards.

Money Plant

Money Plant

What is surprising about this plant is that, the leaves are in the shape of a coin. Placing the money plant in the east sector of your home will bring in a lot of good luck.

Gold fish

Gold fish

The gold fish acts like a magnet to bring in wealth. It is best to have a combination of eight red or gold fish and one black molly in the fish bowl.

Crystals

Crystals

If you have children at home, place a Chinese crystal in the northeast direction of your home. This will ensure success in examinations.

Feng Shui

Feng Shui

This is one of the well known Chinese lucky decoration items which is found in almost every home. It brings good health and prosperous in life.

Story first published: Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 18:03 [IST]
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