If you’ve ever walked into a space that just feels lucky, prosperous, or balanced, chances are good that some Feng Shui magic is at play.
Among the many principles of Feng Shui, one of the most popular is the concept of the money corner, also called the wealth corner. But what exactly is it—and how can you find it in your home?
Good news: you don’t need to be a Feng Shui master to locate your money corner. In fact, with just a basic understanding of the Bagua map, you can easily find and activate the wealth area of your home. I’ll break it down into simple steps so you can find your money corner—and start attracting abundance into your life.
What Is the Feng Shui Money Corner?
The money corner, also known as the Wealth & Prosperity area, is one of the nine key areas on the Bagua map, a foundational tool in Feng Shui.
Each of these areas represents a different aspect of your life, such as love, career, health, and—of course—wealth.
According to Feng Shui principles, the energy (or “chi”) in your home mirrors your life. When the energy in the wealth area is flowing positively, it supports financial abundance, opportunities, and success. When it’s blocked, stagnant, or neglected, it can reflect financial stress or lack of growth.
The Simplest Way to Find Your Money Corner
The easiest and most beginner-friendly way to locate your money corner is by using the Western Bagua map method. Unlike the traditional (compass) method, the Western method is straightforward and doesn’t require a compass.
Here’s how to find your Feng Shui wealth corner in 3 simple steps:
Step 1: Draw the Floor Plan of Your Home
Start by sketching out the general layout of your home or apartment. You don’t need to be an architect—just draw the outline of your home and divide it into nine equal sections (like a tic-tac-toe grid). This 3×3 grid is your Bagua map.
Important: The Bagua is always aligned with your front door—not North. When you’re using the Western method, you place the Bagua over your floor plan so that the bottom edge aligns with the wall that includes your front door.
Step 2: Locate the Back Left Corner
Once you’ve aligned the Bagua map with your home’s layout, look for the far left back corner from your front door. That’s it—that’s your Feng Shui money corner!
Let’s say your front door opens into your living room. From the front door, the money corner will be the back left section of the entire home—this might be a bedroom, an office, or even a closet.
Step 3: Apply the Same Method to Any Room
Here’s a bonus tip: you can also use this method for a single room. If you want to activate the wealth energy in your bedroom, for example, stand at the main entrance of the room and apply the same 3×3 grid. The far left corner of the room will represent your personal money corner for that space.
What If the Money Corner Is in a “Weird” Spot?
You might discover that your money corner is a bathroom, a laundry room, or even a garage. Don’t worry—there are always ways to improve the energy of any space, no matter what room it is. Feng Shui isn’t about perfection; it’s about intention.
Even small changes like adding meaningful symbols, removing clutter, or adjusting colors can uplift the energy in these less-than-ideal wealth corners
How to Activate Your Money Corner
Now that you’ve found the wealth area of your home, it’s time to activate it with intention. Here are some simple yet effective ways to invite wealth energy into that space:
1. Clear the Clutter
The first and most important rule in Feng Shui: clutter blocks energy. If your money corner is filled with old boxes, unused items, or broken furniture, it’s time to clear it out. Clean, organized spaces allow energy to flow freely—and abundance to enter.
2. Add the Color Purple
In Feng Shui, purple is the color associated with wealth and abundance. You don’t have to repaint the walls—adding a purple pillow, candle, or small decorative item will do the trick. Other beneficial colors include green (growth) and gold (richness).
3. Bring in Plants
Healthy, vibrant plants symbolize growth, vitality, and upward energy—all great for attracting wealth. One of the best Feng Shui plants for this area is the money tree (Pachira aquatica). Other options include lucky bamboo, jade plants, or any leafy green plants.
4. Display Symbols of Abundance
Think of what symbolizes wealth to you. This could be a bowl of coins, a picture of a waterfall (symbolizing flowing wealth), or a vision board with financial goals. Place these items in your money corner to focus your intention and attract positive energy.
5. Use Mirrors Mindfully
Mirrors can expand and reflect energy, so they’re powerful tools in Feng Shui. If your money corner feels cramped or dark, a mirror can visually open it up. Just be careful not to reflect clutter or toilets—this can symbolically “flush” your wealth away.
6. Add a Water Element
Water symbolizes wealth in Feng Shui because it flows—just like money. A small indoor fountain or even an image of flowing water can enhance this corner. Make sure the water is clean and flowing inward (not outward), symbolizing income rather than loss.
7. Introduce Lighting and Movement
Chi loves movement, light, and energy. If your money corner is dull or shadowy, add a lamp, fairy lights, or even a small wind chime to create more activity. This “activates” the energy and makes it more dynamic.
A Few Things to Avoid
When working with your money corner, keep these common Feng Shui mistakes in mind:
- Avoid broken items. Anything that’s cracked, torn, or not working symbolizes financial instability.
- Don’t store trash here. Garbage or recycling bins in the wealth corner can energetically drag down your finances.
- Minimize fire energy. Too much red or excessive candles/fire in this corner may overpower wealth energy, which thrives with wood and water elements.
- Keep it alive. Dead plants, dust, and forgotten objects create stagnation. Refresh this space often.
Your Intention Matters Most
While all of these Feng Shui tips are useful, remember: your intention is the most powerful force of all. When you care for your wealth corner, you’re not just tidying up a corner of your house—you’re telling the universe (and yourself) that you’re ready to receive abundance.
You don’t need to spend a lot of money or become a Feng Shui expert overnight. Even small, consistent actions—like placing a fresh plant, lighting a candle, or visualizing your financial goals—can shift the energy around you.
Finding the Feng Shui money corner of your home is surprisingly simple: use the front door to align your Bagua map and identify the back left corner.
Treat it with respect, infuse it with positive energy, and most importantly—let it reflect your desire for growth, stability, and success. You might be amazed by how small changes in your space can lead to big changes in your life.