Feng shui is a Chinese philosophical system that examines the surrounding environment, including landforms and architecture, based on the concepts of yin and yang and the five elements. It seeks to harmonize human existence with the environment by analyzing the flow of qi (energy) and finding locations with ideal energy based on factors like shape, wind, and water patterns. Feng shui divides the area around a structure into eight sections called bagua, each associated with a different element, color, and life area to be influenced based on placement within the structure. Many professionals now study feng shui principles to provide consultations on optimizing buildings and spaces.