Where can I find an interior designer in San Francisco who is also a
feng shui master (formally trained in feng shui) and has experience
working with colors and asian/zen/japanese design? If there is no such
person, I would be happy to find a feng shui trained interior designer
with actual work in japanese/zen design, and separately, to find a
color consultant. Looking for individuals with proven track record and
solid credentials in these areas. To receive payment of $25, please be
sure to meet these criteria - I would pay $10 for an "unqualified"
list of individuals who "may" meet these criteria.

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Clarification of Question by mitchmu-ga on 31 Jul 2002 15:22 PDT

Just to clarify - I'd like to find someone with established
credentials in interior design (not a hobby type design person), and
who has been specifically trained in zen/japanese design, and done
work in that area, and also has had formal training in feng shui and
working with colors. Also, this person need to be someone who does
residential projects.

I'd be happy to increase the payment to $50 for someone who is a
perfect match on these criteria, $25 for a close match, and $10 for
unqualified prospects.

Thanks!

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Request for Question Clarification by justaskscott-ga on 31 Jul 2002 21:39 PDT

I've found three people who appear to fall into your category of close
matches, though perhaps I am under- or over-rating them.  You can
judge for yourself:

"About Gunda Vitols"
Feng Shui 2 Go
http://www.fengshui2go.com/about_gunda%20vitols.htm

"Meet Christina Jantzen"
Christina Jantzen Feng Shui Interior Design
http://www.alivewithfengshui.com/meetchristina.htm

"Feng Shui and Chinese Philosophy with Edgar Sung, Ph.D."
MJE Learning Center 
http://www.edgar03.com/

If at least one fits your needs, I'll be happy to post the relevant
information as an answer.  If not, that's okay too.

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Request for Question Clarification by justaskscott-ga on 31 Jul 2002 21:43 PDT

I made a slight mistake on the third link: it's "Chinese Astrology",
not "Chinese Philosophy".

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Clarification of Question by mitchmu-ga on 01 Aug 2002 16:26 PDT

Hi,

All of these people look fantastic. I don't think they're perfect
matches, because, ideally I was looking for someone with professional
credentials in interior design, and who had demonstrated work in
designing japanese or zen style interiors.

Specifically, it looks like Gunda has great Feng Shui training, but
not much formal training in design. Christina looks like she's done a
lot of commercial interior work, but I don't see any formal training
in design either, and it doesn't look like her residental practice is
very developed (I don't see any specifics about work she's done for
homes) however her Feng Shui training looks good. Edgar, also, looks
like he's got great Feng Shui background, but not much in the design
area.

So, I'd say all of these matches are strong on the Feng Shui, but not
so strong on residential design of asian-inspired interiors. I don't
think these are the "perfect" matches I envisioned, but, they're not
unqualified either, somewhere in between.

If you can look some more for people just like these, but who also
have an established practice creating asian type interiors for homes,
that would be really wonderful. I think all of these people look like
they could give me a great feng shui consultation, but I might still
need help with the asian interior design work.

Please let me know what you think. 

Thanks! 

Mitch

Greetings!  Here are three possibilities which I believe fit your
question criteria.  In researching, I located a directory which listed
11 people in the San Francisco Bay Area, but the three below seemed to
be well-matched to your needs.  If you need further clarification,
please ask.

Crystal Siara
Feng Shui Consultant
SunChiMoon
San Francisco, CA 94121
tel: (415) 516-8642
email: crystal@sunchimoon.com
 
Crystal Siara is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant practicing in the
greater San Francisco Bay Area. She has traveled extensively
completing advanced feng shui studies in Beijing, China and Bali,
Indonesia. Crystal's approach to design and feng shui is universal;
focusing on wellness she takes time to assess the balancing needs of
both your living space and personal well being. Successful results are
often achieved as she actively listens to her client's Feng Shui
adjustment goals and partners with them to create a harmonious and
balanced living environment for mind, body & spirit. Call Crystal
today to begin affecting positive change in your life!


Michelle Sayres
Realtor and Feng Shui Consultant
511 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.
Greenbrae, CA 94904
San Francisco Bay Area Area
tel: (415) 925-3226, fax: (415) 459-6281
email: msayres@aol.com
 
Michelle Sayres has studied Feng Shui since 1994 with teachers from
around the world, including Professor Lin Yun, Katherine Metz, William
Spear, Roger Green, Steven Post, and many others. Her approach to Feng
Shui includes analysis of space AND time, with the incorporation of
classical compass, BTB Feng Shui and form school teachings. Her 18
years of experience with art, design, architecture and real estate
will draw upon your sense of style and design to create the most
harmonious environment for you. Recent client comment: 'My life over
the last year has taken on new dimensions on all levels both
spiritually and emotionally. Thank you for your guidance.' -Lisa 6/01

Anne Porteus
EMERGE... Feng Shui Services
Petaluma, CA 94952
tel: (707) 781 9465, fax: (707) 781 9462
email: aporteus@attbi.com
 
Anne Porteus has studied with Master Lin Yun, graduated from the 3
year program, BTB School, also the Western school of Feng Shui, and
worked and studied with other feng shui practitioners. She is
intuitive in her approach and as a certified interior designer,
marries this skill with that of classic feng shui. Her Six Steps to
Feeling Good, is a form of inner feng shui. When we adjust our
thinking, our outer circumstances change. By making an adjustment in
our environment, we affect our chi', so too can a person change with
thought adjustments.


SEARCH TERM AND LINKS

"interior design feng shui master san francisco"
://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=interior+design+feng+shui+master+san+francisco

Feng Shui article
http://www.fengshuidirectory.com/sungbyclover1.htm

Feng Shui Directory search by location
http://fsdirectory.com/

Feng Shui Directory consultants list San Francisco Bay Area
http://fsdirectory.com/

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Clarification of Answer by journalist-ga on 18 Aug 2002 18:30 PDT

Greetings again.  I am a bit confused as to your referring in your
rating comment to a Mr. Spear.  I had answered your query with three
other names and Mr. Spear seems to have been in a comment below added
by askjosh-ga.  Did you believe you were rating his comment instead of
my answer?  Also, I am curious if any of the three people I provided
in my answer proved able to meet your needs.  If possible, please let
me know by posting a clarification here or by contacting the Google
Answers editors.

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Clarification of Answer by journalist-ga on 20 Aug 2002 19:28 PDT

Mitch:

Thanks for your comment.  I will alert the Google editors to it and
see if they are able to contact you regarding it.  If you do have
problems with UI, please let them know that as well.  They are open to
customer feedback as they want the site to run as smoothly as
possible.  I hope one of my three choices works for you, and thanks
for the clarification.

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Request for Answer Clarification by mitchmu-ga on 21 Aug 2002 15:04 PDT

Hi,

Yes please do forward my feedback. I have submitted feedback on
serveral issues and problems but have never received a response so I'm
not so sure anyone at Google is paying attention or cares about my
feedback. Anyway if it's possible for me to give you a better rating I
would be happy to revise it. I never intended to give you 1 star
because I didn't realize yours was my answer. I have not yet checked
out yours, but, I am happy to check them out, and give you a fair and
appropriate rating. I definitely don't think your response was 1 star
since these are at lest local people who are available to me.

Mitch

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Clarification of Answer by journalist-ga on 21 Aug 2002 21:23 PDT

Dear Mitch:

I did forward your feedback to the editors and they will probably
contact you, though I'm not certain of their procedures.

I appreciate you reconsidering the rating but if it somehow can't be
altered in the system, I'm not concerned about it.  My focus is to
find you your consultant!  : )  I hope one of the three work for you.

Sorry, but I have to give this a 1-star rating. I called Mr Spear and
was advised that he charges $350/hour. He's in CT. To have him come to
my house in SF, I'd have to pay for his journey. He may be a great
practitioner, but there are many great practitioners around the world.
If I wanted to spend an infinite amount of money, I would just pay
someone to come over from Hong Kong or China. It would probably be
cheaper. I thought my question was quite specific about the person
being in the SF Bay Area as a criteria.

Hi,

Carole Meltzer - she is an interior designer and also a feng shui
master, may be you could check the link below

http://www.speaking.com/speakers/carolemeltzer.html

http://www.fengshuiguild.com/ - they have a practioners list here

hope this would give you some lead

Pooh

Your answer as follows:
According to the London Times Architectular Editor, Hugh Pearman,
William Spear is "THE Feng Shui man in the West"; According to the
curator of the Smithsonian Institute, William Spear is "The Leading
Auhority in the West".
   William Spear's Book, Feng Shui Made Easy was noted by the New York
Times as "The Most User Friendly Book on the Subject".
   Mr. Spear has been a leading teacher of Oriental Studies for more
than 30 Years, and has a Global Practice of Interior Design Consulting
and Feng Shui application with clients in The United Kingdom, Europe,
Africa, The Middle East, Australia, and North America.  He has
consulted on projects ranging from the Restoration of a Frank Lloyd
Wright residence to the largest single private residences in London
and New York City.  Mr. Spear trained and certified 32 Practitioners
in a professional training program over a period of 7 years.  Included
in the program where architects, interior designers, and feng shui
practitioners with varying backrounds who maintain private practices
allover the world.  I suggest you contact William Spear directly at
his office in Litchfield, Connecticut.  He travels regulary to the
West coast to conduct seminars and private consultations.
He may be reached at his Office at 860.567.8801
I believe this is exactly what you are looking for; others previiously
mentioned, with the possible exception of Edgar Sung, have only
rudimentary feng shui credentials and experience, and none have the
interior design expertise you require.

Josh

Thanks, Josh, this sounds like what I'm looking for. I wasn't able to
find much about Mr. Spear on the web, but I'll give him a call and let
you know how it goes.

I hope it works out for you.  Spear has many students, some of which
might be nearby, but if you want to deal directly with the "source", I
encourage you to call, he tends to work somewhat below the radar, (why
you cant find him online) but I am sure will be able to provide you
with impressive references if neccesary.  His experience includes the
use of sustainable materials and ecological design principles under
the term "vital design".
Good Luck,
Let me know how it goes!

Hi,

Yes, I thought the "answer" was the one about Mr. Spear, and, I
thought that is what I was rating. Perhaps I made a mistake in
interpreting the UI here. I guess that wasn't the "answer" but it as a
comment? If so, I'm sorry. I find the UI on this product to be
*impossible* to understand. I can't figure out what's going on. I
don't even know what I am responding to know, but, I'm just typing
here because this was a "comment" button and seemed to be the only
place I would have an opportunity to respond to you.

Mitch