The Language of Walls

The Language of Walls

I was in Old Street, London. This bold blue H caught my eye on the way to buy a coffee from Grind. This is one of Helch’s street art pieces, perfectly positioned above the trim of the Shell filling station canopy below it.

But what really stopped me wasn’t the artwork. It was the wall behind it. That vast, weathered expanse of exposed brick, quietly holding the story of London’s past.

In Feng Shui, this is pure Earth element. Stable, grounded, dependable, long lived. Earth absorbs energy and gives us a sense of belonging. It’s what helps us feel centred in a world that’s constantly in motion.

Then Helch comes along and adds a flash of creativity. Fire element. Suddenly the static becomes alive. Transformation happens when inspiration meets something strong enough to hold it. I find this a brilliant piece of art because its impact relies entirely on its context and positioning.

Feng shui isn’t always about interiors. In fact, 60% of our Feng Shui comes from the outside environment. The shapes, forms, and energy that surround us every day. Even a single wall with an iconic letter H like this can influence how a space feels and functions. I could write so much about this single letter in the context of Feng Shui.

As I stood there I thought, this city speaks in elements. Concrete earth, metal structures, fiery art, flowing movement, all part of the language of London’s living Feng Shui.