Have you ever visited one of those houses featured in architectural and interior design magazines? They are always so elegant and stylish. The minimalist and Zen trend in design is currently gaining popularity. A Zen design usually involves minimal furniture with clean lines. Zen also incorporates the use of simple earth elements as accents for your home. It is not uncommon to see a unique tabletop fountain in Zen-inspired homes.

Since Zen traces its origins from Buddhism, it is also not a coincidence that Zen inspired homes have Asian accents and furnishings. Although some Asian furnishings are colorful in nature, there are a lot of Asian furniture that are made from simple wood. Stone furnishings are also a common element. One of the popular Feng Shui beliefs is that free flowing water often brings good luck. In most modern Chinese homes, a unique table top fountain with free flowing water is prominently displayed in the receiving area.