Macro Feng Shui guides a larger scale, often influencing the fortunes of entire communities, regions, or even nations. It considers the buildings' location, toward, and relationship to surrounding mountains, rivers, and lakes. In China, significant structures like ancient royal palaces, government buildings, large company headquarters, as well as the planning and zoning of cities, often follow the principles of macro Feng Shui.

Micro Feng Shui focuses on adjustments within the interior design of buildings, such as room layouts, interior design, and the placement of certain items. It aims to enhance the fortunes of individuals and families, bringing good luck to homes and businesses. Common guidelines include avoiding direct alignment between the bathroom entrance and the front door, not using hollow designs for ceilings, and ensuring the kitchen doesn't face the bedroom door. These examples show how room layout and interior design can influence micro Feng Shui, however, they can be challenging to implement unless planned from the start of construction.