The directions of energy are the crux of feng shui.
Feng shui attic storage.
In feng shui attics represent the future so the question was whether there was something specific to do in the attic about that issue.
In many cases the attic is used for storage which is fine if the storage is kept current and accessible.
Basements being down represent the past and your subconscious mind accumulating clutter there will cause you to be stuck in the past wrangling with issues that should have been dealt with years ago.
When a staircase is facing the main door directly the feng shui energy rushes up quickly to either the lower or the higher floor thus leaving the main floor without feng shui energy nourishment.
The main door is called the mouth of chi in feng shui as this is how the house absorbs its much needed chi or energy nourishment.
Good feng shui number of staircase step sets are 1 2 5 10 13 14 17 and 22.
Conversely your attic symbolizes your aspirations and the possibilities for your future.
12 feng shui tips for staircase design and good feng shui placement.
Harsh pointy edges which feature highly in so many bedside tables and other pieces of furniture that may sit in your bedroom can promote bad feng shui so choose more organic lines softer edges and natural materials where possible also.
Interior stairs should not be opposite bathroom or bedroom doors.
Feng shui for bedroom.
As with any storage area boxes should be labeled with items that you want and use.
Feng shui tips for bathroom design.
So in addition to minimizing the look of the opening be sure to store things in your attic that you truly love and need to keep so that its energy is as positive as possible.