Vastushastram is a foundational aspect that we need to be concentrating upon & consider fanatically for our well-being. It commences right from understanding the directional forces around us & learning which is exhibiting more positive energy. Directional analysis in olden days was done by observing the shadows during sunlight. But in modern era, with advancement in technology we have the magnetic compasses to be used with ease. One needs to ensure that the energy generated from directions when measured using the tools, should be positive. Concurring with Vastu is not in just arranging decorative or magical things in your house it actually starts right from choosing the apt plot until goes until arranging your furniture & almirahs in rite places! Each and every bit contributes to the success or failure of the inhabitants. Vastu is a science that cautiously bridges & balances humans with nature hood.

Fundamentals of vastu

Vastu is not a religious related matter. There is no job for machine, mantra, ritual, protective thread and conjuring games in Vastu. It is a simple science based on absolute facts. Vastu applies for all your accommodations, irrespective of rental or owned.

Basically six important things which are the fundamentals of Vastu. These are the things keenly noted in the house/Factory/Office/Industry.

• Plot should be Square Or Rectangle in shape.
• Keep more empty Space in North & East direction when compared to South & West directions.
• Main Entrance should be at the positive directions.
• T-Junctions should be at the positive the positive corners.
• Position of the staircase both at internal & external.
• North-East Should be at lower level as against South-West, which should taller comparatively.

General tips for house

• Choose the plots facing East/North directions. It is ideal to avoid the ones facing West/South directions, yet, not compulsory.
• Choosing plots should be Square or Rectangular in Shape. Avoid Irregular shaped plots.
• The construction should be more towards the South-West corner than to North-East corner.
• There should be no closed building structures till the boundary of your site in any directions.
• North-East should be light weighted as against South-West, which should be taller and heavy weighted comparatively.
• There should be no extensions or cuts at the corners of the building.
• Stumpy/low ground level in North-East and balanced/high level in all other directions is must for the building structure. (Please note that North-East relates to intellect/brain & North-West relates to psyche/mind)
• Main Entrance : Irrespective of the direction, the main gate/door/entrance should be at (1), (2), (3), (4)(Positive Directions). It’s the same for room entrances too. The external gate/door/entrances should be numbered in (1), (2), (4), (6), (8) form.

1. Main Entrance facing East direction close to North direction.
2. Main Entrance facing North direction close to East direction.
3. Main Entrance facing South direction close to East direction.
4. Main Entrance facing West direction close to North direction.

• Construction of lofts should be at West & South walls only.
• Northwest is best suited for lavatories.
• Length and breadth of the rooms do not have any impact as per Vastu.
• The Seating position in lavatory should be in North facing OR South facing.
• Don’t put high ceiling at any portion of the house.
• Septic tank should be constructed at the North West Portion of the house.
• Sump should be constructed at the Northeast portion of the house.