In doing Vastu of any place ,
home, work place, building, factory, land or plot we try to harmonize the
place with respect to the five basic elements called as Panchbhoota namely
Air, Water, Fire, Earth and Space. We shall discuss about importance of each
of this element and how well we can harmonize them to relieve a stressful
life, bringing 3 P's viz peace, protection and prosperity in our lives.
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WATER: Water bodies in north or east
are considered good. As far as the flow of domestic water is concerned, it
should be borne in mind and that such water should be drained out in North
- East. Wells, tubewells, swimming pools etc. should all be in the
North-East. The water from the toilets and bathrooms, too, should be
drained out in the North- East. The North-East direction is always
auspicious and suitable for water. There are sewer-systems in the cities.
The Septic tanks or the flow of sewer systems should be towards North -
West. The flow of rain or fresh water should be towards North-East.
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FIRE: The direction of Fire is
South-East. The Kitchen, fireplace, geysers etc. should be placed only in
this direction. Alternatively these could be placed in North-West, because
it is at 180 degree to South-East. The Vastu Fire Element One can take
care of the South-East Corners of all rooms and aim for Hapiness in the
family, Good Health, Sound Finances, and Nice Married Life. As South-East
belongs to Agni he can create enough trouble for inmates. The South-East
corner of every room should be taken care of it. One can keep Agni - Vastu
Fire Element cheerful by having a spotlight or lantern in the South-East
corner with light or burning flame pointing to the roof. One can have the
Electrical gadgets like Television, VCR, Fridge, Computer, Fire-place,
Microwaves, radio etc placed in South-East corner.
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AIR: The
air should enter the building from North -East. All the openings and media
for air entry such as doors, windows, ventilators coolers,
air-conditioners, verandahs, balconies etc. should be in this directions.
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SPACE OR OPEN SKY: The open sky
influences greatly. We can get the effect of terrestrial-energies
uninterruptedly. But the buildings prove a barrier to the effects of open
sky. Therefore, the importance of roofs or lawns gets emphasized, but the
Vastu shastra has refrained from deliberating in detail over it, because
it is related chiefly to building construction and we will discuss only
this aspect. Traditionally every house in India used to have an open space
(Court Yard) in the center of the house. It provided the dwellers not only
the open sky but also sunlight and cross-ventilation of air.
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SHAPE OF PLOT: Favourites are regular
shaped square or rectangular plota AND irregular shaped plots are normally
avoided.
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OBSTRUCTION: Obstruction like big trees,
open well, pillars and posts before a arrow like roads are to be avoided.
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IDEAL SITE: A building should be
constructed preferably in a square plot the house should be constructed in
the for house centre and in rectangular plot it should be nearer to
construction south, south west and west sides preferably leaving more in a
plot open space on north and east. "L" or Considered not suitable for house
as corners will be "U" shaped missing and occupants will be missing
opportunities.
Quick
Vaastu Shanti Tips
When sitting for worship, keep your face towards North-West and sit
in that corner to intake air from that direction.
Cash boxes can be located in the room towards the North
(treasury). But if the box is heavy (such as a safe, heavy almirah) then
it should be kept in the Southwest corner and the door of the almirah
should open towards the North.
TVs and computers should ideally be placed in the Southeast
corner of the living room or study room. They should not be placed in
the Northeast corner or Southwest corner.
Telephones can be placed in the Southeast or Northwest corner but not in the Southwest or Northeast.
An aquarium with 9 gold fish and one black fish, in the
north east corner/portion of the house or factory is very good.
If the north-east area is untidy or unshapely, the well being of male issues is found to be precarious.
One should sleep with his head pointing towards the South.
Students should be facing east while studying, for Academic Excellence.
If the kitchen is off the proper place, some member or the other is
always found to be suffering from severe digestive disorder.
Keep the Gas in the south east corner of the kitchen
Person should face the east while cooking.
Drinking water should be in the north east of the kitchen.
While Taking meals the plate should be in South-East.
The statue of Hanumanji should not be placed in South-East. It may create fire hazard.
All the doors should open inside so that the energy may remain inside.
The hinges of doors should be noiseless. If so. The hinges may be greased periodically.
The doors should open towards right hand.
Bed should not be put under a beam.
There should not be five corners in the ceiling of a room.
Efforts should be made a leave the rooms open on North-East side.
While ascending the staircase, the face should be either towards the north or the east.
The seat of the toilet should face North-South.
No doors or windows should be provided on South-West side.
Almirahs and beds should be set very close to the South - West wall
and at a distance from the north - east wall.
A house
should not have paintings, which depicts depressing scenes, i.e.
like an old woman crying, scenes of war or poverty. It should have
picture of say, a sunrise, an ocean, mountains, flowers or laughing
children.
Tall trees are nowhere recommended close to the main building. For
trees the south in itself is good and so is the west. No tree should be
grown in the north and the east. The one at the north-east is the
worst.
Small decorative plants and shrubs may be grown in the north and the
east. The height should not exceed, say, half a meter at the north-east
increasing gradually to not more than 1.5 meter as one moves from the
north-east to the north-west or to the south-east end.
Except rose and a few medicinal ones, all thorny plants give rise to
tensions in the environment. Plants exuding white sap should also be
kept off. Lime and karonda etc. are OK in an orchard but not in
residence or business premises.
Amongst the beneficial plants, the best is Tulsi. It is commendable to
keep at least one Tulsi plant in the north-east area of the premises,
but its height should not exceed 1.5 meter.
Growing creepers/climbers with support on the compound wall or a house wall is best avoided.
Cactus should not be planted or kept in the house.
In the South-West Corner of the house one should sleep pointing his head towards south.
If north of any house is blocked it blocks prosperity.
Water flowing/water fountain from north to east is very good.
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North-east (Eshan) is ruled by Sadasiva or God
Himself. Hence this direction is paramount, which demands keeping
it scrupulously clean, open and highly receptive
in a welcome "mode" always.
East is ruled by Indra, the chief of the gods,
giver of pleasures. The direction also represents the realm of the
rising Sun projecting ultra-violet rays, so essential for health in
several ways.
South-east (Agneya) is the habitat of fire, the storehouse of energy.
South is the abode of Yama, the god of death.
South-west (Nairitya) is the abode of Putna demoness.
West is the abode of Varuna, the god of ocean.
It is also the direction of the setting Sun which gives infra-red
radiation.
North-west (Vayavva) is the abode of air/wind,
the invisible, but the most effective blessing for all objects in need
of motion/movement for their efficiency.
North is the abode of Kuber, the god of wealth.
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REMEDIES FOR CONSTRUCTION MADE AGAINST THE PRINCIPLES OF VASTU:
Sometimes, it so happens that the man does such acts, out of
ignorance, which harm him and their remedy seems impossible. Here, we are
giving solutions to the problems of those, who had constructed their
houses against the rules of Vastu -Shastra. To overcome following
information is given, however, it is strongly recommended that the Vastu
of your own house especially correction of Vastu should be done with the
help of Vastu expert and should not be attempted by acquiring shallow
knowledge or tips for Vastu. Few ill effects of Vastu if not done
correctly and remedies are discussed below for only general information.
If some river or
drain is flowing in a direction other than the north-east direction of the
house and has anti - clock movement, then it is advised to place a statue
of dancing Ganeshji facing the west on the north-east corner of the house.
If the boring has
taken place in the wrong direction in a house or a factory, then it is
advised to place a picture of Panchmukhi Hanumanji, facing South-West to
the boring.
If a naked wall is
seen while entering into a flat, then either a picture or a statue of
Ganeshji should be placed there. The naked wall is the sign of loneliness.
Hence, the wall should not be kept naked.
If high voltage
overhead wires pass over a house, then a plastic pipe filled with lime
should be erected from one corner to the other of the affected area in
such a manner that its both ends should remain outside by at least three
feet each. This will eliminate the evil effects of energy being generated
out of the overhead wire. In certain cases, energy circles can be improved
by using Swastika Yantra. But, this requires a lot of care. This should be
handled under the supervision of an able Vastu Shastri.
IDEAL HOUSE WITH PERFECT VASTU:
The following are the guidelines to design and construct an
ideal house which houses prosperity, protection and peaceful environment
in the house. It is essential to understand and interpret these ground
rules and then apply.
The main
door of the house should preferably be located in any of the exalted
positions from the Northeast corner - either from North of Northeast or
from East of Northeast. Doors can also be in the South of Southeast or
West of Northwest but in no case, should the main entrance be from the
center of any direction. Also the main entrance or door should be avoided
in all the following four directions, namely, North of Northwest, East of
Southeast, South of Southwest and West of Southwest. There should not be
any obstruction or water body just opposite the main entrance.
Balconies
should be planned towards the East and North and should be definitely
avoided in the South and West. If balconies in the South and West cannot
be avoided, then larger balconies must be provided towards the North and
East. Care should be taken while providing balconies so that a cut or
truncation is not created in the Northeast corner.
The kitchen
should be ideally situated in the Southeast corner of the house and as an
alternative in certain cases, may be in the Northwest corner, but in both
cases, the cooking platform should be arranged to facilitate cooking
while facing east only. The Kitchen should never be in the Northeast
corner and it should also be avoided in the Southwest too, as both
locations will create problems with respect to the health and finance of
the inmates.
Rooms in
the West and East can be used for dining. The appetite can be stimulated
in the dining hall by having the walls painted in light pink or orange. A
rectangular dining table is the most preferred. In the dining room, while
eating, one should sit facing East or West.
Grains and
other food can be stored in the Northwest sector. Oil, butter, ghee, milk
and other oily liquids can be stored in the Southeast of the Northwest
room.
When a
generator or transformer is to be located outside the plot, it should be
placed in an open space in the Southeast sector. As a second choice, it
may be placed in the Northwest sector.
The
overhead water tank should be located in the Southwest corner of the
terrace preferably in the West of Southwest.
Penthouses,
if built, should be in the Southwest corner of the terrace leaving an
open space in the North and East.
The prayer
room should be planned in such a way that it is placed either in the
Northeast corner or in the central portion (Brahmasthana) of the house.
The pictures of the god should touch the wall on the East side in the
prayer room facing West; inmates should perform their prayers facing East
for better concentration and devotion.
No garbage
should be thrown or dumped in the Northeast corner of the building or plot
and the Northeast should always be kept free and clean.
Heavy
equipments such as the grinder, fridge, etc, should be placed towards the
South and West walls in the kitchen. Even in the storeroom, racks should
be built on the South and West walls.
Rainwater
should flow West to East or South to North and ultimately flow out from
the Northeast corner of the house or plot.
The
Northeast, North and East walls should be decorated with photo frames,
mirrors, and paintings of gods and with wallpaper with natural scenery;
whereas the West, South and Southwest walls can be decorated with scenery
in a dull or matte finish. The South wall can be used for hanging pictures
of departed souls. Pictures of living beings may be hung on the Eastern
wall.
It is
always advisable, and it is considered profitable, to purchase additional
adjacent plots on the Northeast, North and East sides.
Under no
circumstance, should one acquire any plot adjoining the South or West
sides of one's plot. Any adjacent land acquired on the South or West side
can be disastrous to the person.
The master
bedroom should be in the Southwest corner, while other bedrooms can be in
the CentralSouth and Central-West directions. A bedroom in the Northwest
is also recommended but should be used as a guest room or only for
daughters. Bedrooms should be avoided in the Southeast corner.
It is
preferable to have children's rooms in the West or North. Children should
have their study desks in the North or East of the room and they should
face East while studying.
One should
sleep with one's head pointing towards the South. Children, however, can
sleep with their heads pointing towards the West. No one should sleep with
their heads in the North.
The bedroom
can be painted in light to deep blues to induce sleep. Green is advised
for study rooms to promote intelligence. Sandal/ yellow is advised for the
prayer room.
The living
room should be located in the North or East sectors of the house. Heavy
chandeliers or fancy lamps should not be located in the geometrical center
of the rooms. They may be placed slightly towards the West or South of the
room.
TVs and
computers should ideally be placed in the Southeast corner of the living
room or study room. They should not be placed in the Northeast corner or
Southwest corner.
Telephones
can be placed in the Southeast or Northwest corner but not in the
Southwest or Northeast.
Living
rooms can be painted in white, yellow, light pink, light blue or green.
Grey, red and black are to be avoided.
Always keep
the center of the room, building and plot, free from any loads, weights,
pillars, columns, beams, water bodies, etc.
It is
preferable to have the staircase towards the South, West or Southwest of
the building but it may be in the Southeast or Northwest, depending on
other parameters. Staircases should be avoided in the Northeast, North and
the East.
Circular/spiral staircases are generally to be avoided. The number of
steps in a staircase should be odd, including the landing step, and they
should rise from East to West or from North to South. It is better to make
sure that the steps are by the South and West walls, and that it should be
constructed in such a way that the movement is in a clockwise direction
while going upwards, that is from the ground to the higher floors.
Toilets
should be located in the Northwest corner of the building or in the
Northwest corner of the rooms. Where Northwest toilets are not possible,
Southeast toilets are allowed. Other alternative directions for toilets
are Central-South or Central West. Closets in the toilets should face
North or South, along the North-South axis; and should not face the East
or West. See figure for all possible locations for toilets and bathrooms.
Toilets
should be avoided in the Northeast, North and East.
Mirrors in
the toilet and dressing room should be on the North or East walls.
A bathroom
in the East sector is most preferred as the beneficial rays of the morning
sun can enter and promote the health of the user.
In the
office or study room, the table should be placed in the Western or
Southern side so that one sits facing the East or North. No equipment,
furniture, cupboards, etc, should be placed touching the North or East
walls and if it becomes unavoidable, they should be kept at least 4" or 6"
away from the walls.
Cash boxes
can be located in the room towards the North (treasury). But if the box is
heavy (such as a safe, heavy almirah) then it should be kept in the
Southwest corner and the door of the almirah should open towards the
North.
The storage
or lumber-room can be located in the Southwest, adjacent to the Master
bedroom.
If
possible, the house should be extended by 4 feet to 5 feet in the
Northeast direction to ensure the Northeast directional bliss for the
household. Growing tulsi and other beneficial herbal plants in the
Northeast will promote good health and prosperity.
Pictures of
landscapes depicting mountains should be hung on the South and West walls
only Landscapes containing water, such as pictures of lakes and rivers
should be on the North and East walls. Pictures of eagles, battle scenes,
and carnivorous animals should not be used for interior wall decorations.
Pictures of horses, cows and elephants can be used for decoration
purposes.
The
directions of East and West are important as far as obtaining the energy
from the sun is concerned. The importance of the directions of the North
and the South lies in the flow of magnetic waves which flows from North
Pole to South Pole. Therefore southward portion of every building should
be higher than the northward portion.
Besides
this it should also be kept in mind that the inclination of land,
building, floors of rooms etc. should be towards North-East. In other
words the parts in the West and South of the building should be slightly
higher than those in the North and East.
VASTU SHANTI TIPS ( FOR PEACE AND PROSPERITY):
When
sitting for worship, keep your face towards North-West and sit in that
corner to intake air from that direction.
Cash boxes
can be located in the room towards the North (treasury). But if the box is
heavy (such as a safe, heavy almirah) then it should be kept in the
Southwest corner and the door of the almirah should open towards the
North.
TVs and
computers should ideally be placed in the Southeast corner of the living
room or study room. They should not be placed in the Northeast corner or
Southwest corner.
Telephones
can be placed in the Southeast or Northwest corner but not in the
Southwest or Northeast.
An aquarium
with 9 gold fish and one black fish, in the north east corner/portion of
the house or factory is very good.
If
the north-east area is untidy or unshapely, the well being of male issues
is found to be precarious.
One should
sleep with his head pointing towards the South.
Students
should be facing east while studying, for Academic Excellence.
If
the kitchen is off the proper place, some member or the other is always
found to be suffering from severe digestive disorder.
Keep
the Gas in the south east corner of the kitchen.
Person should face the east while cooking.
Drinking water should be in the north east of the kitchen.
While
Taking meals the plate should be in South-East.
A house
should not have paintings, which depicts depressing scenes, i.e. like an
old woman crying, scenes of war or poverty. It should have picture of say,
a sunrise, an ocean, mountains, flowers or laughing children.
Tall trees
are nowhere recommended close to the main building. For trees the south in
itself is good and so is the west. No tree should be grown in the north
and the east. The one at the north-east is the worst.
Small
decorative plants and shrubs may be grown in the north and the east. The
height should not exceed, say, half a meter at the north-east increasing
gradually to not more than 1.5 meter as one moves from the north-east to
the north-west or to the south-east end.
Except rose
and a few medicinal ones, all thorny plants give rise to tensions in the
environment. Plants exuding white sap should also be kept off. Lime and
karonda etc. are OK in an orchard but not in residence or business
premises.
Amongst the beneficial plants, the best is Tulsi. It is commendable to
keep at least one Tulsi plant in the north-east area of the premises, but
its height should not exceed 1.5 meter.
Growing creepers/climbers with support on the compound wall or a house
wall is best avoided.
If
north of any house is blocked it blocks prosperity.
Water
flowing/water fountain from north to east is very good.
Vaastu Shanti Tips for Offices/Businesses
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In the office, the temple should not
be placed at the back of the owner’s seat.
The
owner seat must be facing east or north. West is also permissible
but it must not face south.
There
must always be a solid wall behind the owner’s seat.
The
owner’s desk must always be rectangle.
The
central point of a factory, house and office should be empty.
Vaastu Shanti Tips for Offices/Businesses.
In the
office, the temple should not be placed at the back of the owner’s
seat.
The
owner seat must be facing east or north. West is also permissible
but it must not face south.
There
must always be a solid wall behind the owner’s seat.
The
owner’s desk must always be rectangle.
The
central point of a factory, house and office should be empty.
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