Vastu is an ancient Indian science that emphasizes the balance of 5 elements – Earth, water, air, fire and space in between living space and its occupants. The main purpose of vastu shastra is to create harmonious living space by balancing natural energies in our surroundings for better health, relationships and success.
While building, renovating or shifting to a new house there are some vastu principles that every individual should take into consideration. It will help you in inviting peace, prosperity and positive vibes in your living space. As vastu shastra is rooted in ancient Indian astrology, it emphasizes planning and arranging homes according to its principles. It also helps in aligning the natural forces in living space for improving the well being of the occupants.
You may have noticed some place when we entered there you feel dull or lacking in prosperity and this is all because of a defect in the vastu of that place which affects the aura of that place. There are many reasons through which you can identify vastu defects like:
Quarrel at home within family members
Lack of prosperity
Lack of opportunities
Increasing debts
Loss in business
Lack of harmony in between husband and wife
Disease
Mental disorder
Children distracting from their studies
Following vatsu principles in your living space will help you in influencing happiness, success and well-being in your life. So, if you are deciding to building a new home or renovating the existing one then you should follow the vastu principles to make a peaceful and prosperous living environment. Lets know about the detailed overview of its core principles:
Five Elements as Per Vastu (Panchbhootas):
The principles of vastu shastra revolves around the concept of 5 elements- earth, water, air, space and fire. These 5 elements represents panchbhootas. A proper alignment of these elements will allow positive energy flow within the living space. Each element has their own significant role in determining the energy balance in your living space such as:
Earth represents support and stability
Water represents purity and flow
Fire represents energy and transformation
Space represents expansion and openness
Air represents freshness and movement
Directions and Orientation:
Vastu focuses attention on the significance of directions. It is believed that each direction has its own characteristics. Orientation of buildings according to vastu rules and allocation of rooms according to the cardinal directions is very important to maximize the positive energy flow and minimize the negative energy flow. For example:
- North-East direction is ideal for mandir and meditation.
- South-East is best to have a kitchen as it is a zone of fire.
- South-west is good to have the bedroom of the spouse to have harmony in their relationship and also suitable for skill development and enhancement. It is also good to have locker and valuable things in this direction.
- North-west is good for a guest room.
Vastu Purusha Mandala:
It is a cosmic energy grid that represents the body of vastu purush. It explains the layout and positioning of rooms within the plot. Each area of the mandala has a specific function. The correct positioning of vastu purush body parts in layout according to the direction influences the life of tenants positively. But if there is any dis-balance in it then it affects accordingly. This grid ensures the energy flow throughout the building.
Balanced Architecture:
Vastu works-by creating balance and symmetry in architectural design. It ensures proportional room sizes. It maintains symmetry in layout and helps in avoiding irregular shapes or excrescences that disrupt energy flow. A balanced architectural design helps in creating harmony and stability in building.
Alignment of Natural Elements and Materials:
Nowadays there are so many designs people use to decorate their home. Incorporating the natural elements and material like wood, stone and clay stimulate in vastu compliant design. These materials resonate better with the natural energies and also promote a sense of harmony and calm environment. It also enhances the sustainability of the space.
Importance of Open Spaces
Having open space like windows and ventilation in buildings is important in vastu because it helps in flow of natural light and air in buildings. In result it helps in promoting a healthy and vibrant environment within the living space. As per vastu openings were also to be in particular direction for positive energy flow like – opening in North and East direction are good for the individuals. Proper air flow helps in maintaining freshness in a building.
Cleanliness:
It is very important to keep your living space neat and clean for positive energy flow. Maintaining cleanliness within living spaces will promote mental peace and a calm environment. An organized and Regular cleaning space enhances the positive energy in your home.
Color and Décor items:
Colors and decor items in our living space play a vital role in our life and it works according to the direction. The colors were also divided according to the direction for balancing the energy flow. It has a great effect on an individual’s mood and energy level. For example:
White: Purity and peace
Green: Growth and harmony
Blue: Calmness and tranquility
Red: Energy and passion
The decor items were also to be placed thoughtfully considered to maintain harmony. Do not keep any heavy things at the centre of the house. It should be spacious and open.
Implementing Vastu principles in your living space can help to live a healthier, and more prosperous life.