8 Tips to Make Your Living Room Vastu Compliant

No matter the size of your house, the living room holds considerable significance given that it marks the entry point of your residence and is where most of your social interactions occur,  whether with family, friends, or even official work. Hence, it’s no surprise that we go the extra mile when designing or decorating in what is also known as the drawing room or hall. While we spend a chunk of our budget on building the living room, one must ensure that the living room is Vastu compliant.

• It helps bring prosperity to the house and improves the atmosphere.
• Attracts positivity from the visitors.
• Helps increase wealth in the house.

Now that we’ve discussed how living rooms play an essential role in social life, whether hosting parties/gatherings or spending time with your loved ones.

Let's reveal some tips that could help make your living room Vastu compliant.

1. Vastu direction for the main door

According to Vastu experts, it’s better if your main door faces the east, north, or northeast direction. The main entrance marks the first appearance of your house for any visitor, making it a source of either positive or negative energies. The entrance to the living room should be free of clutter and obstruction. Ensure that it is well-lit and has a pleasing appearance.

2. Location of the living room

Ideally, the hall's location should be north or east. In the case of a south-facing home, consider the southeast direction. Nevertheless, the north side is ideal for your living room.

3. The flooring of the living room

Vastu's study advocates that the drawing room floor should slope towards the east or north, a guideline that can be used for the ceiling. 

4. Placement of the furniture

The south or west side is ideal when it comes to the placement of furniture. Use simple furnishings, align them correctly, and not place them under the beam. Ensure the hardwood is well-designed and there are no sharp edges. The furniture in the living room should be placed so that it does not obstruct the flow of positive energy. It is recommended to place furniture against the south or west walls and should be rectangular or square, not oval or circular. 

5. Hanging portraits, paintings, and other artefacts

Place your possessions of art in the northeast corner or wall of the house. Avoid sad pictures and paintings depicting fights, sorrow, or crime.  Decorative items like paintings, statues, and sculptures should be placed in the north or east direction. Avoid placing them in the southwest direction.

6. Choose the right colours for your living room

When choosing the paint for your house, Vastu suggests using light yellow, blue, white, or green. The colours to be avoided at any cost are black and red, whether the painting or decor. Use bright and vibrant shades. The colours used in the living room should be soothing and calm.  Light colours like white, cream and pastel shades are recommended.

7. Lighting in the living room

There should be appropriate lighting arrangements extending to the passages of the house. For chandelier lighting, the west or south direction is ideal. As per Vastu's studies, the living room should have bright lights. The living room should be well-lit with natural and artificial light. Use bright lights in the room's northeast corner to attract positive energy.

8. Best place to perform pooja

The northeast is ideal if you wish to have a pooja at your house or build a prayer room. Thus, one should consider these factors, especially if they have regular spiritual gatherings or festive celebrations at their houses.

Though the discussed above points have you well covered, here are some additional points you could add for the perfect Vastu-compliant living room.

• The television should be in the southwest corner of the house.
• The head of the family should be seated in the north or east section to demonstrate their authority.
• Landlines should be kept in the east, north, or southeast direction.
• Plants should be placed in the northeast corner, helping promote good health.

Conclusion

Making your living room, Vastu compliant can bring positivity and harmony into your home. The placement of furniture, choice of colours, lighting, decorative items, electronic devices, plants, entrance, and mirrors are some critical factors to consider when designing a Vastu-compliant living room. By following these tips, you can create a space that is welcoming, peaceful, and conducive to good energy flow. Remember, Vastu Shastra is an ancient science that has been used for thousands of years, and it can be a valuable tool for creating a harmonious living environment in your home.

The living room is undoubtedly integral to your home and serves the first impression for visitors. Therefore, as we spend lakhs or, in some cases, crores, it is necessary to ensure that it implies all the Vastu principles, even if it means hiring a consultant.