Best Vastu Practices for Residential Building

Defined as a traditional Indian system of architecture, using the five elements of nature: fire, water, space, and earth, Vastu helps bring prosperity and positivity into our properties using its techniques of design, layout, measurements, floor planning, etc. Therefore, it is a factor to be considered by a residential real estate buyer, given the amount of capital they are not pulling a mammoth sum to live in an environment filled with negativity and despair. 

Whether under construction or ready to move, the buyer should ensure the property they reside in is Vastu compliant. Nonetheless, this is an aspect that even the developer or builder shall keep in mind during the construction process, especially if they hope to attain their target bookings.

Speaking of Vastu for residential buildings, we will discuss some practices or tips you could incorporate. 

1. The shape of the room

As per Vastu guidelines, rooms in residential buildings should be square or rectangular shape-wise. Steer away from rooms that are I-shaped, L-shaped, or T-shaped. For rectangular-shaped rooms, ensure that the length doesn’t exceed twice the breadth of the house. 

2. Entrance to the building

The sun - our source of energy, positivity, and light, rises from the east. Therefore the entrance of the door should face the east. In case of your home entrance is already constructed in another direction, you can rectify this by installing a large window facing the east direction. 

3. Importance of ventilation

There is a need for adequate ventilation in every house to ensure the members' health remains pink. There should be ample air circulation and the presence of sunlight. Dingy and dark rooms generate negative energies and do not keep any part of the house unused or locked for a long time. 

4. Vastu compliant plants

One of the most popular home plant choices remains Tulsi, mainly for its spiritual aspect. Another herb that could be grown at your residence is the Money plant, known to bring prosperity, wealth, and many other benefits. Do not nurture plants that are thorny, for example, the Cactus. 

5. Paintings and pictures on the wall

Hang or stick paintings and pictures on walls that enhance positivity and bring happiness, for example, spiritual or religious images. Never use portraits or photos that incite a negative vibe, such as crime, war, pain, and sadness. 

6. Broken mirrors are considered a bad omen

Never keep a broken or even cracked mirror in your house. Ascertain that no windows or doors make creaking noises and that there are leaking taps anywhere. Remember to clean your windows and doors regularly. Many superstitions suggest that breaking a mirror brings bad luck for seven years. 

7. Vastu direction for sleeping

Try to ensure you place your bed in such a way that it is south facing. While sleeping, place your head in the north direction. Vastu experts recommend not keeping electronics in your bedrooms like computers and television. 

8. Vastu rules for the Kitchen

Never keep water and fire next to each other. Bathrooms or toilets are not to be built above or below the kitchen. The Vastu direction for your kitchen should be southeast, with your back facing the east during cooking. Refrain from making the kitchen anywhere close to the entrance of the home.

9. Vastu rules for Bathroom

As per Vastu experts, the bathroom in residential property should be in the north or northwest corner of the house. Avoid south, southwest, and southeast directions, as these could be harmful to the health of your loved ones. Thus make sure to follow this guide.

10. Vastu for residential building under construction

Take your time moving into a house that is still under construction. Make sure the house is more or less complete by the time you move in, and do not forget to host a housewarming party or have a pooja ceremony. 

11. Vastu for Study Room

Facing the east or north direction is considered auspicious for students studying. Try to ascertain the student has some space in front of them for clarity of thoughts and brainstorming new ideas. The study room should be clutter-free, and check for no beam or toilet above it. 

12. Vastu rules for furniture 

Ideally, use a bed of wooden material and make sure there is no clutter. If there is a double bed, use a single big mattress instead of two single mattresses. Do not place a mirror in front of your bed or anywhere nearby. Avoid using a bed made out of wrought iron, as per Vastu. 

An additional tip to keep in mind would be to avoid sitting, eating, working, and sleeping under any beam of your house. If you sleep under a beam, you may not necessarily enjoy a deep and sound nap. 

Hopefully, the above blog has served its purpose of making your residential building Vastu compliant, something the buyer and the developers/builders should have in mind.