Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian architecture system that aims to harmonize and balance the flow of energy within offices and homes. Vastu principles draw from traditional Indian beliefs and philosophies. It lays out spatial arrangement, layout, and directional alignment guidelines that should be followed when designing and constructing buildings to optimize energy flow.

Keep reading as we try to answer some frequently asked questions about Vastu.

Que #1: Why is Vastu important?

Ans: Vastu is important because it is thought to influence wealth, health, and happiness. Good Vastu can bring peace, prosperity, and success, whereas bad Vastu can cause financial instability, relationship issues, and health problems.

Before buying a new/old home or commercial property or building a home, talk to a Vastu consultant in Burlington. A knowledgeable Vastu expert can help you create a home/office design that aligns architectural elements with natural forces and the universe’s energies.

Que#2: According to Vastu, which is the best color for the kitchen?

Ans: According to Vastu Shastra, the best kitchen paint colors are saffron and orange. This is where Agni, the lord of fire reigns supreme. Both these colors are used to pay homage to Him.

Que#3: What are the basic principles of Vastu?

Ans: Here are basic Vastu principles

• Directional alignment-Every direction is associated with an energy
• Center of the home-The center of a home, also known as Brahmastahan should be left open to facilitate the flow of energy
• Five elements-Vastu emphasizes the importance of balancing five elements-that is air, water, fire, earth and space in a home

Que#4: Is it OK to have a mandir in the kitchen?

Ans: Not always. Ideally, your kitchen should be in the southeast corner of your house, whereas your mandir should be in the northeast direction. Mandirs should never be placed close to bathrooms or in bedrooms.

Que#5: According to Vastu, what are some easy ways to bring positive energy into a home?

Ans: To bring positive energy into your home, keep your doors and windows open. Place a bowl of sea salt in the north and east corners of your home to absorb negative energy and keep the northeast corner organized, clean and clutter-free. Also keep the center of your home open.

Que#6: According to Vastu, how should mirrors be placed in a home?

Ans: It is believed that mirrors can revert Vastu flaws, however, incorrect placement of mirrors can prevent energy from flowing freely throughout your home. Here are some general tips for placing mirrors in your home

• Make sure no two mirrors face each other as they can attract negative energy
• Place mirrors in the dining room in a way that they reflect the dining table
• Never place mirrors in dark rooms
• Avoid placing mirrors in your bedroom. If you have to, make sure they do not reflect your bed or any part of your body
• Shapes matter-Use square and rectangular mirrors as these two shapes spread positive energy. Avoid oval and round mirrors
• Place a mirror in your locker to attract wealth

Ques#7: Is it OK to place paintings of scenes from Mahabharata in my home?

Ans: Natural disaster images and pictures depicting violence (even if it is from Mahabharata) in any form should not be placed in the home or office.

Ques#8: According to Vastu, what are the ideal directions for rooms in the house?

Ans: According to Vastu,

• Your master bedroom should be in the southwest corner of your home
• The childrens’ room should be in the west or northwest corner of the home
• The bathroom should be placed in the north or northwest corner of the home
• The drawing room should face north, east, northwest or northeast
• The ideal direction for the kitchen is southeast (you can also place your kitchen in the northwest corner of your home)

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