Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian science that brings positive energy into the home to promote balance, prosperity, and wellbeing. Similar to Feng Shui, Vastu Shastra is a system of architecture that explores the deep connection between people and the spaces they inhabit.
Rooted in the principles of layout, measurement, design, and spatial harmony, Vastu Shastra offers guidelines for every part of the home - from the front door to the outdoor living area - to enhance the flow of energy, known as Prana.
Today, modern home design adapts these traditional concepts rather than following them strictly, using ideas like the square-grid mandala as inspiration for balanced, functional layouts. At Metricon, we understand and respect the traditions of many cultures. Incorporating elements of Vastu design not only helps our homes resonate with diverse lifestyles but also ensures our floorplans remain thoughtful, innovative, and distinctive.
Why is Vastu Shastra important?
According to Vastu Shastra, the universe is composed of five elements - fire, water, earth, air, and space. Harmony between these elements encourages positive energy and balance within a home.
By following Vastu principles, you can reduce negative energy and invite a sense of peace and vitality into your space. This harmony is believed to influence every aspect of life - from finances and relationships to health and success.
To help your home radiate positive energy, we’ve gathered a few key Vastu-inspired ideas to consider during your design or decorating journey.
1. Embrace Greenery
Plants are powerful energy enhancers. They purify the air and uplift the overall atmosphere, increasing the positive vibrations in your home.
Vastu-approved plants include rubber plants, bamboo, jasmine, peonies, orchids, and money plants. Avoid cactus, bonsai, and other thorny plants, as they are thought to introduce disharmony.
2. Keep Your Home Clutter-Free
Clutter blocks the natural flow of Prana. It can create stagnant energy, lower productivity, and disrupt peace of mind.
Keep benchtops, floors, and surfaces clear to maintain an open, balanced environment that allows energy to move freely through your home.
3. Be Colour Conscious
Colour plays a vital role in influencing the mood and energy of your space. According to Vastu guidelines, each direction and room benefits from specific tones.
- South-west rooms: earthy browns and peaches
- Kitchens (south-east): oranges and reds to represent fire and warmth
- Whole home: avoid dark shades, which can disturb the home’s energy balance
4. Consider a Pooja Room
Traditionally, the Pooja room is a sacred space for prayer, but in modern homes, it can also serve as a peaceful area for meditation or reflection.
This room is ideally located in the north-east corner of the home, where it can attract and distribute harmonious energy throughout the space.
5. Keep the Bedroom Light and Airy
A bright, well-ventilated master bedroom aligns with the principles of Vastu Shastra. When designing your home, prioritise large windows and natural airflow to welcome positivity.
Once you move in, keep shutters and blinds open during the day and encourage cross-ventilation by opening windows and doors to allow Prana to circulate freely.
Quick Vastu Tips for Everyday Living
If you want to...
Improve your finances
- Keep the north-east section of your home clean and free from clutter and obstruction
- Large entrances promote more wealth to flow into your home
- Keep your finances in the south-west section of your home
- Fix any leaking taps – leaking faucets represent a loss of money
- Ensure that air can move freely through your home for better cash flow
Improve your success
- The best direction to improve your success is north
- Position your bed so that your head faces south, and feet face north
- Allow natural light from the north and east - morning sun generates positive energy
- Anyone in a home office should face north while working
- Your study room should not be underneath a beam or a bathroom
Improve your relationships
- Place pictures of your happy family in the north-east section of your home
- The bedroom should be square or rectangle shaped
- The master bedroom should be in the south-west section of the home
- The bedroom should allow for plenty of natural light to come in
- Your prayer room or meditation room should never be in the bedroom
Improve your health
- Your kitchen should sit in the south-east of your home
- Decorate the north-east section of your home in green
- Avoid building a kitchen next to a bathroom – try to have them as far apart as possible
- The centre of your home should be left empty for free flow of energy in any direction
- Build a fireplace in the south-east or north-west section of your home
Vastu Shastra offers countless principles - all designed to cultivate harmony, positivity, and wellbeing in your home.
At Metricon, we’re proud to support customers who wish to incorporate Vastu principles into their home design. Our experienced team can help adapt floorplans to align with these guidelines wherever possible.
If you’d like to design your home with Vastu Shastra in mind, call 1300 786 773 or enquire online today. enquire online today.
