Key Vastu Principles by Direction
| Direction | Best Use | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| North-East (Ishanya) | Puja room, open space, meditation | Toilets, kitchen, heavy structure |
| South-East (Agneya) | Kitchen, electrical installations | Master bedroom, puja room |
| South-West (Nairutya) | Master bedroom, safe/locker | Kitchen, entrance, water tank |
| North-West (Vayavya) | Guest room, children room, bathrooms | Master bedroom (in some schools) |
| North | Living room, study, entrance | Heavy storage, toilets |
| East | Entrance, living room, verandah | Toilets |
Vastu Checks When Buying a Flat
Key Vastu Checks
- Entrance direction: North or East-facing main door preferred
- North-East open: Should be open and light — no toilet or heavy structure
- Kitchen placement: South-East ideal; South-West kitchen is a common concern
- Master bedroom: South-West preferred for stability
- Toilets: Not in North-East — North-West or West generally acceptable
Market premium is real: In traditional markets, North and East-facing flats — especially corner North-East units — command 5–15% premiums over South-facing equivalents. This affects resale value regardless of personal beliefs about Vastu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian architectural science prescribing layout and directional guidelines for buildings to promote health and prosperity. In Indian real estate, Vastu compliance is important to many buyers. Key principles include keeping the North-East open, kitchen in South-East, and master bedroom in South-West.
Yes. North and East-facing properties command premiums of 5–15% in many Indian markets. Corner North-East units are most sought-after. South-West facing are sometimes discounted in traditional markets. The Vastu premium is a real market phenomenon affecting both buying price and resale value.
North or East-facing entrances are most recommended. Keep the North-East corner open and light — ideal for puja or open space. South-East is best for kitchen. South-West is preferred for master bedroom. Avoid toilets in the North-East.
Some can be partially corrected through remedies — mirrors, crystals, copper strips, or colour choices. However, fundamental issues like toilets in the North-East or North-East blocked by heavy structure are difficult to remedy without structural changes. Most buyers prefer to filter out significant Vastu defects at purchase.
For a significant buyer segment — particularly in traditional markets like Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Pune — Vastu is an important purchase criterion. Many builders now incorporate Vastu-compliant layouts as a marketing advantage. Even for non-Vastu-conscious buyers, Vastu compliance improves resale liquidity.