VASTU SHASTRA -Vastu Shastra which literally translated means the ’science of Buildings’ is an ancient Indian ‘Architectural Science’ that deals with inter-related subjects like Geography, Geology, Geometry, Astrology, Philosophy, factors influencing a site such as Topography, Orientation, Surrounding structures, Roads, Sun, Earth’s magnetic field etc. and lays down guidelines for the design and construction of a Building or ‘Vastu’. The Science of Vastu Shastra is briefly explained here:
VASTU SHASTRA FACTORS - Vastu Shastra takes into account environmental factors that affect man and his buildings, in laying down guidelines for the design of buildings, so that man can benefit from the positive and useful effects of these factors and is protected from their harmful and negative effects. The environmental factors and their effects on man and his buildings have been explained here, scientifically:
- VASTU FACTORS | FIVE ELEMENTS, PANCHABHUTTAAS
- VASTU FACTORS | SUN AND IT’S EFFECTS
- VASTU FACTORS | EARTH’S MAGNETIC FIELD
- VASTU FACTORS | EIGHT CARDINAL DIRECTIONS
- VASTU FACTORS | EARTH’S ENERGY FIELDS
FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF VASTU SHASTRA - Vastu Shastra lays down fundamental principles of Architecture that should be followed in designing, so as to ensure a beautiful, aesthetic, proportionate, comfortable sized and well oriented building. These fundamental principles are explained here:
- VASTU PRINCIPLES | ORIENTATION
- VASTU PRINCIPLES | SITE PLANNING
- VASTU PRINCIPLES | PROPORTIONS
- VASTU PRINCIPLES | DIMENSIONS
- VASTU PRINCIPLES | AESTHETICS
VASTU SHASTRA GUIDELINES ON SELECTION OF SITE – The Selection of Site is an important consideration since the plot represents a ‘fixed form’ which radiates positive as well as negative energy depending on its, location, shape, orientation, slope and soil condition. The Vastu guidelines for selecting the ‘right’ Site are explained here, scientifically:
- VASTU GUIDELINES | SITE LOCATION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | SITE SHAPE
- VASTU GUIDELINES | SITE ORIENTATION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | SITE SOIL
- VASTU GUIDELINES | SITE SLOPE
VASTU GUIDELINES ON DESIGN OF HOUSE | INTERIOR ROOMS – Vastu Shastra lays down guidelines on the ‘design of the Interior of a House’ so that the inmates get maximum benefit of the natural elements like the Sun, wind, Air, etc. These guidelines are based on scientific reasoning and common sense and when applied correctly, create well-lit, bright, well-ventilated, spacious and well-designed spaces (rooms) which then create ‘contentment’, ‘peace’ and ’serenity’ for the inmates.
- VASTU GUIDELINES | VERANDAH
- VASTU GUIDELINES | ENTRANCE DOOR
- VASTU GUIDELINES | LIVING ROOM
- VASTU GUIDELINES | PUJA ROOM
- VASTU GUIDELINES | DINING ROOM
- VASTU GUIDELINES | KITCHEN
- VASTU GUIDELINES | BEDROOM
- VASTU GUIDELINES | STUDY ROOM
- VASTU GUIDELINES | HOME OFFICE
- VASTU GUIDELINES | TOILETS, BATHROOMS
- VASTU GUIDELINES | BALCONIES
- VASTU GUIDELINES | STAIRCASES
- VASTU GUIDELINES | STORE ROOM
- VASTU GUIDELINES | UPPER FLOORS
- VASTU GUIDELINES | DOORS AND WINDOWS
- VASTU GUIDELINES | INTERIORS OF A HOUSE
- VASTU GUIDELINES | COLOURS FOR A HOUSE
- VASTU GUIDELINES | CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLOURS
VASTU GUIDELINES ON DESIGN OF HOUSE | EXTERIOR – Vastu Shastra lays down guidelines on the ‘design of the Exterior of a House’ so that the inmates get maximum benefit of the natural elements like the Sun, wind, Air, etc. These guidelines are based on scientific reasoning and common sense and when applied correctly, create a well-lit, bright, well-ventilated, and well-designed House which the inhabitants are proud of as it adds value to them.
- VASTU GUIDELINES | GATES
- VASTU GUIDELINES | GARDEN TREES AND PLANTS
- VASTU GUIDELINES | CAR PORCH, GARAGE
- VASTU GUIDELINES | BASEMENT
- VASTU GUIDELINES | WATER TANKS
- VASTU GUIDELINES | RENTING OUT.
VASTU GUIDELINES FOR CONSTRUCTION STEP BY STEP – Vastu Shastra lays down guidelines on the Construction of a House, right from the rituals to be done before the start of construction, the preparation for the construction to the actual step-by-step construction of the House. Thes Vaastu guidelines have been explained here:
VASTU GUIDELINES BEFORE START OF CONSTRUCTION:-
- VASTU GUIDELINES | BEFORE CONSTRUCTION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | RITUALS BEFORE CONSTRUCTION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | DIGGING OF WELL
- VASTU GUIDELINES | STORAGE SHED CONSTRUCTION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | COMPOUND WALL CONSTRUCTION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | FOUNDATION
- VASTU GUIDELINES | CONSTRUCTION OF HOUSE
- VASTU GUIDELINES | MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR
- VASTU GUIDELINES | INTERNAL DOORS, WINDOWS
- VASTU GUIDELINES | HOUSE WARMING RITUAL
VASTU GUIDELINES FOR OTHER BUILDINGS: Vastu Shastra can be applied to other buildings as well. These have been explained here:
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