Imagine the thrill. You are finally building your dream home. Brick by brick it rises a testament to your hard work and aspirations. But have you considered the invisible blueprint that can transform this structure into a true sanctuary? That’s where Vaastu Shastra steps in. It is an ancient Indian science of architecture and design. Think of it as a guide to arranging your spaces in harmony with nature’s energies. This knowledge helps in creating a home that not only looks good but also feels good. It promotes peace happiness and overall well-being.
Now you might be thinking interior design comes later right? After the walls are up and the roof is on? While that’s the conventional approach considering Vaastu for your interior design during the home construction phase is like planting seeds for a brighter future. It’s about laying the foundation for positive vibes right from the start. This early integration is not just a suggestion, it’s a powerful way to ensure your home resonates with positive energy from its very core leading to a truly fulfilling life within its walls.
Why Plan Interior Design with Vaastu During Construction?
You might wonder, “Why not just decorate later?” Well, there are some really smart reasons to think about your interior design with Vaastu while your house is being built.
- Save Some Cash Later: Realizing you need to move a wall or enlarge a window for Vaastu after construction? Expect extra time and costs. Planning early helps you avoid these headaches. You get it right the first time, which is always easier on your wallet, right?
- Build it Right In: Some Vaastu things for your home’s inside aren’t just about where you put your furniture. Things like having a little space built into the wall for a statue or making sure your windows are the right size and facing the right way are actually part of how your house is built. It’s way easier to do these things while they’re building than trying to add them in later. Picture trying to carve out a little shelf in a wall that’s already finished – not fun!
- Good Vibes Flowing Freely: When you plan with Vaastu from the start, all that positive energy can move around your house easily. It’s like creating a clear path for good feelings. If you only think about Vaastu after the house is done, you might make changes that feel a bit awkward and don’t really let the good energy flow properly.
- Make Your Home Truly Yours (the Feel-Good Way): This is your chance to make your home really feel like yours, and also make it a place that brings you good energy, according to Vaastu. You can decide the best spots for different rooms and things in a way that fits how you live and brings in all those positive vibes. Making a space that seems entirely appropriate for you is the goal here.
- Makes Your House Feel Calm Right Away: Have you ever entered a place and, despite being unable to pinpoint the reason, felt a little uneasy? Sometimes, that can happen if the energies aren’t balanced. By planning your inside with Vaastu while building, you’re helping your home feel calm and balanced right from the moment it’s ready. It’s like building in a sense of peace from the ground up.
Key Vaastu Principles for Interior Design (During Construction)
So, what are the big picture things in Vaastu that can help your house feel awesome, even while it’s being built? It’s all about creating a natural balance and good vibes.
- Which Way Things Face (Directional Alignment): Guess what? The direction your rooms and stuff face actually matter!
- For example, Vaastu says your kitchen likes being in the southeast part of your house. It’s like that area has a warm, cooking-friendly energy. And your main bedroom? The southwest is often a good spot for a calm, stable feeling.
- Even your doors and windows have a preferred direction! Place them right, and you will get lovely sunlight and good energy. Imagine waking up to the gentle morning sun. That is the kind of feeling Vaastu tries to create.
- Having Enough Space and a Good Flow (Space and Flow): Ever been in a room that just felt easy to move around in? That’s good flow!
- Vaastu loves open spaces inside your home. It helps the good energy move around freely, like a happy breeze. Think of it as not having any roadblocks for good vibes.
- Also, too much clutter can block that good energy. So, planning for enough places to keep your things tidy while you’re building is a smart Vaastu move. A clean space feels better, right?
- The Shape of Things (Shape and Form): Believe it or not, even the shape of your rooms can make a difference.
- Vaastu usually likes rooms that are simple shapes, like squares or rectangles. Rooms with weird angles or bits missing can sometimes feel a bit off energetically.
- And it’s not just the rooms – the shape of your whole house can also affect the energy inside. A nice, balanced shape for your house is thought to help the good energy flow all through it.
- What Your House is Made Of (Material Selection): Have you ever thought about whether the stuff your house is made from matters?
- Vaastu actually has some favourite materials for the inside of your home, like wood and stone. They’re seen as having natural, positive energy. It’s like choosing healthy ingredients for your body.
- And even the colours you paint your walls can change how a room feels. Different colours have different vibes, so that’s something to think about too (though we’ll talk more about colours later).
Room-Specific Vaastu Ideas for When You're Building
Now, let’s talk about Vaastu ideas for specific rooms, even while your house is being built. Planning these things now can really make a difference in how you feel in each room later.
- The Front Door: This is like the main welcome to your house, and Vaastu says it’s super important.
- It’s best if your front door is in a good spot and faces a happy direction. This is where the good energy comes into your home.
- Also, it should look nice and be a good size to bring in those positive vibes. Think of it like a friendly smile for your house.
- The Kitchen: This is often called the heart of the home, and Vaastu has some special tips for it.
- A good spot for the kitchen is the southeast part of your house is usually. It is where the sun’s energy is strong in the morning. Your stove should ideally go there, facing east when you’re cooking.
- Funny enough, Vaastu says it’s not a great idea to put your sink (water) right next to your stove (fire). Keeping them a little apart helps things feel balanced.
- Think about where you’ll keep your food too. Vaastu has some ideas about this, often suggesting the southwest or northwest corners.
- Where You Sleep (The Bedrooms): These are your cosy spaces, and Vaastu wants them to be peaceful.
- The main bedroom often feels best in the southwest. Kids’ rooms might like the north or west. And a guest room could be in the northwest.
- Even which way your bed faces matters! Vaastu often suggests pointing your head towards the south or east when you sleep.
- For your bedrooms to receive enough of sunlight and fresh air, consider where to place windows and doors.
- Your Living Room: Aim for an open and inviting atmosphere since this is where you relax and mingle.
- North or east are often good directions for the living room.
- Make it comfortable and easy for everyone to talk by arranging your couches and chairs.
- Vaastu frequently recommends the south or west walls as ideal locations for your TV or entertainment device.
- Where You Freshen Up (The Bathrooms): We all need them, but Vaastu has some specific thoughts on where they should go.
- North or northwest parts of the house are often okay for bathrooms. Try to avoid putting them right in the middle of your house or in the northeast corner.
- Even where you put the toilet and sink inside the bathroom might have a better spot according to Vaastu.
- Making sure your bathroom has good airflow with a window or a fan is important in Vaastu for keeping the energy fresh.
- The Stairs: If your house has more than one floor, Vaastu has some tips for your staircase.
- The south, west, or southwest parts of the house are often seen as good places for stairs inside. Try not to put them in the northeast.
- The way your stairs go up also matters. Stairs that go around in a clockwise direction are usually preferred in Vaastu.
Beyond the Basics: Extra Little Vaastu Tips for Good Vibes (While Building)
After you’ve covered the main Vaastu basics, here are some extra ideas to consider during construction. These are like little bonuses for good vibes!
- Little Shelves for Your Favourite Things: You know those little spaces you can build into a wall? Vaastu says putting your special statues or decorations in the right spot on these shelves can make the energy in that area even better. It’s like giving your happy things a happy place.
- Where the Ceiling Supports Are: Those big beams that hold up your ceiling? Vaastu suggests keeping them away from directly above your bed or main seating, as it can feel a littleheavy. So, if you can plan around this while building, great!
- Little Water Features Inside: Thinking of having a small fountain or something with water inside your house? Vaastu says the north or northeast side is often a good place for these to bring in happy and lucky energy. Imagine a little trickling sound and good vibes flowing!
- Even Where You Put Your Plugs and Wires! This might sound a bit strange, but even where you put your electrical plugs and wires can matter a tiny bit in Vaastu. It’s not a super big deal, but some people who really follow Vaastu closely might have ideas about this to keep the energy balanced.
Common Vaastu Mistakes to Try and Avoid
Thinking about Vaastu for your new home is great, but a few common mistakes are easy to make. Here’s what to watch out for:
- Misaligned doors and windows: Sometimes, during construction, doors and windows might not face the ideal way for sunlight and good energy. It’s a good idea to check this.
- Kitchen in the northeast corner: That northeast spot is seen as really special in Vaastu, almost like a sacred space. So, putting the kitchen there, where you have the “fire” element, isn’t usually the best idea.
- Bathroom right in the middle of the house: Think of the very centre of your house as its heart. Vaastu suggests that a bathroom there isn’t ideal for the overall good vibes of your home.
- Main bedroom in the wrong place: If your main bedroom ends up in the southeast corner instead of the southwest, it might not feel as peaceful and stable as it could.
- Too much stuff lying around: Even if your house faces the perfect way, if it’s packed with clutter, that good energy will have a hard time moving around and doing its thing.
Conclusion: Making Your Home a Happy Place
So, you see, thinking about Vaastu as you build is all about creating a happy and peaceful home that feels good, not just looks good, for you and your family.
Just a quick recap: remember to consider which way your rooms face, leave enough open space, think about room shapes, and even the materials you pick can matter. We also touched on making each room feel right, from the entrance to the bedrooms and bathrooms.
Remember, these tips are helpful, but every home is different. For the best advice for your family and your new place here in Gurugram, chatting with a Vaastu expert is always a great idea. They can give you guidance just for your plans.
So, by considering Vaastu during building, you’re not just doing home constructing. In reality, you’re building a joyful, healthy home that exudes positive energy for years to come. Best wishes for your wonderful new residence!