Vaastu Principles
While constructing a house, the principles of Vaastu are based on a set pattern. This, in turn, is based on the convenience of those living and certain basic rules of direction. It is believed that a slight deviation from the pattern might havean adverse effect on our lives.
Three principles of design have been put forth which cover theentire field of design, whether it is a building, a craft itemor an article of daily use.
Bhogadyam: The designed product must be useful and lend itself to easy application.
Sukha Darsham: The designed product must be aesthetically pleasing. This principle covers the exterior of a building aswell as the interior.
Ramya: The designed product must be capable of evoking a feeling of well-being and contentment.
In Vaastu there are multiple ways in which the designerand occupant can create a space for experience. If the space has a specific activity, then gathering all energies in a single centre proves to be very powerful.
Though the science of Vaastu follows generic rules, certain specific principles are followed:
- Vaastu practitioners believe that rooms in the eastern and northern part of the house must have a smaller carpet area than those located in the western and southern parts. This principle is followed due to the belief that the eastern parts of the house are sensitive to heavy loads. There must be an equal distribution of heavy and light rooms in the house for a free flow of positive energy.
- The North-eastern part of the house is very sensitive, and care must be taken to see that no heavy object is placed in that part of the house. Heavy objects like tables and refrigerators must be arranged in the southern or western direction. These principles are followed to maintain a sense of balance, and are universally applicable.
