‘An indispensible book for Designers, Architects, Drafismen, Builders and Construction Agencies ABOUT THE BOOK “amon MA eee aa ae [NASTUGYAN life, financial-losses, troubles and:sorrows, and then only yy realise the defaults in-construction of the house. crefore the author who is a scholar and expert in stu-Shastra, has waitten this book, which gives thorough wledge about the selection of site, procedure of laying indation stone, height of the building, positions of gates 4 rooms (bed room, study room, kitchen, bath room, pooja om ete.) ey It also gives the salient features of Vastu-Shastra resary for Industries, Group housing and Multstorey 's, Commercial complexes ete, which are useful for ‘onisers and construction agencies and builders. Construction work of the house must be started at some | © ‘piciows moment (Muhurt) depending upon the horoscope { 4 Rashi (Stars) of the owner as per astrology. The book |. ‘eribes the auspicious days and dates when to start the struction work or to enter the newly built house alongwith ‘complete procedure 10 be followed as given in ancient iptures. warm vnc Po com og inaBhartiya Vastu GyanBhartiya Vastu Gyan (ery saul book containing the principles of Vastu Shastra Tr scketon of end Smtr of wig, Plly Uetrated with house plan ax pr Vast Shastra) DEDICATED To those who want to Construct their buildings according to by Pr, Jaglish Prasad Sharma Vastu Shastra M.A Sin ore Pach) Lestrer ‘Mahara Sanskrit College, nipur VIDYA BHAWAN S.M. 8. Highway, JAIPUR-302 003Publ by N-K Arun VIDYA BHAWAN ‘Publishes & Bokselers SSMS Highway, Jaipur 302009 ‘Telephone: (0) 313972, S11807 (© VIDYA BHAWAN, JAIPUR First Edition : 1996 Price : Rs. 120/— Laser Typesetting by: Primtograph,aipor Printed by Jahangeer fst Pres, Det PUBLISHER'S NOTE” “House isthe basic need of Man. Every man wan's to get a house built for himself and his family which should. be equipped with all‘ the amenities for ‘comfortable living, But many people fallin troubles and fel sory after having a house constructed against the’ rules and principles of Vastu due to ignorance. Now everyone is desirous of owning a house which is built stricly in accordance to the principles of Vastu, so that he may lead a happy and prosperous life along ‘with his family, and there may not be any trouble or harm. ‘The aim behind publishing this book, “Bharatiya Vastugyan’, is that everybody who wants to build or ‘own a house could have the knowledge of atleast the essential facts of Vastu $0 that he may not commit any terorin the construction. A wealthy person can afford to consult an able and great architect and can have his house constructed as per directions in Vastu Shasta But a common man having poor financial condition ‘an not afford to pay the high fees to architects and thus feels helpless in this matte. Keeping this fact in view the experienoed and Jeared author has tied through this book to impart the essential knowledge of Vastu-Shastra as to how a {god plot of land be selected, in which direction what fo construct and what should be the orientation of various rooms, et. so that it may be auspicious.ny ‘The book also contains full information based on. astrology about the auspicious times (muhurat) when, to lay the foundation stone (Shilanyas); when to first ‘enter into the newly built house (Grika Pravest), ete. and also the methods of Vastu Shanti. ‘The efforts of the author and the publishers will be fruitful ifthe readers could receive some guidance from this book in the construction oftheir houses. All sorts of suggestions forthe improvement ofthis book are most welcome. Publishers Land and House Yoga Characteristics of the Ground Slope oftheLand 2 5 2 ss ‘Shapes of the plot Extension of plots Location of the plot 1. Vedh shool (Spearing Roads/Paths) Testingthesl oe 2. Determination of Directions. ‘Muhurat of building . Laying of Foundation (Shilanyas) 5 Construction of building. =. + 5. Basement (Cellars)... ‘Rooms and their position in the house Height ofthe building, Location of Doors Court Yard and Hoot. ss + =«oy 21 Treesand plants... 2... 22. Use of Wood in the House . 2B, Well & BoreWell 2 2 2. 2%4, Staitsand windows . 2... 25, Graha Pravesh 26, Consecration of temples and places of worship... 7. Industries, Factories and Mills 2. Shops and Business premises . Colonies and suburban townships |. Hotel and Restaurants Cinema Hall and studios {Important Directive Prine of Vastu-Shastra FBREZRRS ‘Commercial Complex and Appartments. us 8 ng m4 18 131 134 M0 3 153, 156 161 wm Name Date of Birth Eduction (M.A. Gana Achar, Sahitya Yajorved and Puranas. Experience Vastu Consultan, Astrologer & Wier, Proesion Lecture, Yajurved Mahara's Sansiait College, Udaiper. Address + Diya Katie, BAI, Angra Nagar, Khatipura Road, Joana, Jaipurso2 0 Phone No. 40858 wPREFACE oe jemi ees oe eerie a ee oe reptiles, birds and animals and human beings select ac ee ese naeel melee sce boa ory betes Residence is associated with every living being since bith as such enjoying the resuls of his present Performances he carries on the cycle of life in this world; leading. Ife free from natural adversities (Glan) Re es 1 full hs this world aswell as the other world Gaver), ‘of materialising the of social ie a sng the plans ‘and economic Man is the superiormost animal. He provides shelter and residence to other domestic bs and animals also alongwith his own residence. AS a benevolent deed with the desire of gaining happiness in his next birth, he constructs buildings for public utility, pond, well, temple, ee. Thus, construction of buildings is the basic necesity forall living beings. Man atains a socal status by making his residence beautiful and equipped with all amenities, and is always attemplive for the socio-economic and ‘educational development, betterment of health and longevity of himself and his family. as) It is the ‘house’ which provides pleasure and comforts to the wife, children, relatives and friends; ‘which protects from the adverse climatic conditions in different seasons; and also it is the base ofall ponds, wells, temples, ete, which fetch rewards of holy and benevolent deeds to the man. Land and buildings are the permanent immovable properties of a man; ‘therefore, the more land or magnificient buildings are owned by a man, the more reputed and respectable © status he has inthe society. - “The creator of this universe Lord Brahma gave the knowledge of construction of buildings (houses), the root ofa happiness, toa strange being, lnown as the Vastu-Purush. In Sanckait, the word Vastu (is derived from theroot Vas (9 which means “to reside”. Methods of selecion -f site and construction of buildings “and huts for residence, cattle shed, sweaponary (armoury), alters for sacrifice Cagya-sthal) tte have been described in Vela, the fundamental scriptures of Indian culture. The live descriptions of royal. palaces, temples and magnifident grand buildings inthe sanskrit epics, Ramayana and Mahabharat et, indicate that the knowledge and art of Vastu was extremely developed inthis country. ‘The tradition of constructing temples, royal palaces, well, public utility buildings, and private Fuses based on the principles of Vastu Shastra, had been prevailing in India since long, But, now a days, ‘eeause ofthe population explosion and influence of the foreign cultures due care isnot taken regarding the five basic mateials—the earth, water, air, fire and pace —while selecting a site and constructing house.ae People are not aware-of the general principles of ‘Vastu Shastra; selection of land and:construction of ‘houses are not in accordance with the basic principles. ‘Therefore the mankind is facing troubles, diseases, sorrows, physical and spiritual degradation and is ‘entangled in mental worries and dis-satsfaction. ‘The root cause behind this dissatisfaction has been traced out by the philosophers. It has been accepted that the impracticable and against the rule ‘constructions of buildings done under the influence of foreign culture, arbitrarily against the principles given in Vastu-Shastra, is the main cause behind this degradation and turmoil. Efforts have begun to ‘improve the situation. Seminars and conferences are ‘being organised on the topicsrelated to Vastuin various [parts of the country. Eminent scholars are writing books in different languages bringing to light the principles ‘and methods of building construction as given in ancient Vastu Shastra, Several books on this subject have been published during the last decade. Most of them have compiled the book keeping monetary gain in mind and ignoring the simple principles processes of construction. Or the important dense and minute topics of Vastu-Shastra giving directive principles for common people have rot been given clearly, making it problematic fr them. to construct houses as per rules. There are either the directive formulae related to magnificent buildings to bbe constructed on big plots of land owned by wealthy ‘persons, or for the organisation of a business concern. ‘Wealthy persons can easily manage to have grand ‘buildings constructed on their land in conformity with «sy the principles of Vastu-Shastra. They can engage and consult the engineers, architects, designers and planners using the power of their money, and enjoy the bliss of construction as per latest techniques and. design. They can get it changed or modified or even, reconstructed iit snot in accordance with the directives cof Vastu Shastra. ‘A-common middle class man can, some how or the other, aford to own a small plot and construct a ‘house on it, desirous of happy, healthy and economically prosperous life of his family. To make such people conversant with the basic principles of ‘Vastu'Shastra regarding selection of site, and ‘onstruction and orientation of various rooms in the house this book “Bharatiya Vastugyan” has been published. It is the result of inspiration received time and ‘again from my friends and well-wishers, that I have ‘been able to bring out the essential features of ancient Indian Vastu Shastra before the common people for their benefit. am specially grateful to Shri Narendra Kumar ‘Arun Proprioter Vidya Bhawan Jaipur, who has bore allthe financial burden and responsibility of publishing, the book, so thatthe knowledge of Vastu Shastra could reach upto the common people through this book. In this book emphasis has been laid on the directives regarding selection of land site, testing the soil,shapes and types of plots, methods of construction, ‘orientation of various rooms depending on the use of five basic physical materials, deciding the place for«6 well, bore-well, trees, temple ete. keeping their auspiciousness in mind. Vastu Shastra is closely related to Astrology. ‘Therefore, ‘yoga’ of building or land in luckofa person, suspicious times and methods of the proceses right from selection of site upto the first entrance in the newly built house such as Bhaoml Pooja, Silanye, Vist Sant, rake Prt te. ave been given, as given in scriptures regarding establishing and worshipping Dina Potala ete havebeen discussed net tat even aly man cn male we ofthese while purchasing land and constructing a house and thas make the Ife of his own and of Ne family happy in the house constructed as per Vastu principles. 1e is my iimble submission that essentials of Indian Vastu Shastra have been presented in brief in the spa osled pope pace Top te ‘at proper places. I hope the worthy readers and lured schlas wil exes any mistakes and omissions that might have cept in due to my ignorance and reckless venture, and 1 ‘that such drawbacks may please be pointed out and valuable suggestions may please be sent 2o that these ‘may be incorporated in future editions ofthe book. st, i Eis Ang Nop, . ‘Khatipura Road, Jhotwara AUR: 30% Teepe: 058 INTRODUCTION. very creature in this worl tres to arrange for 3 place in which to live comforabiy, enjoying all the Fosuries and happiness of this world getting maximum benefits of heavenly boons. " Every one’ is aspirant of having sound heath, beautfl wife heathy children, wealth means of earning through business, profession or sate sevice, high reputation in society and over all mental and spiritual peace Theseasnimals andamphibiansprepareadweling Place onthe sea sore, the aves bud ess i the tees, the insects make ahve and hursan beings are ambious of making « house on the earth where al the ibis tovards this world and towards heaven can be filled without any disturbance and rouble. ‘Therefore, aware ofthe need ofa house andin order ‘to.avoid troubles, man wants to construct a house on such ‘aground where he can feel all sorts of happiness and can lead a peaceful life free of troubles and enemies, thereby deriving spiritual peace. With this aim in his mind he sets out in search ofthe learned wise persons who can guide him in selection of site (plot) of his choice, and also in construction of the house. He wants to know the proper auspicious time, and principles (laws) of construction ofthe house. ‘Also he has in mind the colony or city, neighbour- hood, sources of water, natural environment, means of transport, et, while selecting a plot for building a house,8 Bhartiya Vastugyan atthe same time he thinks of his own interests and profs. ‘The external features of the plot can be known with the help of persons living around or nearby the fla. But the ‘quality and nature of the land can be judged only by an astrologer and an expert who has knowledge of Vastu ‘Shastra. Therefore the selection ofa site and the plan of the building is materialised only after consultation and seeking advice of expert astrologer and Vastu Specialist. ‘There are sayings like ‘8 St on Rat = floor: er aah a for" ‘Nadi Shotriyo Raja Devagyo NarChikitasak Tatra Vaso Na Karten. ‘A place where there is no river (Source of water ~ pond or well etc), scholar astrologer, ruler and tnedical per shuld ot be selected or ving hereon itshould 7 reject ge wn vs ft orate weg ad ger eet Dasha Bharya Shath Mira Bhrayaschonar Dayal: Stsarpe Ch Grey Vato Mirize: Na Sencha If there is a house in which ve an unfaithful wife, a foolish tend a outSpoken servant anda stake, the ‘owner of such a house may die any moment. : If such things are associated with the house constructed by some one, the life of the inmates becomes troublesome and unhappy, and there i lays 3 feat of ‘Therefore one is curious to know as to what is Vastu ‘Shastra, and what principles and methods regarding construction of buildings have been given by the ancient Bhartiya Vastuguan 9 saints and seers on the basis of their experience and ‘commands inthe divine scriptures. With the help of Vastu ‘Shastra and shilpshastra knowledge about the better and auspicious way of constructing a house, the positions and direction of gates, doors and rooms etc. init is gained so that a house may be built which will provide all round prosperity and happiness to the inmates. Thus Vastu Shastra provides some principles and rules on the guidelines of which suitable and comfortable buildings for residence, temples, etc. are built and towns, colonies are planned. oe Importance of Vastu Shastra [A proper house to live in isthe prime necessity for ‘every living being. Habitat is related to the very birth of. the creature, whether itis a marine animal or aves (bids) cr a land animal. Everybody, rch or poor men and even the gods if descend on the eath, require a house to live in. So Vishwakarma bad first of all given the methods of construction and decoration of buildings. I is known as Vast Shasra ot the architecture, References to these methods andart are foundin the soureesofancient Indian culture such as the Veds, Purans, Ramayan, Mahabbarat land other Sanskrit epics. In astology also, the ancient scholars have given the auspicious times (muhurt) for procuring plot of land or stating the construction work Df e house or first entry inthe newly built house ete. The intention of these methods of construction propounded by the ancient sant, seers and scholars, and transmitted through the generations, has been that human beings in this world may build a house which will bring health, happiness and all round prosperity for the inmates; A.ive a hich ep achevig he esti the (Chativag) Dhar, Arh Kaan and Mol se taining diy Apc, ata ball fete being ich proce them fom hay cl arse tnd adverse conto of sare & knows dy SanesinGireat ens eg shia es Bo ith ma spa anon alte nal sand areasreta tsi troy msdn a Sa oe Simborras rohit ieee ngeanpe an sly conan ems temples, wel, ponds efor ta benefit af one and ll At ‘ard weg rere aaa that the bride puts seven conditions (Saptpadi) before the Boom oon ee pee we octet ee rate wien ofc one ere ne SHAE te pone Ss a ac to keep his promise. 2 oa " ‘A house can be builtin four different ways (i) in the form of a hut made of gr sea! it made of grass, straw and (i) a house with walls of mud, with thatched roof, (Gi) house built of wood only. (jv) House built of stones, bricks, cement, morta iron ete smo A peranent constuction s considered o be the best hating so many mers and bens Reso Bhartiya Vaswgyan 2 ‘old, damaged or ruined buildings (temple, palace, well pond etc, i also considered to be beneficial, eight times ‘more than that of new construction. All the holy customs and rites have tobe performed ‘none’s own house, then only the owner is bestowed with the auspicious and benevolent results of his deeds. If ‘performed in a hsue owned by others, without paying its rent, it will be of no use and will not be fruitful. The marriage of daughter should be performed at own residence. At the time of marriage it is considered uspicious to put up Toran on the main gate and receiving the groom through it. All the social customs and ‘community feasts are beneficial if organised at own fesidence, Though in modem times, due to lack of sufficient open space, it has become difficult to follow these traditions. Due to all these reasons, construction of house oF ‘other buildings is considered to be the sacred and noble ‘duty ofa man inthis world and it has much significance. It is the basic and prime necessity for a man to construct pleasant and comfortable house for his family ccording to his capacity and status, and thereby gain honour and prestige in society. ‘That is why Vishwakarma and others had first ofall issued dlectives regarding construction of buildings. Asirology, also plays an important role in buildings. ‘Therefore expert and able astrologer must be consulted while purchasing land and planning the construction of ‘building. Advice and instructions of these experts must be followed strictly so thatthe construction work goes on smoothly and the house may be auspicious where thea Bhartiya Vastugyan inmates get not only the world pleasures but may experience heavenly bliss and divinity also. ° oe The Vastu Purush A story in Ma Puran tells us at vas an Al es ts he cere reper at ooo North | AN : w® West Bast South Bhartiya Vastugyan 2 profusely. A drop of his sweat fell on the ground which fumed into a human figure possessing huge body. He was cenuel and horrifying by appearance. He was hungry and ‘devoured everybody, even the body of Andhakasur that fell dead in the end ofthe war. Even then his hunger was ‘ot satisfied and he prayed to Lord Shiva tallow him to cat up any thing inthe three worlds (Trilok). The Lord granted his request. All the deities and demons were ‘astonished and horrified at this. They collectively caught hold of him and threw him on the ground with his face downwards, head in the north east and feet in south-west direction. “merge For drat fer a” (eakarma Prokash 43) (Awanguikho Nipaita Eeshanyam Dishi Samsthitah) 45 deities (celestial bodies) are holding the body in ‘this captive state. 32 from without and 13 from within the body area. He then asked the deities as to how long he ‘has toremainlike that and how he has to satisfy hishunger and other needs. Deities took a pity on him and asked him to remain there for ever. He was given the name “Vastu Purash’ by Brahma. He was allowed to receive offers from those who worship him at the time of ‘onstruction of buildings on the land and atthe time of first entry into the house and any other such occasions ‘when using the ground, He wasalso empowered to harrass and even devour, those who construct buildings without ‘worshipping and satisfying him or against his will torturing his body. It was made compulsory forall who ‘want to make use of @ land, to worship the Vast Purush {rst and satisfy him before proceeding further.a Bhartiya Vastugyan i a i ue é if i i if i Bhartiya Vastugyan 25 ‘Vastu Shastra gives the directive principles regarding ‘constriction of buildings so as not to displease the Vastu Purush and always gaining his favour. “The body of Vastu Purushs supposed to be extended in square (known as Vastu Purush Mandal) that can be sub-divided into 81 (9 x 9) or 64 (8 X 8) oF any such umber of small squares. The number and relative positions of the deities holding the body of Vastu Purysh ‘remains the same, whatever be the number ofsmall square divisions in the Mandal, only the extent of area under ‘their control changes. The names and relative positions of these 45 deities are given in the chart known as the Vastu-Chakra. eee LAND AND HOUSE YOGA i if ft HF [EL RF f aay I i WWE H OU aE t ‘Those who desire to own land or construct a house forthemselves, should consult learned worthy astrologer to find out if such a yoga exist in their luck according to the horoscope or not. The horoscope is prepared ‘according othe principles of astrology on the basis of the planetary positon at the moment and place of birth of the individual. The horoscope is also a key to know the deeds done in the previous birth. One has to abide by ‘good or bad results of the deeds done inthe past births, at the same time it gives an indication of the results of ‘deeds done in this life. By knowing what is there in his Tuck, and by modifying the ways of performance and choosing appropriate favozrable time accordingly, aman6 Bhartiya Vastugyan ‘can make his life better, getting all advantages as per his wishes. ‘Therefore it is necessary that before purchasing a land of constructing a house, one should consult the astrologer and know about the yoga on the basis of his birth chart (horoscope) and if its not available, then on the basis of transit position of the planets (stars) o Prashna lagna. By doing so no difficulty or problem will arise later on. Iftandis purchased or building is constructed without there being a yoga for it, it will not give monetary gains, social status or other benefits, instead, there may be possibilities of several kinds of difficulties and problems arising therefrom. Ancient scholars (Achanas) have ‘mentioned such auspicious times and yogas in astrological texts on the basis of which proper favourable time for purchase oF sale of a land, construction of a house or {aking possession of a house can be known. Such informations are being given bere fo the beet of the “Auspicious ttis (dates) for purchase or sale of land are S/6/10/1Y/15 of both the halves (paksha) ofthe lunar ‘month and the first day of the Krishna paksha (dark fortnight); Thursday and Friday are good days with the constellations Mrigshira, Punaravasu, Ashlesha, Magha, Vishakha, Anuradha, Poorvashadh, Poorvabhadrapad, Poorva Falguni, Mool and Revati, when itis auspicious ‘moon, Therefore such auspicious time can be chosen for purchase or sale of land, Usually it has been noticed that people think over allthis and about their good or bad when deals have already been done without consideration of the above Bhartiya Vastugyan 7 facts. They repent and show their anguish on the loss {incurred to them, They show their readiness rose iteven ata price less than the cost, what to talk of using it for their own residence | and even then they find no buyer. ‘They consider their past postion to be better, and after suffering financial and other losses, they try to resume their past position before the deal “The following combinations Gogg) of planets inthe soroscope othe nial orth lndaequredorbouse tuned or constructed during th trast period ofthe Bnet a Gocer Rash oon Mada nd Prapantar dasha oly ge the Benes and peas rasp the hose or the land Te enement of the fleas of omn hous sani consiered on he bass tthe th Rowse (potion) i the horoscope. (G) In the horoscope of the person the Moon ~ Mercury - Jupiter - Venus are aspecting the fourth cell (ith house) the individual enjoys the benefits and pleasures of gardens and orchards. (2) Ifthe 4th cell is oceupied by or is being aspected by Jupiter, it is @ favourable combination (yoga) for construction of a temple. (@) If in the 4th cel of the Karakansh Kundali there isyoga (combination) of Moon and Venus or of Rahu and ‘Shani (Saturn), of there is some exalted planet, the person will own and enjoy a grand house. (4) In the four types of houses mentioned earlier, those made of leaves-grass-straws, wood, bricks and Sones, cement and iron are considered £0 be good of fuspieious in successively increasing order; Eatilement ff the same can be known from the fourth cell in the Karakansh Kundali28 Bhartiya Vastugyan (5) If thereissun in the 4th cell of the Karakansh ‘Kundali,itis yoga for constructing and enjoying a house made of leaves ~ grass ~ straws. (6) Jupiter in the 4th cell of Karakansh Kundali gives 8 house built of wood, as are built in Utarathand areas. ()llthereis Mercury, the personenjoys he pleasure of a simple clean house. (8) If 4th cell is connected with Mercury or is being aspected by Mercury, the person will have the ‘opportunity of constructing and enjoying the pleasures of a magnifiient luxurious house, (9) Ifsaturn is connected or is aspecting the 4th cell the person will ave a house Built of cement and iron, (10) I Lagnesh (Lord of Lagna) isin the fourth cell and chaturthesh (ord ofthe 4th cel) is situated in lagna, the person will own a house, (11) If chaturthesh (Lord of 4th cell) s exalted and is sitwated in the 1/47/10 cell connected with superior planets, or being aspected by them, or if the ‘Navanshadhipati (lord of the ninth faction) of the Rashi in which lies the chaturthesh (lord ofthe fourth cell) is situated in 1/4710 cell (positions) the individual will enjoy the benefits and pleasures of own house, (12) Ifthe lord ofthe dhan (wealth) postion and the lord of Lab (Gain) position are in the fourth cell, and the charuthesh (lord of 4th cell has gone to the Labh or the tenth postion the person wl et a house alongwith (13) When Lagnesh and Chaturthesh both are in 4th cell connected with or aspected by the superior planets, the person will get a house all ofa sudden, unexpectedly. Bhartiya Vastugyan » (14) A person will ovn as many houses asthe number of planets out of the three Lagnesh, Dhanesh and ‘Chaturthesh situated in the postions 14/S779/10. (15) A new house will be built if its Mahadasha of the moon, Antardasha (sub-period) af Venus, and Venus is in a higher cell or in its own cell. Ifthe seventh cel is connected with Venus, there will be growth in the properties (house, fields ete.) and prosperity. (16) Ifthere is Mahadasha of Mars, Antar of Venus, ‘and Venus is situated in 1/4//7/9/10 postions connected ‘with Dashamesh (lord of 10th cell) or exalted, moo! or trikoni (triangular), the person will build pond, Bhantiva Vastugyun a Gav mukhakar ‘A plot having four sides, the length of front side facing the road being shorter than the rear side (from the back) is known as Gaurmukhakar plot. Residence on such plot is very auspicious, but it is not beneficial for ‘commercial purposes. eS Quadrangular A four sided plot having opposite sides equal and ‘opposite angles equal (may not be 90° each) is good for ‘happy living. <>“6 Bhartiya Vastugyan Unequal sided Quadrilateral Plot wth four unequl sides isnot godt rates sory, nani loses ad oof pce Octagonal An eight comered plot having all the eight sides ‘equal in length is ealled octagonal plot. Residence on such plot is good. It brings happiness. oe Bhartiya Vastugyan o Extension of Plots Mostly the plots available for construction of houses are in the shape of a square or rectangle. Such plots are auspicious for buildings. Some times a plo is extended atthe comers in some direction, i. the angles are increased (more than 90°). This has a good or bad effect of its own, as described below. If the north-east corner is extended towards the north direction, itis good 1 i ws ‘ . 7 = iy50 Bhartiya Vastugyan If there is extension in north and east both the directions atthe north-east corner, the plot is auspicious for constructing house on it. ren VY Z } aot i ‘An extension of the plot towards east at the south-east corner is harmful It creates troubles and fear of the rulers Ita plot has extension towards the south at the south-east comer, its also harmful and there is fear of the rulers or government administration. Bhartiya Vastugyan st — If there is extension ofa plot towards south at the south west comer, tisnot good and creates many troubles. = z= Similar extension towards west the south west cornet aso ot good. eerste Woubles and bigs fones, sm2 Bhartiya Vastugyan Extension atthe north west comer towards west is ox ie gat eee ips fea Ss Extension towards north atthe north-west comer ako not god tenses os of metal ens tment peace an iosintees nemiy andres toss torte aah ooo Bhartiya Vastugyan 3 Location of the Plot ‘After describing the shapes and extensions in the comers of a plot, we now discuss about the location of ‘plot with respect to path (roads) around it Plots which have roads on all the four sides are considered to be the best. Such plots bring all round prosperity to the owner. ALL / Plots which have paths on three sides are ‘considered to be ordinary plots, giving varying results. = i a5 Bhartiya Vastugyan ‘A plot having paths on the east, south and west ee oes oes 1s An Dl Pohvig paths onthe not west an south sides is also of ordinary category. a tis _ 1 7. Bhartiya Vastugyan 5s Pot that has paths on east, north and west west sides is of medium category, better among the plots with paths on three sides Josetl HE e}8 Plots having paths on three sides—nort, east and south are of medium category56 Bhartiya Vastugyan Plots having path on two sides—north and east are considered to be very good. It ensures good health, Wealth and peaceful life to the owner. =e Plots having paths on two sides —east and south are ‘of medium category. These are beneficial for ladies and organisations related to them. Bhartiya Vastugyan 7 Pots having paths on west and sout for business class people. - th sides are good Plots which have paths on two sides north and west are of medium category. 4 L=— if a ‘Plots having paths on two opposite sides—north and south are of medium category- Bhartiya Vastugyan ‘Similazy, plots having paths on east, and west sides are of mediuin category. 4 220 faving pat on northside oly are ery good and auspicious. Similar, plo having pat only onthe east considered to be auspicious. m= Fees i aly Bhartiya Vastupan 9 Plots having path on southside only aré of ordinary category, et Plots havingpath only onthe westside are of medium ‘category. Such plots are good for business concerns, ‘A plot which has - north-east comer rounded off isnot good and should not be used without rectification. Neh Pah i 8 \8oo Bhartiya Vastugyan ‘A plot whote south-east or any other comer is rounded offs also not a good plot and should be used only after proper rectification, aoe Vedh Shool (Spearing Roads/Paths ‘There are certain things which are considered undesirable near or around a plot. Presence of such things (eg. temple, pillar, trench near the plot) make the plot unauspicious, and the fact is known as Vedh. Junctions of two roadvpaths also sometimes cause ‘Vedh’, and some times not. If a path (road) meets another road running along ‘the boundary of a plot such that it appears as if the path will enter ito the path straightaway (like a spear or arrow), is said to be a Vedh Shool (or spearing road). Plots with Vedh Defect Presence ofa temple, pillar etc. near a plot is taken 8 a defect in that plot. Junction of two roads at right Bhartiya Vastugyan o angles nea the plot ao rendee he pot inauspicious tote eases not nal the situations. af ‘As shown in the diagram above, there isa path in the north of the plot and another path from the north meets it at right angles. It is @ Vedh (as ifthe path will pierce the plot like an arrow ora speat. Similarly there {ay be a path on the east and another path meeting it as right angles from the east. In both these cases the Ved is not considered bad and the plot isnot defective. If there are paths (roads) on two sides—north and cast, and there is Vedh both from north and east, its not {g004, and the plot is considered to be inauspicious, it should be rejected. However Vedh from north and east both at the nortveast comer i not inauspicious. sn |oa Bhartiya Vstugyan If there is road (path) on the south or west (or both) of the plot and there is Vedh from south or west, such plot is not good, and should be rejected. = a im ie = m fh ee x ad bel & 1 Bhartiya Vastugyan 63 If a plot has roads on three sides ~ north, east and west of north, south and east, and there are Vedhs from Ui these three sides, the plot is not good and should be we tL rejected. i i ‘| = Th =1T1 If there are roads (paths) on all the four sides ofthe plot, and there isa vedh on each of the paths from north, east, south and west, fuspiious and should be rejected. ith 15 L ved tT four sides due t0 the plot is notot Bhartiya Vastugyan Plot situsied at the closed end of a road is also considered not good according o the vastushastra. Nort aoe Testing the soil For testing the quality of soil (earth) on the plot where building is tobe constructed, the owner should dig a pitin the centre ofthat plot, measuring one cubit (one ‘hath ie length from the elbow tothe tip of the finger of ‘one’s hand) long, one cubit broad and one cubit deep. ‘Then fil the pit back withthe earth so taken out. Ifsome ‘earth is left out when the pit is fll, the quality of earth (oil) on the plot is good. Ifthe earth completely fills the pit and nothing is lft out, it is so-so (neither good nor bad), but ifthe earth falls short to fill the pit again then ' not of good quality and the plot should be rejected, as itis not suitable for construction of buildings “Another process is to dig a pitas explained above and fill it with water. After filling water, walk a distance ‘of 100 steps and come back to observe the pit. If the pit is full of water the plot is good, if more than one-fourth Bhartiya Vastugyan 65 ‘of water is there its medium and if less than this is left, itis not of good quality er a so wr vet eied gs rs gh eer Tatkriva Jal pumamashat padam gatva parikshyam punah; Padonehardh Viheen Kehnibhrite madhyadh ‘meshtambubhih ‘The inference can also be derived as follows : On filing water in the pit if it is not soaked quickly and remains ful, the plot is good; If itis soaked quickly, the plot is not good; Ifthe water remains calm while filling it indicates stability, if it rotates clockwise it indicates Inappiness, and if it rotates anticlockwise itis a sign.of death (inauspicious). Soil (earth) can also be tested by sowing seeds, If seeds are germinated easily and properly, the earth is ‘good, otherwise it is not suitable for constructing building. It is also said that after filing water in the evening, ifitdoes not dry up by the next morning, the plat is good. If no water is left itis medium, but if the earth is cracked (or cleaved its inauspicious. On excavation, if rocks (stones) are found it is indication of growth of wealth; if bricks are found gain of wealth and prosperity is indicated; If money is found, if is a sign of happiness; if copper or some other superior metal objects are found its indication of gains in many ways; on the other hand ifa skull, pieces of bones, coal, hair ete. are found, it fetches troubles and sorrow.6 Bhartiya Vastugyan ant-hils, termites snake-oles are foundin the earth, the plots not suitable for residence. Hey (ried grasvstraw), eg pieces of cloth, etc. unearthed indicate the death ofthe ‘owner. Ifacowrie, piece of burnt wood, cottonete.are found, itindicate woubles, clashes and diseases. So the owner must consider all these factors before starting construction work on the plot. ‘The earth must be cleaned and purified by brooming (Sweeping), sprinkling water (Ganga's water) and cow's urine, Panckgeoya (cows’ dung, urine, milk, curd and hee) and by Keeping cows on the plot for a day or two. gone feet wet a at ae wa Purushadh sthitam shalyam na grine doshadam Bhavet ‘The plot should be dug upto a depth of about six feet (man’s height and all the earth dug outbe thrown away nd the plot be filled with fresh and pure earth from else ‘where. By doing so all the defects due to shal are removed and there remains no defect inthe earth. eee Determination of Directions It is very essential to determine the directions correctly, In absence of the correct demarcation of ‘directions postions of various rooms, and doors.ee. will be faulty which will change the whole situation of the house. It may turn into situation against the principles of ‘Vastu shasta rendering the house inauspicious. Necessity (of correct marking of directions is also expressed in our scriptures Bhartiya Vastugyan o re eh ae a pe Pe fegyy gerree ereTeT eh ete) Prasade Sadane alinde aware kunde visheshiah; Dik moodhe kulnashah syatasmatsa shodhay ceddishah. yet nibandh) ies It is necessary to determine the directions correctly while constructinga temple, palace, house gates, porch, pond ete. in proper direction. ‘Therefore as per instructions of Vastushastra, a building construction shouldbe started only after marking ofthe directions, east-west ee. In ancient scriptures, methods for determining the directions with the help of the shadow formed when ‘one is placed in sun on the open plot, or by observing the pole-star or other constellations in the night. Now a days, directions can easly be marked by the architects with the help of a compass. Direction and position of a room or gate ete. can be correctly decided ‘nly when the construt'=n work is started after marking the directions properly. It can be noted that several ‘magnificient buildings built without proper co ‘of ditections are being rectified under the expert guidance ‘Of learned architects and scholars of Vastushastra ‘Therefore itis better to start the work after determining the drectionssothat the buldingis constructed according, to the principles of Vastushastra accurately [Ifthe gates, ‘verandahs (baleonies) and also the rooms are constructed In proper place and in proper direction, there remains 20 defect in the building, and inmates are blessed with all the happiness and good fortuneJust it is necessary to think over the merits and demerits ofthe plot of land as mentionedin Vastu Shasta, ‘one has to be much more eautions in the construction of the building, A building constructed according tothe basic principles given in vastushastra keeps the inmates happy land prosperous, In modern sense, to make the five basic ‘materials, vz; earth, wate, fre, air and space, favourable to the house is the very essence of Vastu shasta ‘Therefore while constructing a house, rules or principles ‘given in vastu shasta regarding direction, shape, level, height etc. must be followed so as to make full use of, these basic elements. For example, south-east corner is the seat of the god of fire, Agnidev. So kitchen and any room for works related to fire/heat should be made in thiscorner, then only the house wil be suitable as per the Vast principles and there will be no troubles. ‘Constructions against the laws of nature at one's own will Bhartiya Vastugyan “ ‘may cause pollution, which gives rise to many other problems of health, fear ete. that will esult in loss of, ‘weath, property and life als. Directions have very much significance in the construction ofa building. The four directions have their ‘own importance, where a the comers formed by the ‘concurrence of two directions are much more important because effects of both the directions can be felt at the ‘comers. The gods governing these directions are noted below: — Direction Name of the god Effect East Indra Progress & growth South-east Agni Energy, vigour, strength South Yama Death Southwest -Nairut (Demon) Purity & Cleanliess West Varun ‘Water North-West Vayu ‘Aic/Winds North Kuber Wealth & Prosperity, North-east Eeshwar Religion, Divinity Vertically above Brahma _—_Spritual Knowledge Below Anant Resources, worldly pleasures. ‘These gods govern the directions and control the various areas as given above. For successful ‘implementation of any plan, the concemed god ‘is ‘worshipped. Room or space in a particular direction should be used fora purpose suitable tothe nature of the ‘god and the material he controls in that ares. That is how {o avoid defects of Vaszz The god controlling the area in the house is worshipped and offers made to please him, requesting fr his blessings and peaceful hapy ie, o” Bhartiya Vestugyan Muhurat of Bui ding ‘After the land has been selected the owner should consult learned astrologer to find out an auspicious time (muhurat) to start the construction of the house ‘which would bring him hea!h, wealth, prosperity and {ood fortune. Generally construction of house, temple, palaces (Raj Bhawan), City ete. should not be started or First entry (grab-pravesh) should not be accomplished during the period Ashadh Shukla 11 to Kartik Shukla 1, when gods aze asleep (Dev Shayan). Muburat (auspicious times) for construction of house or starting the work have been given in the Panchangs. Astrologers hhave expressed their own different views about starting the construction work. According to Vasturaj Vallabh, the months of Chaitra and Paush (Mal mas), Jupiter in Teo constellation (singhasth), Vyatipat, Vaidhrit, Dagdhaithi, Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus) when set, ‘weak moon, Rikta thi (49/14) are not auspicious for Starting house construction work or any other good and ‘auspicious work, Some scholars are of the opinion that if Jupiter or Venus are set (Tara) it doesn't matter. Given below are the sun Sankranties during whieh if construction work is started it gives varied results: 1. Sun in the Aries (Mesh) Rashi 14 April to 13 May-very good 2. Sun in the Taraus (Vrish) Rashi 14 May to 13 une-inerease in wealth 3, Sum is in Gemini (Mithun) Rashi 14 June t0 13 July-Death 4. Sun is in cancer (Kark) Rashi 14 July to 13 ‘August-very good Bhartiya Vastugyan n 5. Sun is in Leo (singh) Rashi 14 August to 13 September-increase in number of servants. 6, Sun is in Virgo (Kanya) Rashi 14 September to 13 October-Diseases 7. Sun is in Libra (Tula) Rashi 18 October to 13 "November-Happiness/comforts '8, Sun is in Scorpio (Vrishchic) Rashi 14 November to 13 December-Increase in wealth. 9. Sun is in Saggitarius (Dhanu) Rashi 14 Dee. t6 13 January-loss. 10, Sun is in Capricorn (Makar) Rashi 14 Jan. 10 13 February-gain of wealth. 11. Sum is in Aquarius (Kumbh) Rashi 16 Feb. to 13 March-gain of Jewels 12, Sun is in Pisces (Meen) Rashi 14 March to 13 ‘April-Fear ‘Therefore the 3rd, 6th, th and 12th, ie., Mithun (Gemimi, Virgo (Kanya), Saggitarius (Dhanu) and Pisces (Meen) Rashies are not suitable and auspicious for starting house construction, and the work should not be started during the period sun isin these Rashs. ‘Among the months, Bashakh, Shravan, Margshirsh ‘Magh and algun are good for the work. Bhadrapad and Kartik are also normally permissible. Construction work should be started on the dates (ithis) 2, 3, 5, 6,7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15 and the Ist of Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight). Prohibitted dates—startng the construction work fon the dates 1, 4, 8, 9, 14 and 30 (Amavas) bringsn Bhartiya Vastugyan poverty, loss of wealth, loss of money, death of wife, fear from the rulers. Therefore work should not be started ‘on these dates. Constellations—The Nakshatras Rohini, Mrigshira, Chitra, Hast, Swati, Anuradha, Uttarashadh, Uttar Bhadrapad, Uttar Falguni, Dhanishtha, Shatbhisha, Revati are good for starting the house construction work. Lagna—Aries, Gemini, Leo, Virgo, Scorpi Aquarius, and Pisces Lagna, when itis not Panchban and itis not the period of Bhoomi shayan, and there is some beneficial planet in the centre and triangle ‘and the eighth house is benefic when there are cruel planets in 3rd, 6th and 11th houses; such periods are good for auspicious starting of the construction work Bhoomi Shayan—On the days of constellations S/19/12/19726 from the constellation in which sun is situated the earth i ‘sleeping’ (Bhoomi Shayan) and on these days also during the 4/8/5/3/6/7 Gatti is so; in remaining Ghats itis not Bhoomi Shayan. Bhoomi Shayan defect (Dosh) is there on the SIT/M/L1/15/20722/23/28 th day from the solar Sankranti according to some astrologers, and others take it only ‘on 7/9/15/21 and 24th day. Days—Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday are good days to start construction work. On Sunday or Tuesday starting the work should be avoided, For starting the house construction work, Vrishvatsa caleulation should be done. If the constellation of the day counted from that of the sun comes upto 7, itis inauspicious, next 11 it is good and Bhartiya Vastugyan B next 10 are again inauspicious. Abhijet should also be {included in counting. 2 2 n 10 | constellations Traps | Auspicous | ivaaptins | Result of the (anlvely) | (Lay) | (Untecky) | count constellation of the sun 16 that of the Moon. Vishisht Yoga (Special combinations) have also been described for the start of house construction. The combination of seven Sakar (starting with 'S' Viz. Saturday, Swati nakshatra, Singh (Leo) Lagna, Shukla Paksha (Moonlit fortnight), Seventh tithi, Shublt yoga and Shravan month, is very good for starting the work ‘of a house, I will fetch to the owner growth ofall wealth and fortune alongwith the gain of conveyance, wealth ‘and prosperity, sons and grandsons et. ae ea fe ed et were et sae ar sears wer we ee ‘Shani swati singh lagan shukla pakshascha saptami Shubh yoga sharawanshcha sakarasapt Kita. House construction is not allowed in singh (Leo) ‘Lagna, it should not be started in this Lagna alone, but if the above combination is there with Singh Lagna starting of the work is auspicious. House construction started in Shukla Paksha brings happiness, while that in Krishna Paksha it brings 1ss.” Bhartiya Vastugyan “Therefore itis better to start the construction work after Well consideration of the Shukla or Krishna Paksha ‘Auspicious good time should be selected for starting the work of a house. A learned astrologer should ‘be consulted because by doing so the construction work ‘wil go on smoothly, there will be no hinderances or problems, work will be completed soon successfully. Often it has been observed that if the work is started ‘without caring for the auspicious moment, the work has to be stopped in between due to financial dificulties or ‘other problems and is left incomplete, Not only financial tos, it brings loss of mental peace also. Therefore house construction work must be started after full Consideration specially if the above mentioned facts are fared for, the work will be auspicious, successful and fruitful aoe Laying of Foundation (Shilanyas) Certain definite ceremonies and functions are petformed at some auspicious moment before the work Erstarted, It is called Shilanyas or "Foundation laying ceremony”, which is the ‘Muhurat’ of starting the work ff the house. A pit has to be dug on the land for the foundation. According to the saint Parashar, the pit should be dug in the east in the month of Bhadrapad; in South in the month of Margshirsh, Paush, Magh; in ‘west in the month of Falgun; Inthe upper three, parts Or in the centre of the lower part of the north in the month of Jeyshtha. Because. on digging the pit for foundation in the upper part brings death, on the back it causes diseases; at the feet it causes satisfaction and tho worries; digging in the sides it gives the owner gain Bhariva Yastugrn 18 ef wealth and sonst smenona in Vast Sha tat ou desirous of longevity should not dig pit for aeetetontat the bead a ite right side and at he aaade ofthe Vast Purch. Therefore iis auspicious va te pi for foundation in the left side leaving some portion “The decision ofthe pit taken onthe basis of Surya Santon aso Pi forthe foundation shouldbe dug as gen below. Face of the Shesh is in Northeast (Eesan) ection daring the Virgo, Leo, Libra Sankranti ofthe SeseiGerefore foundation should be laid ie the Soutireast (Agneja) cornet During the Scorpio, Saggitarus and Capricorn Sankoant he face of Shek in north-west (Vayana) Seman ‘erefore foundation should be laid in fonireast (Eeshat) cornet. Daring the Aquarius, Pises and Aries Sankranti she meee he Sesh is in. south-west (Nairuya) toe eet foundation sbould be laid in nomh-west Vaya) ‘During the TarausGemini and Cancer Sankranti, face ne Shes sin southeast (Agr) ection, face of OM jtag_of foundation in the. south-west (Rauye) direction i auspicious ‘Where to dig pit fr laying foundation stone ‘Sun in Rashi Pit for foundation. 3,67 (Leo, Virgo, Libra) In south-east comer 234 (Taraus, Gemini, Cancer) In south-west comer 11, 12,1 (Aquarius, Pisces, Aries) In north-west comer 9,10 (Scorpio, Saggitarius, In northeast corner Capricorn)%6 Bhartiya Vastugan ‘The South Indian astrologers have meotioned that Shilanyas (Laying of foundation) is auspicious only in the North-East (Eeshan) comer, leaving aside all the other directions, at any time of the year. This is, although, not in acordance to the Indian Vastushastra, ‘but it appears that keeping in view the importance of the North-East direction, it has been so mentioned. ‘fant faq a wa fafersf a ag & ae we STE ‘Nimnane mandlranam ch Praveshe Trividhoapi cha; Vastu pooja cha kartavya yasmatiam kathaya mata. Vastu Puan should be performed at the time of stating the construction of buildings, and at the time of the three types of Pravesh (entries). According to the directions in the scriptures, after the pit is dug, the ‘owner should finish his daly routine-bath, prayers etc. ‘and wear new or clean and neat clothes. Then he should Sit together with his wife at the construction ste facing towards east-or north (wife should sit on the right). ‘Taking water in right hand, Aachaman and Pranayam should be repeated thrice. According 10 Varah, wife should sit on the right side. (ty et rly hr "The priest shall put the sacred Tilak on their fore heads and tie the knot uniting the husband and wife oo on et a weet mts fear ve ity gestae ere YE th Bhartiya Vastagyan 7 ‘After pronouncing the above Mantra (hymn) he should sprinkle water on his body. Taking grains of rige and flowers in hand, recite the holy Shloka (Swast ‘vachan), remember the gods Ganesh and others praying to them and also salute and touch the feet of the Guru. For the purification of body and soul, taking some ‘money (as much as one’s capacity), water incense, grains, of rice, flower, grass leaves, beetle nut ete. in the right Inand he should pronounce the praise of the place and time (Name of the place, date, day, Gotra, name and profession) as directed by the priest, and determine to donate a cow or some money in lew of it ‘After this determination (Sankalp) for purification, again the prayer in praise of the place and time be pronounced and the god Ganesh, family goddess, Navgrah, Vastu Devata etc. be worshipped; chanting the holy mantras, shila (Bricks or stone slabs) and the land should be worshipped and foundation stone be placed ceremonially. aoe Construction of Br ‘The type of land that willbe good and suitable for construction of a house has been discussed earlier. After selecting a proper and auspicious plot, and having performed the rites of laying the foundation (Shilaryas feremony) on an auspicious day, work should be started to construct the building according to preplanned ‘measurements and design shown in map drawn on suitable ‘scale Directions, level etc should always be kept in A litle carelessness may cause some default in the8 Bhartiya Vastugjan ‘onstruction which would put the whole family in troubles Sha the life would be unbappy. First flit is necessary to consider the construction ‘of walls, Stone wall should be raised along the outer edge of tne floor, Brick wall should be raised Keeping half of ‘out and half inside the edge, Mudwall built the inner side is good ‘According to Rudrayamal: et eat mrpfefierat Tee! wr Fe eget eT ‘Pashane Sarvato bahya mishtkayam tadadhakam; ‘Mritikayam pindmatra mityuktam Rudrayamale. upper part of wali heavier than the lower part which is not uniformly made, which is thicker at some paces, thinner at other places, such awall causes financial oss. ‘The wall should have thickness equal to fne-sinteenth part of the width of the room, wall of {hickness more or less than this is not good for the house tumer It was given for mud-walls only. Brick walls can be made of any thickness as may be required. Bricks used should be all new oral old, old bricks should not be mixed ‘vith new ones in the same wall 1f some old bricks have to be used alongwith new bricks, first the old stock must be consumed, then the new bricks should be used over them. Raw and baked bricks should also be used in the same manner, fects of various shapes of the plots have been “discussed in earlier chapters. Effect of the constructed hhouse is also, according to its shape, good or bad. Mostly the houses ave built inthe following shapes, their effects fare mentioned against each. Bhartiya Vasegan 2 aed aged at Se sa fer feet erg aad rma HEE TTT Sugerg veer “Aayatam Chaturastram ch vitam thadrasanam ‘atha, ‘Chakram vishambahur ch trikonam shakatakaih. Dandam panavaksthanam —murajashcha vwihanmukham, ‘Wanjanam koorm prasthams ch dhanuia supa ch shodasha. Shape of House Effect Rectangular Alround prosperity. 2. Square Gain of wealth (Four equal sides) 3, Bhadrasan ‘Success in life 4, Circular Growth of knowledge and health 5, Wheel shaped. Brings Poverty. 6. Four (unequal) Troublesome. sides. 7. Triangular Harrasment from rulers Govt. 8. Cartshaped. Causes disease danger of fire, punishment, loss of wealth. 9, Beam shaped. Harmful for cate 10, Panavakar Harmful for eyes and for house. 11, Drum (Mridang) Harmful for women Joss of shape females. 12, Vehanmukhakar Loss of family members/orothers 13, Fan shaped. Loss of money and cattle,o Bhartiya Vastugyan 14, Koorm Prashthakar Untimely death, murder, imprisonment. 15, Winnow shaped, Loss of property. 16, Bow Shaped. Many difficulties; theft and fear of enemies. 17, Hexagonal Brings progress and growth. 18, Elliptical Loss in many ways (cag shaped) 19, Singhmukhakar — Monetary loss, clashes in family ‘and mental tension. 20, Gaumuthakar Peaceful; growth of progeny. ‘Shape of the building should be decided keeping in view its auspicious (good) or evil (bad) effects ‘A plot and a house in the singhmuikhakar shape is good and beneficial for business, commercial ‘organisations mills, cinema, ete. and not for residence purpose. Gaumuthakar plot or house is good and ‘auspicious for residence, but brings loss tthe business. Residential house should not be built infront of a temple of gods sun, Vishnu of Shiva or near a temple of Brahmma, ot behind a Jain temple, or on any side of Durga temple, Such house is inauspicious for the owner. Walls ‘The boundary wal onthe north and eas side should be of less thickness, andthe walls on south and westside should be built thicker. Construction of the wall must be started at the South-West corner and work must proceed towards east or towards north in the frst phase. At every stage during, the progress of work, the height of the wall should be Bhartiya Vastugyan 87 raised gradually in such a way that any wal is lower in height towards the eastern end than that towards the North West East ‘South ‘western end; s0 also the height towards the northern end Js always lower than that towards the southern end, ‘The construction of walls from south east towards north and from North-west towards east should be taken up in the second phase. North North —> — uth South2 Bhartiya Vastugyan “Main building must be constructed in the south-west portion ofthe plo, leaving more space open on the north End east than on the south and west respectively. Main building constructed in the middle of the plot, symmetrically leaving equal open space on all the four sides is also considered to be good. aoe Basement (Cellars) ue to the inerease in population and lack of land available buildings have to be constructed on small plots, “and in sucha situation it may be necessary to build room underground ie. a basement. ‘Basement shouldbe built inthe north or east portion of the plot. In other portions it will be harmful North East South Basement should never be built under the whole area of the house. Bhartiya Vastugyan a “Asper principles of Vasa itis necessary to keep the revel mgher inthe south and west than jn the north or tes Reeping this inview, a basement, lower portion) Sait be auspicious and beneficial only inthe north or east Fortin ofthe plot as shown in the diagram above ‘Basement should not be constructed inthe central porn orn the south or west portion ofthe plot beceie earyeh, these portions is harmful, causing adverse effects according to the Vastu Shastra For proper light and flow of at, ventilators should te provided towards north side in the basement. Stairs oF PeFp teading into the basement from ouside as to be Trane the north or east. The slope in such cases will be om Heth to south of from east towards west which i, rom ge, agenst the principles of vastu. However, if rable the passage my be given from south or west sie loping down towards north or east “A basement having three wings (in the shape of U') is inauspicious forthe hosue-owner. It rins te family North West East ‘South onea Bhartiya Vastugyan Bhartiya Vestn as House Plans according to Vastu Shastra on Fa. Seaton om - vein 2 : 1 = | — 1Bhartiya Vastugyan Front Elevation oO le | i tol 1 I | =a Bhartiya Vastagyan Front Elevation6 Bhartiya Vastugyan Rooms and their position in the House Which room should be constructed in which rection, if this consideration isnot kept in mind while planning house, the whole building may go agains the principles of Vasta and it wil create lotof troubles causing harms andloss tothe owner/inmates. People are generally ignoring this fact and are constructing house according to their choice. Architects now a days prepare house-plans without considering the principles and rules given by ancient Vastu-Shastra. They keep in mind the latest designs, imitating the designs based on foreign culture. Such houses may look good and beautiful from outside, but if the basic principles of vastu satisfying the five basic materials (Panck Mahabhuta) are ignored, the house ‘becomes the root cause of troubles, losses and sorrows ia the life of the inmates For example, it has become a fashion these days to construct kitchen near the main gate. Reason for doing 50s given that for most of the time a housewife has to remain in the kitchen and i becomes easy for her to keep ‘watch on the main door, and that she ean conviniently attend to any body calling atthe door. How strange and shameful it is ! According to our culture and traditions, any visitor or guest should be received and entertained by the head of the family and the guest room/drawing room should be near the main doos. Visitors cone from alte classes of society and have tobe treated in different ‘ways depending upon their status Indian Vastu Shasra divides the house into 16 pars wherein rooms for various purposes should be constructed keeping the dire Bhartiya Vastupan aT gies ore er tear a qt EI ee era Oe fore " eg ter in20) Snanasya pak Shayanastra bhujeshcha dhanya hander Daivatgrihani ch poorvatah sah; Tanmadhyetoath mathanajya pureesha vidyabhyasathya. Rodanaraisnaa OO fa Otome, 129) incon oom tobe contraced Ess Bathroom Soutrest Kitchen South Bed room Southonest Room fr weapons West Dining oom Northwest Grain ore North Treasury Northeast Room for worship Between Eastand Southeast Room for churning cr cen Southad Soutveast Room for soragefor . Ghee ete. Between South and South-west Latrine (W.C.) Berween South-West and West Study room90 Bhartiya Vastugyan Between West and North-west Punishment room for expressing sympathy or sorrow. Between North and North-West Bed Room for young couple Between N~rth and North-east Medicine Room Between East and North-East Common/Drawing Room Besides these, there are other opinions also: In South-West Corner Clothes Room (Wardrobe) North-west comer Cattle shed North-east Water bodiestank, well ete North-west Toilet ‘eet er shat wey ars Fe ale sentir et treo, cag 6118) Snanagni Swapivastra Bhojan pashu dravyamarok stihin, Poorvado jalmishiturdishi param Vayorpan ‘mootrakam. (dah Marand 18) As far a possible, various rooms should be oriented in the house as per directions given in Vastu-Shastra. The diagram given below shows the proper orientation of various rooms in the house as mentioned above. Some of the rooms, such as room for churning curd, store for ghee, room for expressing sorrow, ete. may not be necessary in ‘modern times. These may be utilised for other purposes. In case of shortage of space postion of the rooms may be adjusted as per convinience and necessity. But there are some rooms which must be kept inthe postion suggested jin Vastu-shastra. If these are built in some other Bhartiya Vastugyan 9 prohibited space, it will prove inauspicious and harmful for the inmates. sacs" | =| sa = I oe Open Courant 4 bel ‘cud oom | tei | ted | Semi | Men In modern times itis not feasible to build big houses having large number of rooms as mentioned, in Vastu shastra. Houses are built on small plots which can not focomodate many rooms. Therefore it is advised t0 feonsiruct the house in accordance with the principles of ‘Vastu, in abridged form having rooms as per neccessity ang convinience.2 Bhartiya Vastugyan BhariyaVasugion North Grainore i ted | Foo Gate shed Guest Room om a West stay Room | OPE,4 | Bath Room Tea Soe ie | Bed Room | Kitchen Sei South 98 East 1. Bath Room:—Proper place for bath-room has been suggested in the east direction. The mild rays ofthe ‘morning sun are beneficial for health, These rays can be ‘ecelved by the body while bathing, therefore bath room in the east side is good. There isa tradition in our eultsre to offer prayer (arglya) to the rising sun, just after taking bath, } a | Bh rrp tare [EE] Petnepnr au fan9 Bhartiya Vastugyan ‘Slope of the floor ofthe bath room should be towards north or east. Water should drain out on the north oF eastside 2. Kitchen: ~South-east corner isthe place of god of fire (Agni Dev), therefore, kitchen where fite has an importantrole must be bu never be built in the north-east, South-west or in the centre of north, south oF westside. Burner (gas burner, stove,chulha etc) should be kept in the south-east corner of the kitchen room, such thet hile cooking the person may face towards the east. Water arrangement should be made in the north-east corner. ‘Shelves for keeping raw commodities, utensils te should bee kept on the south or westside, 3. Bed Room: ~ Main bed-room for the head of the family should be in the south or south-west direction, Bed-room for unmarried children canbe built nthe east side and for unmartied youths or for guests, the bed room in north-west is good. For young couples the bed room Bhartiya Vastugyan 9s should be in north, Bed room should never be made in the north-east corner. Bed room of the head of family shouldbe larger than that for other membersof the family He prsee tte remit Bem should nt be placed in comer of inthe conve ofthe room, ako it shold not be placed touching the wal shoul be paced inthe es or Soutn portion of he om in such # manera ead ff tne puson wile sorping roms wars ou fee oars oth, one sould never sleep wih ead towards nth 4 Room for weapns:—In the South-West corner, a room for weapons bas been mentioned it stusasa In pst years sich 4 Toom was Heese ine plot ox houses of th rs and an od a ted tine ths oom my be sed a sore a ary dre tool and iso keeping sch arles which are Sf seldom tes ory 8 sore of usenet Waste Stes Abo i nay bese a bed room of elder persons te fm.96 Bhartiya Vastugyan '5, Dining Room: —Best place for dining room is in the west. Now a days, dining room is adjusted with the kitchen or drawing room, In that case this room may bbe used for other purposes. Tih rere sn ng an Dining table should be arranged in the South-west ‘or north-west portion of the room. Water arrangement should bein the north-east corner and freez etc (electrical appliances, if any) should be kept in sovth-east corner. Persons should face towards east or north while taking meals. 6, Grain Store ot Cattle Shed: —On the north-west ‘comer a store for grains should be built. In olden times itwas a necessity, In modern times also, generally people purchase grains required for the whote year which as to be stored properly, Those who live in rural areas and‘are having their own farms(felds need such a room. Cattle shed is also required for those families which keep cows, buffalo ete. North-west corner issuitabe for the purpose. not needed the raom may be used as guest room oF bed Bhartiya Vastugyan 7 7. Treasury:—In the north a room should be built for keeping valuables such as jewellery, ornaments, cash, costly utensils, ete. This i the place of Kuber the god of ‘wealth and prosperity. Therefore this is the bet place for ‘reasury room, Cash box or safe (almirah) should be ‘laced in this room along the south wall, such that it opens towards the north and the man while opening it faces towards south. TE Pre pct Reon £8, Pooja Room:—North-east corner is governed by ‘Beshwar, Pooja room should be builtin this corner. This ‘comer should not be used for bed room, kitchen oF any ‘ther room, and no other articles should be placed i the pooja room, Cleanliness must be maintained around it One should sit facing north or east while worshipping {ols or pictures of the deities shouldbe placed on a high platform built on four legs (sinhasan) or a cup-board in the wal in the north or eastside.98 Bhartiya Vastugran ‘There should not be any tole or kitchen above, below or adjacent to the pooja room. IEE ree cnr Rom 9. Room for Churning Curd:—In olden days, when ‘every family used to keep cattle cow, buffalo ete it was recessary to have a place for storing milk, curd ete. and churning the curd, In rural areas, itis still a necessity. In ‘urban areas such room is not required in modern times, fassuch the place may be adjusted with other rooms. Place Detween east and south-east is suitable for such room. 10, Store for Ghee:—A room betsieen the south and south-east can be built, if necessary, for storage of ghee, edible ol etc, IFnot needed, it may be adjusted with the kitchen ofthe bed room. 11, Toilet:—The place between south and south west issuggested for toilet. tan also bebuiltinthe north-west. Inurban areas, there isa trend now a days to build toilets and baths attached to bed-rooms. Its Better to keep the Bhartiya Vastgyan ” ‘bath and latrin separate. Attached bath-lat should be provided towards the north or west ofthe tom. vert in LH be Ti eerste renter ttt ‘Seat in the latin shouldbe fixed such that a person. may sit facing north of south, Floor of th toilet room ‘Should have slope towards north or east. Water source ‘Should be in the north-east corner of the room and the Satlet for waste water sbould be towards nort, east oF north-east 12, Study Room:—The best place for study room is between west and south-west. The person should sit facing north or east while studying. The study table Should not be placed touching the walls; it is Jnauspicious. Book-shelf should be placed along the forth or east wall. Water pot must be placed in Rorth-east corner only. A small idol or picture of the favourite god or goddess may be kept in the north-east portion ata height100 Bhartiya Vastugyan Ti Pere sy Rao Poi lca ty 13, Room for expressing sorrow or punishment: A room was felt necessary in the house where atthe time ‘of some casualty, people may sit together to express {tief or sympathy, ot to be used as a punishment room. Itspace does not permit, such room is not very necessary now a days. However, the room may be provided between west and north-west. It may be used as a bed 00m or toilet as well 14. Rath Kaksha or Bed-room for young couple: —In the space between north and north west a bed room ean bbe provided which is specially suitable for the newly ‘wedded young couples (hence the name). Arrangements inthis room should be same as given for other bed rooms. 15, Medicine room: — Between north and north-east 1 room may be provided for keeping medicines and for ‘eepingill persons, Morning sun rays and fresh nourishing air from the north help in empowering the medicines and teacly recovery ofthe patents. The space can be adjusted ‘with other room ifthe separate room for medicines is not required. Bhartiya Vastugyan 101 16. Common Room:—A common room should be provided in the space between east and north-east which Ean be used for entertaining the visitors and guest, oF a8 f place where all the members of the family can sit together. Itean also be used asa bed room for unmarried fidren, It ean be used as a store room for common articles ort an a i aoe er Rom Light (Electricity) ‘While constructing a room it should be Kept in mind that every room gets proper light. Electricity isthe main source of energy these day. Main switch board and meter ttc, should be fied in the south-east portion of the building. In every room, switch board should be provided ‘onthe right hind side (while entering). Itis not auspicious to provide switch board on the left or centre ofthe wall ‘A building or temple where sun rays and fresh air do rot reach is not auspicious and beneficial. As far as possible each room in the house should be so planned That itrecelves proper sun rays and maintains proper flow ff ai, In modern times, many huge buildings are built102 Bhartiya Vastugyan such that not ony te suns not vse rom nie bt it does not receive even traces of sunlight Fes, mosautes germs may, ofcourse, enter it without a7 ‘heck, Ec ligtng bas replaced sun Uiht and fans, cooler ete are uted to ainsi low of atl. Te eal armen i emf eal a produces adverse effects on the ees Tangs nd hear Soon te inmates ave to sur fom respiratory woubles snd dans of er They ee com he cos againand agai, and have take medicines gly and use spectacles. oe “Therefore it necessary o keep the importance of prope srcuton far and ight nnd forth healthy tn ge of he nates adhe ae el Ter aretadionsinoucouty of worshipping the ising sun. Anctent sites have mentioned metods of ering foveal. diseases, lke anaemia, Impuiy of blood, SSppepa ete wit the help of sunray and pasing the Stn though water filed in gas bots o ilerent Colours Exposure of the body to mids ays alo cures tary diseases, Modern architect general ignore ths fee in an tempt co earn more, money by wlsing Inimum space Sunlight and ara re ery much neces forthe Grab the use ad eat fhe inmates Tis shouldbe kept in mind. Prope ventilation tnd east fas must be provided in proper directions ooo Hei ight of the Buil ing Itis given in ancient Vastu shastra that height of the building should be equal to the sum of © th nart of its Bhartiya Vastugvan 3 width andour cubits, Leubit =| hth (i.e length erween Elbow and finger tipwhich isabout 18 inches) or 9oaguls. Ir the house has more than one storey the height of the second storey shouldbe less than that ofthe first Storey by its {th pat. The height of third storey should be less than that of second storey by its th part and so cn the same rule canbe followed upto a few storeys {In multistoreyed buildings now a days this rule can not be followed strictly. However, upper storeys should hhave successively less height than the lower storeys. ‘Three categories of houses are obtained on the basis of heights, i respectively 4,3 For 3 cubits is added to 4th part of the width of the howse. The three catagories are named tam (Superior), Madiyam (average) and Kanishtha (inferior) respectively. Each of the three categories can be further improvised by adding 20, 18 oF 16 anguls more in the first category and 27, 21 or 15 anguls more inthe second ‘and third categories, o that each category will be further Subdivided into three categories uttam, madhyam and Kanishtha, Thus there will be 12 categories in all (but two of them being equal, only 11 categories will be there). It will be auspicious to decide the height of the ‘building according to this method, ‘The height of the building in various directions affects the life and fate of the house owner. The good ‘or bad effects of height are given below. As given in Raj ‘martand,mi Bhartiya Vatu eager eh af wo a aga wr fr tometer eRe Sudunnatih poora nate naranam vastau dhanam dakshin bhag tange; Kshayo dhananam vinate prateechyamuchchair- vinasko dhruvamuttaren ‘That is, ifthe house is lower in the east it brings progress tothe owner, higher in south brings growth of ‘wealth IF itis lower in the west it causes loss of wealth, Ifthe southern and western pats of the house ae higher than the north eat parts, itis always good and auspicious. Some scholars have the opinion that a house should have uniform height all around, A house higher in north-east and having fow! smell is bad, it causes loss of, Effects of house being higher or lower in various directions are summarised below: — ea ead Low High East Longevity fame Los of eitdren SouthEast Tower than south-west Ifhigher thn souhonest i corer itis good & isinaupiious, auspicious ‘lower than Nor-east higher thn porthowest f cc northwes corer it sorties ghesgromthof gus reenmiy ad ea South Diseases & troubles SouthWest Chronic diseases, Growth of wealth and tatiney death develops Props td babe wal Gain in hea & wel, Bhartiya Vastugyan 405 Wet Loss. of children, Growth of progesy, name tieeaes fase and ogress Northwest Iflower than oetheas, WU higher than aortas it Henwes quarrels and iagsweah and soccessia fhscues if lower than legal maters. higher than thewetorsoutent southwest or sootiveat i ibd an bara re Allvrts of troubles & los. NorthEast brings posers. North-east direction is of much importance as per ‘Vastushastraso utmostcase shouldbe taken inthis corner. If tis comer is not lower, even if whole of the house is 1s per principles of vastu shastr, the owner and the inmates wall not flourish. Therefore north-east corner ‘must be kept correc. Ifthis corner is correc, every thing else willbe allright ‘There should be no construction towards the south and west of the point where foundation stone was laid; All construction should be on its east and north side. [Now a days there isa growing rend of keeping the roofs slopy. Such roofs enhance the beauty and grandeur Of the house, and also do not allow rain water oF snow 10 ‘Stay on it So there remains no chance of damage to the hhouse due to dampness or leakage of water. = Oo es. Slope ofthe roof from south towards north or from west towards east only is auspicious. ooo