Vastu shastra (Hindi: वास्तु शास्त्र, vāstu śāstra – literally "science of architecture"[2]) is a traditional Indian system of architecture[3][4] based on ancient texts that describe principles of design, layout, measurements, ground preparation, space arrangement, and spatial geometry.[5] The designs aim to integrate architecture with nature, the relative functions of various parts of the structure, and ancient beliefs utilising geometric patterns (yantra), symmetry, and directional alignments.[6][7] Traditional Kerala Temple Vastu Shastra are the textual part of Vastu Vidya - the broader knowledge about architecture and design theories from ancient India.[8] Vastu Vidya is a collection of ideas and concepts, with or without the support of layout diagrams, that are not rigid. Rather, these ideas and concepts are models for the organisation of space and form within a building or collection of buildings, based on their functions in relation to each other, their usage and the overall fabric of the Vastu.[8] Ancient Vastu Shastra principles include those for the design of Mandir (Hindu temples),[9] and the principles for the design and layout of houses, towns, cities, gardens, roads, water works, shops and other public areas.[5][10][11] In contemporary India, states Chakrabarti, consultants that include "quacks, priests and astrologers" fueled by greed are marketing pseudoscience and superstition in the name of Vastu-sastras. They have little knowledge of what the historic Vastu-sastra texts actually teach, and they frame it in terms of a "religious tradition", rather than ground it in any "architectural theory" therein.[12]

1. Vastu Shastra

2. Vastu Shastra- an inquisitive science of architecture ,encapsulates the forces
which act upon a given space through flow of positive energy.
The principles of vastu have been derived from Sthapathya Vedaone of the
ancient sacred books in Hinduism. It’s roots are linked to “Indus Valley
Civilization” dating back to 3300BC to 1300BC. With first mentions in the
Artharv Veda.

3. Vastu Shastra- deescribe principles of design, layout, measurements,
ground preparation, space arrangement and spatial geometry to ensure
a harmonious balance between human and nature. The core concept
of revolves around “Pleasing the VASTUPURSHA in Vastupurushmandala”
In ancient India, people believed house as a living organism and treated
constructing a house as sacred ceremony. Also, they named the spirit
dwelling in the house as Vastu Purusha. Why? It’s because of an ancient
Indian story of Vastu Purusha.

4. Vastu directions
Vastu Shastra suggest different directions belong to different Gods that supervise respective sectors of
the house.
Vastu and universe
The principles of Vastu Shastra allow humans to use limitless energy of Sun in best possible way. Because
Sun is known as the “Soul of Universe” in ancient Indian texts. Guidelines of Vastu Shastra
enables human to draw on all-embracing role of mother earth for best results. some principles of Vastu
Shastra relate to energy field of earth and subtle energy fields in natural and constructed environments.
Vastu Shastra is based on
various natural energies, which are available free cost in atmosphere like:
• Solar Energy from Sun.
• Lunar Energy from Moon
• Earth Energy
• Sky Energy
• Electric Energy
• Magnetic Energy
• Thermal Energy
• Wind Energy
• Light Energy
• Cosmic Energy

5. Rational mind
Linear, logical
Need for Tangible evidence
What is physical is not real
The ordinary is real
Extraordinary is a lie
Mystical mind
Cyclical
Emotional, impulsive responsiveness
Extraordinary is a part of life

6. Elementd Vastu Shastra
The world comprises of five basic
elements, also known as the
Paanchbhootas. They are Earth, Water,
Air, Fire and Space. Out of the nine
planets, our planet has life because of
the presence of these five elements.

7. Earth (Smell, Olfactory Comfort)
The first and foremost element of nature which exerts maximum energy.
Water (Taste, Metabolic Comfort)
Water (jal) is present on earth in the form of rain, ocean, sea and rivers. It is the second
foremost element considered in Vastu.
Fire (Vision, Visual Comfort)
Fire (Agni) is considered as an element of south-east. In a house kitchen fire or electrical
gadgets shall be place in south-east. Light is the essence of life, and sun is the natural light
giver.
Air (Touch, Thermal Comfort)
Air (vayu) is a necessary thing for all of us living on this earth. In Vastu air is another important
element which is considered before applying it.
Space (Sound, Acoustic Comfort)
Sky is never ending and our space is full of constellations, galaxies, star, moon, sun and all
the
nine planets. It is also called universe which is known as ‘Brahamand’- the place of god.

8. According to Vastu a structure should have 3 qualities…
Bhogadyam
Utility, functional
Shukhadarsham
Visual delight
Ramya
Spiritual satisfaction

9. Triguna
Saatvika – Stillness, balance and luminosity
Raajasa – Energy to act, mobility
Taamasa – Aggressive energy

12. East: This direction is governed by lord Indra and he is known
to be the king of Gods. He bestows wealth and pleasures of
life.
South East: This direction is governed by lord of fire- Agni. He
gives us good personality and all good things of life. Fire is a
source of health as it is related to fire, cooking and food.
South: This direction is of Yama, the god of death. He is
manifestation of dharma, and eradicates evil forces and
bestows good things. It is a source of wealth, crops and
pleasure.
South West: This direction is directed by Niruti, the god who
protects us from evil foes. It is a source of character,
demeanor, case of longevity and death.
Vastu directions

13. West: This direction is directed by Lord Varun, the lord of rains.
He bestows his blessings in the
form of natural water-rain, brings prosperity and pleasures of
life.
North West: This place is directed by lord Vayu and he brings
on us good health, strength and
long life. It is a source of change in course of business,
friendship and enmity.
North: This direction is governed by Kuber, the god of wealth.
North East: This place is a supervised by lord Eeshaan, and is
a source of wealth, health and success. He brings us wisdom,
knowledge and relieves us from all miseries and mishaps.
Vastu directions

14. North East
• Called as the Eesanya and is the entry point of energy.
• Needs to be very light and clean.
• Ideal for prayer rooms , study & living rooms.
• Avoid tall trees in the garden.
South East
• Called as the Agni and is the point of heat energy.
• Needs to have hot equipment such as stoves.
• Ideal for kitchens, electrical equipment and power connections.
• Avoid bedrooms and office rooms here, in buildings

15. North West
• Called as the Vayu. It is the point of wind energy.
• Ideal for kitchens, guest rooms and toilets.
• Avoid adult bedrooms but one may keep children bed
rooms here.
South West
• Called as the Nairu. It is the point of heaviness, which
indicates weightage in society.
• Ideal for bed rooms and cash lockers.
• Avoid water bodies and depressions. Tall trees are good
here in the garden.

16. Theory of Pada: Any given physical space can be perceived in its connections with primary
energies. The eight directions, the heavens above and the earth below are considered as
significant influences on the nature of growth and prosperity. The cosmology of the space depends
a great deal on the dominant worldview of a people.
• Brahmasthanam. This is the centre of the plot. In the design it is important to create a centre for
the building, which grows into the total form.
• The Brahma Padam. This is the central area of the total form, which includes the central point. In
the process of design the Brahma Padam is considered to have a very high concentration of
energy of the total form.
• The Deivika Padam. This is the first concentric space around the central Brahma Padam. In this
space the energies are considered to be fairly high and so the allocation of passages and rooms
for the collective rather than individual use such as dining, family rooms are recommended here.
• The Maanusha Padam. This is the second concentric space, and is considered to contain energy
which is fairly comfortable for human activity and therefore all activity rooms such as kitchen,
bedrooms, study areas, Puja and rooms for individual use may be placed in this part of the layout.
• The Paisaacha Padam. This final concentric space can have the storage areas, outer verandah,
external walls, outer walkways as also activity areas such as bedrooms and work rooms. In general
Manusha and Paisaacha may be considered together for all special activity areas.

17. Types of Mandala
There are 32 types of Mandala,
based on the
number of quarters.
In practice we use first 10 to
15 mandala types
Primarily they are categorized
as
One Square module
Four Square Module
Nine Square Module
ISANA (WATER)
SURYA
YAMA AGNI (FIRE)
PITRU (SPACE)
VARUNA
(OCEAN)
VAYU (AIR) KUBERA (WEALTH)

19. Feng shui

20. Fengshui, or wind-and-water, also known as geomancy, is an ancient
practice that uses almanacs, charms, and complex compasses to
coordinate the interactions of people, their living spaces, and the natural
environment.
Fengshui regulates two dimensions of the environment - the spatial (the
physical configuration of the land), and the temporal (determining the most
favorable time to build).

21. Fengshui combines the trinity of the Heaven, the Earth and humans, and
seeks harmony between selected site, orienting, natural doctrine and
human fate.
In China, a fengshui practitioner, or a diviner, usually applies theories as
Yingyang, Sixiang, Wuxing and Bagua, based on the principle of the
Heaven and the Earth in harmony, to select an optimum place for
accommodation.

22. ‘Chi energy' is a subtle flow of electromagnetic energy
which links all things in the universe. In China it is called
Chi, in Japan it is known as Ki (also spelt Qi) and in India
Prana.
Chi stays mainly within entities such as human bodies,
plants or buildings, but some of it constantly flows out and
some flows in from other sources.

23. Personal Chi
Chi flows through the human body by
means of channels called meridians
which act like blood vessels.
They radiate from seven key points in the
body where energy concentrates,
called chakras.

24. The 5 feng shui elements
They are the basic elements of life: fire,
earth, metal, water, and wood.
These elements are universal energetic
essences, each with their own flavor of chi.
They are phases; how energy can shift in
quality and purpose between one state to
the next.
The Five Elements are associated with
shapes, colours and materials.

26. The Fire Element
Expansive, spreading movement
Transformative and changeable
Warm/kind to hot/passionate
Triangular shapes
Reds and oranges
The Earth Element
Stable, grounding, little to no movement
Centered and nurturing
Square and rectangular shapes
Browns, tans, ochre and yellows
The Wood Element
Growing upward moving energy
Vital and active
New growth, flexible like bamboo
Columnar shapes
Greens, mid-blues and teals
The Water Element
Deep, still and wise or flowing, circulating
and connecting
Cool and dark
Clarity and wisdom
Formless and undulating
Black, dark gray and dark blue
The Metal Element
Contracting and rigid
Righteous and correct
Circles, spheres
White, metallic and pale greys and blues

27. Five elements relationship
The Five Planets
The fact that there are five Chinese
elements seems to be derived from the
fact that ancient astronomers recognized
five major planets; and indeed, the five
inner planets are known as the Wood Planet
(Jupiter); the Fire Planet (Mars); the Earth
Planet (Saturn); the Metal Planet (Venus);
and the Water Planet (Mercury).

28. The Five Elements and the Five Cardinal Points
The Five Elements symbolize the Five Cardinal Points, namely“
the Four Directions-East, South, West, and North-together with
the non-direction, Centre. Earlier, we saw that each of the Four
Directions represented one of the seasons:
East Spring Green Wood
South Summer Red Fire
Centre Yellow Earth
West Autumn White Metal
North Winter Black Water

29. The colors of feng Shui
Colors of Feng Shui helps to get as much
positive energy as possible.
The color chart of Feng Shui determines the
best color to harmonize the emotions and to
radiate positive energy.
Ultimately, Feng Shui is the belief that believes
in the manipulation of colors and the
positioning of the various objects in a house,
in order to divert the same amount of energy
strong and positive as possible.

30. Five-Phase Yin-Yang Rhythms
The stages of transformation that define all
processes in nature can be similarly
described by the two interpenetrating
paradigms of Yin-Yang and Five Phases.

31. THE BAGUA
• The Bagua, originating from the Book of Changes, is an eight-sided map that overlays the
floor plan of a lot, building or room.
• Each of the eight sections and the center corresponds to a section of life experience:
career, wisdom/knowledge, family, finances, reputation, relationships, children/creativity,
benefactors/supportive people, and health.
• By overlaying the Bagua onto a floor-plan, the locations of these life areas are identified
for the flow of chi through the structure.
• For less chi areas simple solutions to adjust the chi flow to strengthen the area and bring it
into harmony. Simple Solutions such as Colors, textures, plants and mirrors are just a
few of the many elements that easily create good energy flow and transform an
environment to one of harmony and well being.