Vastu Shashtra Part 2

Name: Vastu Shashtra Part 2
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Know the Power of your house through Bar Chart

Created byPandit Mukesh Bhardwaj

Last updated 5/2025

Hindi

What you'll learn

You will come to know the Upper line and Lower Line formation.
Difference between upper line and lower line
Real strength of a building
Meaning & Practical implementation of Bar Chart

Course content

1 section • 6 lectures • 3h 0m total length

Lesson 741:15
In Vastu Shastra, the strength and stability of a building are not just physical but also energetic. Vastu provides guidelines to ensure that a structure is both structurally sound and energetically balanced. Here’s how Vastu evaluates the strength of a building:
? 1. Plot Selection and Soil Testing
Stable soil (preferably square/rectangular plot with firm ground) ensures a strong foundation.
Avoid plots with loose or sandy soil.
Soil tests (like load-bearing capacity) are essential before construction.
? 2. Foundation Strength
Start construction in an auspicious direction (usually East or North).
Dig the foundation deeper in the Southwest (SW) and higher in the Northeast (NE) for balance.
? 3. Load-Bearing Zones (Directional Strength)
Vastu assigns different strengths to directions:
DirectionVastu ElementStrength AspectTipsSouthwest (SW)Earth (Prithvi)Strongest and heaviest partMaster bedroom or storeroomNortheast (NE)Water (Jal)Lightest and most sacred zonePrayer room or meditation areaNorthwest (NW)Air (Vayu)Dynamic but less stableGuest room or storageSoutheast (SE)Fire (Agni)Energetically activeKitchen or electrical panels
Building strength is enhanced by keeping heavier loads (walls, water tanks, storage) in the SW and avoiding weight in the NE.
? 4. Column and Beam Alignment
Columns should ideally be in square or rectangular grids.
Avoid irregular shapes or overhanging structures, which reduce structural and energetic strength.
? 5. Material Strength
Use high-quality materials and avoid using reused/second-hand materials for structural elements.
Ensure that the main door and supporting walls are made of robust material.
? 6. Height and Weight Distribution
The SW side should be taller and heavier than the NE side.
Uneven distribution weakens both Vastu balance and structural stability.
? 7. Center (Brahmasthan)
Keep the central part of the house open or less burdened. Avoid heavy beams, pillars, or load-bearing walls in the Brahmasthan.
Summary of Key Vastu Tips for Structural Strength:
Strongest zone: Southwest (heaviest load-bearing structures)
Lightest zone: Northeast (open, light, water or spiritual use)
Central area: Keep uncluttered and load-free
Use a regular-shaped plot and structure
Foundation: Strong and deeper in the SW
Lesson 848:11
In Vastu Shastra, the strength and stability of a building are not just physical but also energetic. Vastu provides guidelines to ensure that a structure is both structurally sound and energetically balanced. Here’s how Vastu evaluates the strength of a building:
? 1. Plot Selection and Soil Testing
Stable soil (preferably square/rectangular plot with firm ground) ensures a strong foundation.
Avoid plots with loose or sandy soil.
Soil tests (like load-bearing capacity) are essential before construction.
? 2. Foundation Strength
Start construction in an auspicious direction (usually East or North).
Dig the foundation deeper in the Southwest (SW) and higher in the Northeast (NE) for balance.
? 3. Load-Bearing Zones (Directional Strength)
Vastu assigns different strengths to directions:
DirectionVastu ElementStrength AspectTipsSouthwest (SW)Earth (Prithvi)Strongest and heaviest partMaster bedroom or storeroomNortheast (NE)Water (Jal)Lightest and most sacred zonePrayer room or meditation areaNorthwest (NW)Air (Vayu)Dynamic but less stableGuest room or storageSoutheast (SE)Fire (Agni)Energetically activeKitchen or electrical panels
Building strength is enhanced by keeping heavier loads (walls, water tanks, storage) in the SW and avoiding weight in the NE.
? 4. Column and Beam Alignment
Columns should ideally be in square or rectangular grids.
Avoid irregular shapes or overhanging structures, which reduce structural and energetic strength.
? 5. Material Strength
Use high-quality materials and avoid using reused/second-hand materials for structural elements.
Ensure that the main door and supporting walls are made of robust material.
? 6. Height and Weight Distribution
The SW side should be taller and heavier than the NE side.
Uneven distribution weakens both Vastu balance and structural stability.
? 7. Center (Brahmasthan)
Keep the central part of the house open or less burdened. Avoid heavy beams, pillars, or load-bearing walls in the Brahmasthan.
Summary of Key Vastu Tips for Structural Strength:
Strongest zone: Southwest (heaviest load-bearing structures)
Lightest zone: Northeast (open, light, water or spiritual use)
Central area: Keep uncluttered and load-free
Use a regular-shaped plot and structure
Foundation: Strong and deeper in the SW
Lesson 938:00
In Vastu Shastra, the strength and stability of a building are not just physical but also energetic. Vastu provides guidelines to ensure that a structure is both structurally sound and energetically balanced. Here’s how Vastu evaluates the strength of a building:
? 1. Plot Selection and Soil Testing
Stable soil (preferably square/rectangular plot with firm ground) ensures a strong foundation.
Avoid plots with loose or sandy soil.
Soil tests (like load-bearing capacity) are essential before construction.
? 2. Foundation Strength
Start construction in an auspicious direction (usually East or North).
Dig the foundation deeper in the Southwest (SW) and higher in the Northeast (NE) for balance.
? 3. Load-Bearing Zones (Directional Strength)
Vastu assigns different strengths to directions:
DirectionVastu ElementStrength AspectTipsSouthwest (SW)Earth (Prithvi)Strongest and heaviest partMaster bedroom or storeroomNortheast (NE)Water (Jal)Lightest and most sacred zonePrayer room or meditation areaNorthwest (NW)Air (Vayu)Dynamic but less stableGuest room or storageSoutheast (SE)Fire (Agni)Energetically activeKitchen or electrical panels
Building strength is enhanced by keeping heavier loads (walls, water tanks, storage) in the SW and avoiding weight in the NE.
? 4. Column and Beam Alignment
Columns should ideally be in square or rectangular grids.
Avoid irregular shapes or overhanging structures, which reduce structural and energetic strength.
? 5. Material Strength
Use high-quality materials and avoid using reused/second-hand materials for structural elements.
Ensure that the main door and supporting walls are made of robust material.
? 6. Height and Weight Distribution
The SW side should be taller and heavier than the NE side.
Uneven distribution weakens both Vastu balance and structural stability.
? 7. Center (Brahmasthan)
Keep the central part of the house open or less burdened. Avoid heavy beams, pillars, or load-bearing walls in the Brahmasthan.
Summary of Key Vastu Tips for Structural Strength:
Strongest zone: Southwest (heaviest load-bearing structures)
Lightest zone: Northeast (open, light, water or spiritual use)
Central area: Keep uncluttered and load-free
Use a regular-shaped plot and structure
Foundation: Strong and deeper in the SW
Lesson 1047:42
In Vastu Shastra, the strength and stability of a building are not just physical but also energetic. Vastu provides guidelines to ensure that a structure is both structurally sound and energetically balanced. Here’s how Vastu evaluates the strength of a building:
? 1. Plot Selection and Soil Testing
Stable soil (preferably square/rectangular plot with firm ground) ensures a strong foundation.
Avoid plots with loose or sandy soil.
Soil tests (like load-bearing capacity) are essential before construction.
? 2. Foundation Strength
Start construction in an auspicious direction (usually East or North).
Dig the foundation deeper in the Southwest (SW) and higher in the Northeast (NE) for balance.
? 3. Load-Bearing Zones (Directional Strength)
Vastu assigns different strengths to directions:
DirectionVastu ElementStrength AspectTipsSouthwest (SW)Earth (Prithvi)Strongest and heaviest partMaster bedroom or storeroomNortheast (NE)Water (Jal)Lightest and most sacred zonePrayer room or meditation areaNorthwest (NW)Air (Vayu)Dynamic but less stableGuest room or storageSoutheast (SE)Fire (Agni)Energetically activeKitchen or electrical panels
Building strength is enhanced by keeping heavier loads (walls, water tanks, storage) in the SW and avoiding weight in the NE.
? 4. Column and Beam Alignment
Columns should ideally be in square or rectangular grids.
Avoid irregular shapes or overhanging structures, which reduce structural and energetic strength.
? 5. Material Strength
Use high-quality materials and avoid using reused/second-hand materials for structural elements.
Ensure that the main door and supporting walls are made of robust material.
? 6. Height and Weight Distribution
The SW side should be taller and heavier than the NE side.
Uneven distribution weakens both Vastu balance and structural stability.
? 7. Center (Brahmasthan)
Keep the central part of the house open or less burdened. Avoid heavy beams, pillars, or load-bearing walls in the Brahmasthan.
Summary of Key Vastu Tips for Structural Strength:
Strongest zone: Southwest (heaviest load-bearing structures)
Lightest zone: Northeast (open, light, water or spiritual use)
Central area: Keep uncluttered and load-free
Use a regular-shaped plot and structure
Foundation: Strong and deeper in the SW
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Requirements

You must have Bar chart software

Description

Vastu (or Vastu Shastra) is an ancient Indian system of architecture and design that aims to harmonize buildings with natural forces. It integrates elements of nature—like sunlight, wind direction, and magnetic fields—with spatial geometry and traditional Hindu beliefs.

Core Principles of Vastu:

Five Elements (Pancha Bhootas):
- Earth (Bhumi) – site selection and orientation.
- Water (Jal) – placement of water sources.
- Fire (Agni) – kitchen and heat-producing areas.
- Air (Vayu) – ventilation and airflow.
- Space (Akasha) – open areas, height, and placement of rooms.
Directions (Disha):
Vastu emphasizes the significance of the eight cardinal and intercardinal directions, each governed by a specific deity and suitable for certain activities. For example:
- Northeast (Ishanya) – ideal for meditation rooms, water tanks.
- Southeast (Agneya) – best for kitchens.
- Southwest (Nairutya) – master bedroom or heavy storage.
- Northwest (Vayavya) – guest rooms or air-related activity.
Center (Brahmasthan):
This is considered the holiest and most powerful area of a building. It should ideally be left open or lightly used (like a courtyard or prayer space).
Room Placement Guidelines (general examples):
- Entrance – North, East, or Northeast.
- Living Room – East or North.
- Master Bedroom – Southwest.
- Kitchen – Southeast.
- Toilets – Northwest or Southeast (avoiding Northeast).
Vastu Purusha Mandala:
A mystical layout chart representing the cosmic being “Vastu Purusha” lying in a specific grid pattern, used to design the structure's layout.

Vastu in Modern Times:

Though traditional, Vastu is still widely followed in India, both in residential and commercial architecture. Many modern architects blend Vastu principles with contemporary designs for cultural and psychological comfort.

Who this course is for:

This course is for housewives, retired people, Professional vastu expert and everyone who wants to be pro in Vastu.