What is Vastu for a home?

It is a traditional Indian framework for orienting and arranging a home in relation to the sun and the cardinal directions, built around the five elements. It guides placement and layout, not decoration.

Does Vastu apply to flats and apartments?

The principles apply, but a flat's entrance, kitchen and plumbing are usually fixed by the builder. Vastu for flats is best followed through zoning, room layout, light and styling rather than structural change.

Which direction should the kitchen face as per Vastu?

The south-east, the direction associated with fire, is traditionally preferred for the kitchen and the cooking range. In a flat where the kitchen is fixed, the arrangement within it can still be planned thoughtfully.

Can a modern home follow Vastu?

Yes. Vastu governs orientation and placement, not style. A clean, contemporary home can be fully Vastu-considered, because the principles are resolved in the plan and the light, not in the finishes.

Is Vastu the same as Feng Shui?

No. Both deal with how built space affects the people in it, but they come from different traditions, Vastu from India and Feng Shui from China, with different principles and methods.

Vastu for a Home That Still Looks Modern

Vastu for a home is a system of orientation and spatial planning, not a decorating style. Here is how to honour it across flats, villas and independent houses without the home looking dated or templated.