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Vaastu - Directions, Planets, and Suggested Rooms

Amit SethiUpdated 2 Aug 2026492 words · 2 minVaastu Basic
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In Vaastu Shastra, planets are associated with specific directions and influence the placement and purpose of rooms in a house. By aligning the functions of rooms with the planetary energies associated with each direction, a harmonious living environment can be created. Here's a detailed relationship between Vastu directions, planets, and rooms in a house:

North

    • PlanetMercury (Budha)
    • AttributesWealth, communication, intelligence.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Treasury or locker room (to store wealth).
      • Living room or drawing room (to encourage social interactions and communication).
      • Study room (to enhance learning and intelligence).
  1. 01Northeast (Ishanya)
    • PlanetJupiter (Brihaspati)
    • AttributesWisdom, spirituality, prosperity.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Pooja room (ideal for spiritual practices).
      • Meditation room (to connect with divine energy).
      • Entry point or open space (to allow positivity to flow).
  2. 02East
    • PlanetSun (Surya)
    • AttributesVitality, leadership, energy.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Entrance or main door (to welcome the sun’s energy).
      • Dining room (to encourage vitality and warmth during meals).
      • Study or workspace (to promote focus and success).
  3. 03Southeast (Agneya)
    • PlanetVenus (Shukra)
    • AttributesFire, transformation, luxury.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Kitchen (aligned with the fire element for cooking and nourishment).
      • Electrical room (to house appliances or energy-based equipment).
      • Pantry (to store food and supplies).
  4. 04South
    • PlanetMars (Mangal)
    • AttributesStrength, protection, discipline.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Master bedroom (for stability and grounding).
      • Gym or workout area (to channel Mars’ physical energy).
      • Storage room (to hold heavy items, aligning with Mars’ strength).
  5. 05Southwest (Nairitya)
    • PlanetRahu (North Lunar Node)
    • AttributesStability, grounding, ancestral connections.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Master bedroom (for stability in relationships).
      • Storage room (to maintain stability in the household).
      • Safe or locker room (to preserve valuables securely).
  6. 06West
    • PlanetSaturn (Shani)
    • AttributesHard work, patience, discipline.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Dining room (to symbolize effort and nourishment).
      • Study or library (to cultivate patience and focus).
      • Guest room (to promote introspection and hospitality).
  7. 07Northwest (Vayavya)
    • PlanetMoon (Chandra)
    • AttributesEmotions, movement, travel.
    • Recommended Rooms:
      • Guest room (for temporary stays and harmonious interactions).
      • Children’s bedroom (to balance emotional energy).
      • Storage or activity room (for dynamic activities).
  8. 08Center (Brahmasthan)
    • PlanetEarth (Prithvi)
    • AttributesStability, harmony, balance.
    • Recommended Use:
      • Keep this area open and clutter-free (to allow energy to radiate evenly throughout the house).
      • Meditation or spiritual activities (to enhance connection with universal energy).

Key Principles for Room Placement Based on Planets:

  1. 01Sun (East)Entrance, areas requiring vitality, like the study or dining room.
  2. 02Moon (Northwest)Guest rooms or spaces for emotional balance and movement.
  3. 03Mars (South)Stable and strong areas like the master bedroom or gym.
  4. 04Mercury (North)Social or intellectual areas like the living room or study.
  5. 05Jupiter (Northeast)Spiritual and open spaces like the pooja or meditation room.
  6. 06Venus (Southeast)Fire-related areas like the kitchen or pantry.
  7. 07Saturn (West)Reflective and patient spaces like guest rooms or libraries.
  8. 08Rahu (Southwest)Stable areas like the master bedroom or storage room.

By aligning the placement of rooms with the associated planetary energies, the house can become a balanced and harmonious space, enhancing the well-being and prosperity of its occupants.