10 Essential Vastu Tips for New House Construction in Delhi

Vastu Shastra is the ancient Indian science of architecture and spatial arrangement. When building a new house in Delhi, integrating Vastu principles from the design stage ensures harmony between the layout and traditional guidance, without costly retrofits later. Nirman Ved offers Vastu-compliant construction and shares these essential guidelines. If you are still at the land-buying stage, start with our guide to choosing a Vastu-compliant plot.

Which Direction Should the Main Entrance Face?

The main entrance should ideally face North or East. North-facing entrances are considered auspicious for wealth, while East-facing entrances welcome the morning sun's positive energy. If your plot faces South or West, a Vastu expert can suggest corrective measures without major design compromises.

Where Should the Kitchen Be Placed as per Vastu?

The kitchen belongs in the South-East corner (the Agni corner), with the cook facing East and the stove kept apart from the water zone. Placement, stove position, sink direction, colours, and the corrections that work when the ideal corner is unavailable are covered in detail in our dedicated guide to kitchen direction as per Vastu.

What Is the Best Direction for Bedrooms and Pooja Room?

The master bedroom should be in the South-West corner. This direction represents stability and strength for the head of the family. The bed should be placed with the head pointing South, which Vastu associates with restful sleep. Avoid placing mirrors directly opposite the bed.

Pooja Room Placement

The pooja room (prayer room) should be in the North-East corner (Ishaan corner). This is considered the most sacred direction. The prayer area should be elevated from the floor, and family members should face East or North while praying.

Where Should Staircases and Bathrooms Be Located?

Staircases should be placed in the South, West, or South-West portion of the house. The staircase should always turn clockwise (right to left when going up). Avoid placing the staircase in the center of the house or in the North-East corner. The bye-law sizes a staircase has to meet, and how much of a small plot it takes, are in our staircase design guide.

Bathroom and Toilet Vastu Guidelines

The toilet and bathroom should never be in the North-East corner or adjacent to the kitchen or pooja room. The best locations are South-West or North-West. The toilet seat should face North-South, never East-West.

What Are the Vastu Rules for Living Room and Windows?

Living rooms work best in the North or East portion of the house. The North direction attracts wealth and opportunities. Place the television and electronics in the South-East corner of the living room.

Windows should be larger on the North and East walls to allow morning light and cross-ventilation. The South and West walls should have smaller windows to minimize heat gain during Delhi's intense summers.

Water Tank and Boring Direction

Water storage (overhead tanks and underground tanks) should be placed in the North-East or North direction. Boring and water sources should also be in the North-East. This Vastu principle aligns with practical water pressure considerations as well. To see how these principles come together in a full design, talk to us about your plot.