Top Vastu Guidelines for Furniture Arrangement in Living Room

Vastu Shastra, the Vedic science of architecture and design, aims at harmonizing balance between the energy of a home, its surroundings and the dwellers. Not only the structural print but the furniture plays a crucial role in positive energy flow.
Vastu Compliant Furniture Colors
Color is important in Vastu and earthy, natural hues (beige, brown, olive, cream) are considered auspicious and tranquility bestowing.It is good to avoid fiery colours like red, orange, yellow as they may lead to agitation and rage among the dwellers. Complementing the walls and ensuring a serene environment, the colour of furniture must gel well with the colour of the walls.
Dining Room Furniture as per Vastu
A nucleus for family bonding, furniture in dining room must be relevant to Vastu in order to foster love and health among the family members. Stationing the dining table in the northwest or west direction of the dining room, thereby ensuring that family members face east or north while eating as this arrangement enhances physical well being and promotes peaceful atmosphere. Avoid placing the dining table in the south direction, as it is unfit for health.
Wardrobe Placement as per Vastu
Utmost important as per Vastu Shastra, one must
place the wardrobe in the south or west part of the bedroom in order to harness the earth element, thus providing a grounding and secure energy that enriches relationship between the partners and rings in relaxation into the room.
Avoid placing wardrobes in the north or northeast direction, as it directs monetary losses. Make sure that the doors of the wardrobe open smoothly without obstructions and noise as this symbolizes the flow of wealth and opportunities.
Bedroom Furniture as per Vastu
The master bedroom should ideally be located in the Southwest of home is the ideal direction for master bedroom and for the placement of bed, the headboard must face east or south, ensuring a calm sleep and pink health. Avoid placing the bed in the north or northeast, as this might create unrest and lead to health issues. For better circulation of air prana, some space between the bed and the walls must be maintained.
Living Room Furniture as per Vastu
The living room as per Vastu Shastra is an energy prominent space as it is here that family gathers and spends most of the time besides hosting guests, so it should radiate positive
energy. The sofa should be positioned against the south or west wall, so that the face faces the north or east. This is so as to encourage healthy relationships and dilute financial hurdles. In order to prevent instability in finances, avoid placing bulky furniture, such as sofas, in the north or east.
To maintain an uninterrupted flow of Prana, keep the center of rooms clean and avoid clutter. Natural light and ventilation must be ensured.
Avoid placing mirrors opposite beds to prevent disturbed sleep.
Whenever you're furniture cracks or damages, either replace it or get it repaired as soon as possible.
This Article is written by: Ms. Aarna Jai Madan, Vastu & Interior Consultant, Founder of Siddhhi Arts