According to the ancient architectural science Vastu Shastra, each area of a house has a special significance based on its directions. Similarly, the centre of the house, known as Brahmasthan in Vastu, is considered as a sacred space and a zone with the strongest energy. All the positive energies spread to the different areas of the house from the Brahmasthan. This space is auspicious and considered as an ideal location for a puja space or meditation room. Moreover, there are certain Vastu rules that must be followed to ensure this area remains a source of positive energy. In this article, we will share Brahmasthan Vastu tips and remedies for the common Vastu defects in this area.
Brahmasthan significance as per Vastu
According to Vastu Shastra, energy flows from the Brahmasthan in all directions and impacts the energy in all eight directions. Each constructed space is seen as a small universe connected to the cosmic universe. The life force moves from the middle of the structure to outer space and back again. Thus, one should keep this space free from any obstructions.
The centre of the house symbolises the navel (nabhi in Hindi). Health issues, such as weight gain, constipation, etc.) and wealth (instability, balancing, etc.) are associated with the central zone of the house.
How to find Brahmasthan of a house?
Here is a simple method to find the Brahmasthan in a house:
- Take a graph paper and locate the four cardinal directions: north, south, east, and west.
- Measure the house and divide the area into four equivalent portions from east to west and north to south.
- For Brahmasthan Calculations, you will get 64 different portions of equal measurement.
- Find the four squares located at the centre of your house. This is the Brahmasthan Vastu of house.
Vastu tips for Brahmasthan
- According to Brahmasthan Vastu, this area should always be clean, clutter-free, and free from any obstructions so that it allows the flow of positive energy. This will ensure happiness, health, and wealth.
- One can use this space to build a pooja room or keep a Tulsi plant for worship. One can also create a lawn and build a flower garden. This space can be decorated with flowers, plants, bonsai, etc. Do not plant trees or place rocks in the centre of a house.
- One can also design a living or meeting room in the Brahmasthan in house. Avoid keeping this space cluttered with heavy furniture, including a cupboard, locker and sofa.
- A dining room can also be created in the Brahmasthan zone. However, the centre must always remain empty.
- There should be no bedroom, kitchen, staircase, or pillar in the Brahmasthan.
- The Brahmasthan must be kept open on the top side so light rays can enter and boost the positive vibrations.
- There should not be any underground water tank or fish tank in the centre of a house.
- Paint the walls of the Brahmasthan in neutral colours.
- If the location is open to the sky, the floors and boundaries should be kept separate from the rest of the property.
Things to avoid in Brahmasthan as per Vastu
- Pillars, arches, or beam
- Staircase
- Storerooms
- Bedroom
- Heavy furniture
- Kitchen or fireplace
- Toilet or bathroom
- Underground water tank or garbage
- Power plants, generators, lifts, and air handling units
Brahmasthan Vastu dosha remedies
Placement of certain objects or rooms in the Brahmasthan can have negative effects on the inhabitants of the house. For example, constructing a bedroom in the Brahmasthan zone can lead to confusion and kitchen or a fireplace can cause health problems. Similarly, designing a staircase or a water feature in the centre of the house can impact the finances.
Install a consecrated Yantra of Lord Brahma in north, northwest, or east corner of the house. Make sure the yantra is made of copper. The yantra ensures the proper distribution of energy in the Brahmasthan zone. One can also keep a crystal lotus to remove the Brahmasthan Vastu dosha.
Vastu remedy to ensure academic development
Place the study table in north or east side of the room and keep some gap from the wall to increase energy flow.
Vastu remedy to ensure good health
Make sure to sleep with your head towards the south direction. Do not place any mirror reflecting the bed as it can drain the person’s energy and cause sickness.
The centre of the house must be kept empty, and a minimum number of structures or furniture should be placed. Keep a candle burning in this space, which can help in the recovery of a sick person in the house.
Vastu remedy to ensure positive relationships
- Place happy family pictures in the northeast corner of the house to bring happiness.
- Keep a sandalwood statue to promote harmony.
- You can also keep a wind chime with crystals in the bedroom. This will help reduce fights and disagreements among family members.
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The Brahmasthan, as per Vastu is an important zone in a house. Thus, it is important to find this area in the house and keep it Vastu-compliant. In case there is heavy furniture or kitchen or bathroom areas in this space, it is important to make certain changes in the house and rectify the Vastu dosha to ensure the removal of negativity and bring prosperity.
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