Bed direction and position as per Vastu: Bedroom design tips

You would have come across a lot of people who follow Vastu Shastra principles. They say, Vastu can help you optimise your living space and life and help you stay positive. Even those who are not firm believers of the principles of Vastu Shastra, tend to follow it, once they understand the kind of organisation and utility of spaces that Vastu helps them implement. Vastu shastra can also play an important role in improving relationship, especially for couples. By ensuring the right bed direction and sleeping direction as per Vastu, one can invite positive energies around. Thus, when designing a bedroom, it is a must to check the bed position, colour theme of the room, and follow the Vastu rules for sleeping direction.

One of the most important personal spaces in your house is your bedroom. Let us see how Vastu can convert it into a place of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. mirror covered with a curtain

“Vastu Shatra is the Indian cosmic science of architecture and it helps create a harmonious environment to set up one’s life for wealth, happiness and harmony. It’s all about creating a rhythm and balance to ensure a better life,” reveals Mumbai-based Nitien Parmar, a Vastu consultant and author of books on the subject.

As per the ancient principles of Vastu Shastra, the Vastu direction for sleeping that is considered best is the south direction. That is, the head should be towards the south and feet towards the north when you sleep. Here is a complete guide to designing a bedroom, including useful guidelines for sleeping positions recommended in Vastu.

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Bedroom Vastu: Quick facts 

Bed direction as per Vastu	Southwest
Bed position as per Vastu	With head towards south or east
Bed direction to avoid	Centre of the house, facing north
Bed position to avoid	Towards a corner, one side against a wall, above a kitchen, behind a toilet wall
Best material for bed	Wood or natural material
Bed design	Regular shapes
Things to avoid in bedroom	Electronic devices, workspace or desk, old mattress or exercise equipment
Best colours for bedroom	Earthy colours, blue, green, white or pastel shades
Colours to avoid	Black and dark blue colour
Plants to keep in bedroom	Money plant, Bamboo, Lily, Lavender

 

Bed direction and position as per Vastu

According to Vastu, the right direction of the bedroom should be the south-west corner of the house. The ideal bed direction as per Vastu is with the head towards the south or east so that the legs are towards north or west direction while sleeping.

The bed placement according to Vastu in the master bedroom is important as it influences the sleep quality and health of the family. The sleeping position as per Vastu in the master bedroom is either the south or the west. Legs should not directly be aligned towards bedroom doors as it can cause nightmares.

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Bed placement to avoid

• Avoid bed placement in the corner of the bed room as this prevents positive energy from flowing freely.
• Do not place one side of the bed against a wall.
• Avoid having a kitchen directly beneath, in the lower floor.
• Avoid placing the bed in the centre of the house as it is the Brahmasthan, the source of energy. The centre has a constant vibrational force and this goes against the basic function of a bedroom, which is to provide rest.
• Headboard should not be behind a toilet wall or in front of windows. It should be placed securely against a solid wall.

Do not position the bed facing north direction. This is because one should avoid facing north while sleeping as it can cause blood pressure issues. This can be explained on the basis on the earth’s magnetic energies. Since the blood contains iron, the magnetic pull while sleeping towards the north attracts iron and may cause an impact on the brain.

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Bedroom Vastu Shastra for couples and tips for sleeping direction

You must choose the bedroom direction in the southwest as per Vastu if the couple is the master of the house. For newlyweds, the direction of the bed room as per Vastu can be in the northwest corner. The direction of bedroom as per Vastu rules should not be in the northeast side as it can lead to health issues.

Your bed in the master bedroom, as per Vastu, should be in the south region or south-west but never between the two. This causes failures in relationships. For a smooth relationship, the wife must sleep on the left side of her husband. Also, note that the north-east side of your room must not be cluttered. Avoid sleeping in the corner of the room as it can obstruct the flow of energies around. Thus, it is essential to ensure the bed position allows some space on either side.

To encourage togetherness, a couple should sleep on one single mattress and not join two separate mattresses.

If you are interested in keeping showpieces or art, make sure that you do not keep solitary items, such as a single animal or a lone bird. Always keep them in pairs, such as a pair of doves or even ideal couples like Goddess Lakshmi and Narayana.

Vastu and pregnancy

A couple that sleeps in the north-east bedroom, as per Vastu, may find it difficult to conceive or if they do eventually, it may end up in a miscarriage. As per Vastu, couples can design a southeast bedroom for a limited period of time, if they are planning for a baby. It is also believed that once a woman conceives, the couple should not inhabit the south-east bedroom, because there is too much heat in this room.

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Which side of the bed to choose?

The side of the bed one chooses can reveal a lot of the personality. As per some research, those who sleep on the left side are more cheerful than their right-side counterparts. As per Feng Shui, sleeping on the left side is recommended as it ensures wealth, power and good health.

Sleeping next to a wall

The side of the bed one prefers is also linked to the bed’s position and one’s personality. Those with claustrophobic tendencies may avoid sleeping next to a wall but prefer windows.

 

Best bedroom direction as per Vastu for every member of the family

 

“Ideally, the bedroom at south-west brings good health and prosperity for the home owner and enhances longevity. Avoid a bedroom in the north-east or south-east zone of the house. The south-east bedroom placement as per Vastu may result in quarrels among the couple. The bedroom in the north-east may cause a health issue. The children‘s bedroom is best in the east or north-west zone of the house,” says Parmar.

Also, a bedroom in the north is considered lucky for everyone. It is especially very fortunate for young students who are looking for job or business opportunities. Similarly, a bedroom in the east will give them a sharp intellect and will help them excel in studies.

According to Vastu, the mattress on your double bed should be a single one (double-sized), in stead of two single mattresses. Also ensure that the bed is made of wood.

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Bedroom Vastu: Sleeping direction as per Vastu

Direction of legs while sleeping	Benefit
East	Reputation and wealth
West	Harmony and spiritualism
North	Prosperity and opulence

As per the ancient principles of Vastu Shastra, the Vastu direction for sleeping that is considered best is the south direction. That is, the head should be towards the south and feet towards the north when you sleep. Here is a complete guide to designing a bedroom, including useful guidelines for sleeping positions recommended in Vastu. It is considered the ideal sleep position in Vastu if you want to have long, quality sleep. Also, sleeping with your feet to the north attracts good luck and fortune.

Alternatively, you can pick a sleeping position with feet pointing to the east as per Vastu, as it results in increase in wealth and recognition. People keeping their head directed towards the north are unlikely to get peaceful, sound sleep.

Avoid sleeping with your legs in the south direction, because it will prevent you from getting sound sleep. Southern direction is for the Lord of death and should be avoided. It may also lead to illnesses of the mind.

Vastu guidelines are based on the interaction between pancha bhutas or the five elements of nature, namely water, fire, earth, space, and air, and the four directions to ensure the overall being of an individual. This is also relevant for sleeping direction. Every sleeping direction, except north, is believed to have some positive effects:

• Head towards the south: It is suitable for people in business or any profession as it ensures quality sleep, improved productivity, luxury and prosperity. It also lowers risks of heart diseases and leads to good health.
• Head towards the east: East is the next best direction to sleep and is recommended for students, teachers, and people in jobs. Sleeping with the head towards the east boost concentration and memory power. It attracts growth and career opportunities. You can design a kids’ room based on this principle.
• Head towards the west: It is advisable to sleep towards west if it is not possible to sleep with one’s head towards south or east direction. It benefits the individual by bringing fame, recognition and wealth.
• Head in the diagonal or corner axis: Sleeping with head towards the southeast or southwest direction is suggested for diagonal bedroom directions. Sleeping towards the northwest direction is also favourable and a neutral sleeping position.

 

 

 

 

 

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Vastu tips for a good night’s sleep

• Do not sleep with your head facing the door as this may cause you to have nightmares.
• If the bed in the room is under a beam, this may lead to you having disturbed sleep.
• Do not place the water jug placed in the South-East direction as this may cause sleeplessness.
• Dark-coloured furniture in the bedroom is not recommended.
• Never leave the door of a wash space/attached bathroom open during the night.

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Vastu for bedroom ceilings

• The height of the bedroom ceiling should be ideally 10 feet it should not be too low as it can lead to poor circulation of air.
• Avoid false ceiling design which is asymmetrical or has pointed triangles hanging from the false ceiling as this can cause mental stress and sleeplessness.
• A ceiling that is higher at the centre and lowers at the corners is also considered good.
• Mirrors should never be used on the ceiling designs as they can reflect the bed.
• As per the Vastu ceiling should be in white or any light shade as it attracts positive energy and leads to serenity.
• Avoid a skylight ceiling in the bedroom as it can disturb the peaceful sleep, instead go in for soothing and relaxing lights.
• According to Feng Shui, the chi needs to flow. Hence, the bed should not be positioned under a sloping ceiling or a dormer-style one.
• Do not place it under a ceiling fan, chandelier or pendant light, as it can create pressure.
• Avoid having any painting or artwork on the ceiling above your bed, as it can obstruct sleep.

 

Vastu Shastra for bedroom with attached bathroom

In modern apartments, homes toilets and bathrooms are usually attached with the bedroom due to convenience and space constraints. According to Vastu, if the bathroom is located in the wrong direction, it can cause health and financial problems. According to Vastu when the bathroom is attached to the bedroom, the bedroom or master bedroom should be situated in the South-West direction of the house the other apt directions are South or West. Ensure that the door of the bathroom is kept closed, as the open bathroom door may affect the aura of the bedroom negatively. Also, beds should not be placed close to the bathroom or toilet space.

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Vastu dos and don’ts for bedroom

Bedroom feature	Do’s	Don’ts
Bed design and shape	Regular shapes such as rectangular or square	Round or oval-shaped beds or irregular shapes
Material	Wood	Wrought iron
Window	North and east	Avoid open window behind your head
Doors	Should open at an angle of 90 degrees	Bedrooms should not have doors that creak
Furniture	West, southwest or south directions for heavy objects	Discard items that make a creaking sound or are damaged.
Dressing table	North, south, or east wall for a west bedroom North/north-west for North bedroom.	Mirror should not reflect the bed Never keep dressing table in  southeast or southwest wall
Study desk	Position in a way that the person faces north or east direction	Avoid south or west direction
AC (air conditioner)	North or east	Do not install AC near the head or end of the bed

Let out negative energy

Mop the floor at least once a week with sea salt added to the water as it removes negative energy. It is one of the simplest and best bedroom Vastu ideas to create a positive ambience in the house. Moreover, it is important to avoid keeping junk items under the bed to prevent negative energies.

Keep the bathroom doors closed and make sure the beds do not face these doors as it attract negative energies from the bathroom into the bedroom. Let in positive energies into your bedroom by placing Feng Shui and Vastu items such as dreamcatcher and wind chime.

Keep bedroom clutter-free to invite positive energies

• Electronic devices: Gadgets such as laptops, smartphones, tablet screens and flatscreen TV. Avoid using such devices a few hours before sleeping to allow a sound sleep.
• Workspace or desk: The bedroom should be designed to help you relax and unwind. It is important to avoid designing your work desk
• Old mattress: Make sure to replace old mattress as it may cause health issues. Wash your bed linens, and bed covers regularly.
• Exercise equipment: Avoid keeping fitness equipment and other machines in the bedroom.

 

Bedroom Vastu: Useful tips

• Choose the best directions: Make sure to place the bed in the Vastu-recommended direction, which is east, northeast and southeast. While sleeping, the legs should be in towards the north or west direction. This ensures we attract positive cosmic energies.
• Keep the bedroom door closed: According to Vastu, the bedroom entrance should remain closed. An open entrance can trigger negative energies and feelings of depression or fear.
• Avoid obstructions or gadgets: Make sure there are no gadgets or mirrors near the bed. One should place mirror in the right direction to create positive energies.
• Do not design a staircase: When designing a bedroom, one should avoid a staircase in the room or in the centre of the house. When constructing a staircase, align it from north to south direction (clockwise direction).

 

Vastu tips for bedroom décor

Bed box

Do not keep unwanted clutter under your bed or in the bed box. If you have a bed box storage, keep it organised. Never keep broken clocks, toys, old bedsheets, etc., in the bed box. According to Vastu Shastra, whatever you store in the bed box has an influence on the quality of sleep.

Bedcovers

Choosing the right bedsheet colour, as per Vastu Shastra, can have a positive effect. Use light coloured bed sheets that are pink, light purple, beige,  pale green, white or brown as they help one unwind. Avoid too many geometrical designs in black or blue colour on bedsheets. A couple should opt for soothing pink, peach or subtle red motifs in bedcovers.

Almirah placement and colours

Remember to follow Vastu guidelines for master bedroom wardrobe or other storage cabinets in bedrooms. If you have an almirah, it should be placed in the south/west wall. Wardrobe doors should never face the toilet wall or toilet seat. The colours of the almirah or wardrobe should be light, such as pale yellow, white, cream, beige, or light grey. Avoid dark colours as they absorb negative energy. The almirah or master bedroom wardrobe should be made of iron and wood and not marble. Opt for a wardrobe in square or rectangular shape and a single-door design. 

Bedroom for kids

As per Vastu, the kid’s room must be constructed in the west zone of the home, with the door facing east, to welcome positive energies and happiness in the bedroom. Remember, the door of the bedroom should open clockwise. Also, avoid hanging signs on the door as they foster negative energy like aggression and fights between children and their parents. The direction of bed should be in a way that it is not in front of the entrance of the room. Ensure that the child’s bedroom has no sharp edges that block the flow of energy. Empty spaces and wooden furniture have a positive effect on the energy of the bed room. The study table should face east or north to help in memory and concentration. Keep a crystal pyramid or tower to activate the flow of positive energy and enhance good luck.  The ideal shape of the table is square or rectangle. For good vibes in the kid’s room, Vastu suggests hanging a picture of a rising Sun, Lord Ganesha or Saraswati. One can also display the medals, trophies, etc. won by the child on the South wall. Children should refrain from eating on the bed as it invites negative energy. Do not place shoes or slippers under the table in the bedroom as it leads to a lack of concentration.

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Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy has a powerful impact on the senses and can be used to enhance the romantic environment of the bedroom. Fresh flowers are the best mood enhancers as they spread positive vibes in the bedroom.

Place an indoor plant like the Peace Lily in the bedroom to create a soothing atmosphere. Smells and aromas can be very powerful and can uplift the mood and spirit. So, make sure your room smells fresh; keep aromatic candles, diffusers or potpourri in your bedroom. Use refreshing jasmine or lavender fragrances.

Courtesy Desphande, couples might want to heed this advice – keep two rose quartz hearts in the south-west corner of your bedroom. It will add happy energy to your life.

Home office and bookshelf placement

Bookshelves or office desks should be placed in the west or south-west corner. It is advisable to create zones or spaces within the bedroom, to separate work and personal life. The workstation must  be kept in such a way that the person sitting on the table faces the east, north or north-east direction. Do not work while sitting on the bed.

Vastu tips for bedroom lights

According to Vastu sunlight has a profound effect on the positivity of the room. Allow ample natural light into the bedroom. Faulty lighting fixtures or fused bulbs should be repaired immediately. Ensure that the lighting in the bedroom is either evenly distributed or overhead. If possible, try and keep light fittings positioned along the north and east walls, as light emanating from the north-east represents prosperity.

Mirror placement

Mirrors are thought to bounce energy around the bedroom, which may result in restlessness and amplify worries. It is especially important not to hang a mirror on the wall opposite your bed. Also be careful where you fix your dressing table, assuming it has a mirror. The dressing table must be placed in the north or east wall.

 

Bedroom Vastu Colours

• Earthy colours such as almond shades are some of the best bedroom colours for the walls.
• Avoid using the black and dark blue colour of bed sheets, curtains, carpets in children’s bedrooms according to Vastu as they can stir up disturbing emotions in a child and can cause health issues.
• Blue is a pleasant colour as per Vastu and Feng Shui for bedroom. Invite calming energies with blue colour combination in your bedroom colour scheme.
• Include green colour that will have a healing effect and complement the décor with indoor plants.
• Choose white colour theme for bringing peace and tranquility in married life for couples.
• Opt for brown colours and pastel pink in the bedroom décor that is another excellent colour combination for couples.
• Throws and duvets can be in red, while the bed sheets and covers can be pink, for a balance of colours.2

What colour paint to use in the bedroom?

Ideally, paint your bedroom off-white, baby pink or cream. Avoid dark colours. According to Vastu, the bedroom of a newly-married couple should be designed with colours such as pink, pale blue or soothing yellow. The children’s bedroom can be done up in green (which represents growth) or yellow (for happiness and aiding studies).

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Vastu for senior citizens bedroom

Design the senior citizens bedroom in soothing shades of yellow, white, green, or blue. The bedroom of the head of the family should be located in the southwest or south. Retired senior citizens can use a room in the northeast, east or north as well. The head of the bed should be in the east direction or South. Books should be kept on a shelf in the West. Place table and chair for reading, writing, knitting painting etc in the northwest corner. Keep medicines on a shelf that is placed midway between the north and northeast.

 

Vastu for guest bedroom

According to Vastu, the guest bedroom should be in the northwest. As for the bed placement, the south or west part of the room is preferred. The south is the ideal sleeping direction i.e. the head should be towards the south. Ensure that there is no beam over the bed. The guest should feel good vibrations and energy while staying at one place Cupboards should be set up on the South or the West wall of the guest room, according to Vastu Shastra. According to Vastu, light shades of white, blue, and green are recommended for the guest room as they lead to calmness. Avoid using dark shades as it makes the room look small and also attracts negativity. The door of the bathroom should not be the opposite of the bed.

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Bedroom Vastu: What colour paint to use in the bedroom?

Ideally, paint your bedroom off-white, baby pink or cream. Avoid dark colours. According to Vastu, the bedroom of a newly-married couple should be designed with colours such as pink, pale blue or soothing yellow. The children’s bedroom can be done up in green (which represents growth) or yellow (for happiness and aiding studies).

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Best bedroom plants as per Vastu

If you want to add some greenery to your bedroom, Vastu suggests the following plants as ideal:

• Money plant: Place the money plant at sharp corners, to induce a stress-free aura. However, make sure it gets some indirect sunlight. This creeper is one of the best air-purifying house plants. So, make sure it has some support to grow.
• Bamboo plant: Bamboo plants are seen as one of the luckiest plants as per Vastu Shastra, as well as Feng Shui. It requires minimal care and can be placed anywhere in the bedroom. However, the south-east corner is the most preferred area.
• Lily plant: Lily plant is a symbol of happiness, peace and harmony. Lilies also bring positive vibes and keep nightmares at bay.
• Lavender plant: The relaxing scent of lavender is known for promoting inner peace. You can place it near your bedside table to get the best of its aroma.

 

Remedy for Vastu dosha in the bedroom

Here are a few simple remedies for Vastu dosha in the bedroom but it is always better to consult a Vastu expert and seek advice. Place a bowl of sea salt or camphor crystals in a north-east-facing bedroom. Sea salt and camphor absorb negative energy and are recommended for removing any Vastu flaw. Paint the walls of a north-east-facing bedroom in white or yellow colour. Lavender fragrance helps to eliminate Vastu defects in the north-east direction.

North-west bedroom

A north-west bedroom often brings wealth losses and stress in the lives of its occupants. Keeping a Chandra Yantra in the north-west corner may help in fixing Vastu doshas.

Southeast bedroom

Southeast is the direction of the fire element. Sleeping in southeast direction can lead to diseases such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Thus, it is necessary to follow Vastu guidelines while sleeping and ensure the head is towards east or south. A bedroom in the southeast corner can cause trouble in married life. It can also result in health problems for the inhabitants.

Northeast bedroom

The bedroom should not be designed in the northeast area, which is known as the Ishan corner and is most suited for a home temple. Placing a bedroom in northeast can lead to loss of wealth, obstacles in work or delay in marriage. Keep a Vastu yantra in the north east direction to eliminate the Vastu defects of bedrooms in northeast and go for subtle colour shades for the room.

 

FAQs

Which colour is best for bedroom according to Vastu?

Paint your bedroom off-white, baby pink or cream. Avoid dark colours. The room should be well-organised. Keep your bedroom clean and clutter-free

Which is the best sleeping direction as per Vastu?

South is the best direction for sleeping as per Vastu, with one's feet towards the north, if you want to have good quality sleep. More detailed info is available in this article.

What should be the ideal bed position according to Vastu?

According to Vastu, your bed should be placed with the head towards the east or south.

Which are the ideal colours for the curtains according to Vastu?

Fiery red and black color curtains should be avoided in the bedroom as per Vastu. Opt for light colors curtains such as white, cream,light brown and green, pink and as these colours help in relaxation.

What should one keep under the pillow for good luck, according to Vastu?

For positive energy and luck, keep a peacock feather under your pillow at bedtime. One can also keep a religious book under the pillow for peaceful sleep.

Which direction should the bed never face?

As per Feng Shui, the bed should not face or be aligned directly towards a door with one’s feet pointing at the door. Vastu Shastra also lays down guidelines for the best sleeping direction. One should avoid facing the north direction while sleeping.

Can we sleep east facing?

As per Vastu, the south is the ideal direction to sleep. However, facing towards the east while sleeping is also favourable and boosts memory and concentration.

How do I arrange my bedroom for good energy?

Start by keeping your bedroom clean and clutter-free and keep away all the electronic gadgets to promote a good night’s sleep. Make sure the bed’s position is away from the door. You can also keep auspicious plants such as bamboo, money plant or lavender.

Can you sleep facing north?

One should avoid the north direction as sleeping in this direction can cause variation in the blood pressure and make it difficult for the heart to pump blood.

Can I sleep facing east?

East is one of the favourable directions to sleep as it improves memory and concentration levels.

Which corner is best for bed?

According to Vastu and Feng Shui, one should avoid placing the bed in the centre of the room. Position the bed in a way that headboard in the front of a wall. Make sure your legs are not aligned towards the doors.

Is it better for your bed to face east or west?

Position the bed in a way that your head points to the east, which helps promote enlightenment and improves memory and concentration levels.

(With inputs from Aruna Rathod)

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