What Is Vastu?

Vastu Shastra is not merely a belief; it is the primordial science of design.

Vastu principles help elevate positive energy, directly enhancing our health, wealth, and prosperity.

It is based on the understanding that everything in existence—the Earth, the human body where our souls live and function—is composed of five fundamental elements, known as the


Pancha Bhuta



  • Earth
  • Water
  • Fire
  • Air
  • Space

When these elements are in perfect balance, life flows effortlessly.



The Macrocosm: Lessons from the Earth


Nature thrives on equilibrium.

When this balance is disturbed, consequences appear.
An excess of the Fire element, in the form of pollution and environmental stress, has resulted in Global Warming.

When the Earth’s elements fall out of balance, the entire ecosystem suffers.
Nature reacts to imbalance through visible and measurable consequences.


The Microcosm: The Wisdom of the Body


The same principle applies to the human body.

When the Water element within us reduces, the body becomes dehydrated.
Energy drops, performance declines, and the body can no longer function at its best.

Just as with the planet, balance within the body is essential for optimal functioning.


Vastu : Our Home and Workplace

Just like the Earth and the body, our home, home office, and workplace are living, energetic environments.

When the five elements are out of alignment within a space—due to design, orientation, layout, usage patterns, or external influences—energy begins to stagnate.

Sometimes, you may face problems like persistent financial struggles, health challenges, friction in relationships, reduced clarity and decision-making ability.

These outcomes are not random. They are the natural response to energetic imbalance within the space.


Directions, Elements, and Functional Spaces

According to Vastu Shastra, the direction is divided into 5 zones each corresponds to elements from pach bhuta. As per Modern vastu we use 16 gridded shakti chakra and each zone represents specific aspects of life and work, such as:

  • Growth, movement, and opportunities
  • Financial Stability,
  • Relationship,
  • Health and Immunity
  • Wishes and Desire

These effects arise from the elemental nature of each zone and how the space is used—whether as a bedroom, kitchen, home office, conference room, reception, or cash counter.

Classical texts such as Vishwakarma Prakash describe these principles in detail.

For example, the North direction, associated with flow and expansion, supports career growth and business opportunities. This direction is associated with water element.
When incompatible elements —such as excessive Fire (Shades of Red or Kitchen)—dominate this zone, progress often feels blocked.

When balance is restored, momentum returns naturally.

This is not superstition.
It is cause and effect applied to space and function.


Modern Relevance

Vastu remains deeply relevant in the modern world.

Its principles align closely with contemporary disciplines such as environmental psychology, workplace ergonomics, and sustainable design—all of which study how physical environments influence human behavior, performance, and well-being.

Vastu does not require belief.
It works through awareness, observation, and intentional design.

When a home or business space is aligned:

  • Focus improves
  • Stress reduces
  • Decisions become clearer
  • Teams collaborate better
  • Effort meets less resistance


Is Vastu About Belief?

Vastu is not about fear or rigid rules.
It is about conscious design and intelligent use of space.

A balanced home supports peaceful living.
A balanced workplace supports growth, stability, and long-term success.


Curious to Explore Your Space?



If you wish to understand:

How Vastu applies to your home, home office, or business

Which zones may be creating imbalance

How practical, minimal corrections can create meaningful shifts—without demolition

I invite you to book a one-on-one consultation.

Let’s explore your space, align it with natural intelligence, and support the life or business your soul wants to grow.




Mayur Thacker

Oorjha Vastu


Where energy finds harmony....

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