Why North-Facing Homes Are So Sought-After
If your plot faces north, you are in a fortunate position. Along with east-facing homes, north-facing houses are the most prized in Vastu Shastra β and for good reason. The north is governed by Kubera, the lord of wealth, and is the source of magnetic energy and abundance. In our experience, a well-planned north-facing home quietly supports career growth, business success, and steady income, which is exactly why professionals and entrepreneurs across Nepal favour it.
Main Entrance for a North Facing House
The main door on the northern wall should ideally be placed in the 5th pada (counted from the north-east corner going towards the north-west). This position is linked to Kubera and attracts wealth and opportunity.
- The north-east portion of the northern wall is the most auspicious zone for the entrance.
- Avoid placing the door in the far north-west corner.
- Keep the entrance well-lit, clean, and welcoming.
- A brass or copper nameplate on the right side of the door is considered beneficial.
Ideal Room Placement for North Facing Homes
- Living Room: North or north-east β benefits from the wealth-supporting energy of the north.
- Master Bedroom: South-west corner β the most stable zone.
- Kitchen: South-east (Agni corner); north-west as an alternative.
- Pooja Room: North-east (Ishanya) β the most sacred corner.
- Home Office / Cash Locker: North or north-east; a locker/safe should open towards the north.
- Bathroom/Toilet: West or north-west; never in the north-east.
- Staircase: South, west, or south-west.
Keeping the North and North-East Open
The single most important Vastu rule for a north-facing home is to keep the north and north-east zones light, open, and unobstructed. This is where prosperity energy enters the home.
- Keep windows and openings larger on the north and east sides.
- Do not build heavy structures, toilets, or store rooms in the north-east.
- The compound wall on the north should be lower than the south and west walls.
- A garden, lawn, or water feature in the north-east enhances positive energy.
Vastu Tips to Attract Wealth
- Keep the cash locker or safe in the south-west, opening towards the north (Kubera's direction).
- Place a small mirror so it reflects the locker β symbolising doubling of wealth.
- Maintain the north-east corner spotlessly clean.
- Use greens, blues, and whites in the north-facing rooms.
The Bottom Line
A north-facing home is naturally aligned with the energy of wealth and growth β you just have to work with it, not against it. Keep the north-east open and light, place your entrance in the right pada, and follow the room placements above, and this direction will reward you generously. When you are ready to plan or fine-tune your north-facing home, our team at VastuVeda Designs can prepare a detailed, plot-specific Vastu analysis for you.