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Vastu Guide
tips_and_updates Key Takeaways
- ✓ South-facing houses are NOT inherently inauspicious — placement of the main door is the critical factor
- ✓ Avoid placing the main entrance in the central south (pada 3 — ruled directly by Yama)
- ✓ South and west compound walls should be taller than north and east walls
- ✓ Leave more open space in the north and east to balance energy flow
- ✓ South-facing homes in Nepal receive maximum winter sunlight — a practical advantage
The Truth About South Facing Houses and Vastu
South-facing houses are ruled by Yama, the lord of dharma and justice. While often labelled inauspicious, a south-facing house with correct Vastu can bring stability, strong social standing, and professional success — particularly for lawyers, doctors, and businesspeople.
Key Vastu Corrections for South Facing Homes
- Main Entrance: Place it in padas 1 or 4 of the south wall (never in pada 3 — the central south — which is directly under Yama's influence).
- Compound Wall: The south and west walls should be taller and thicker than north and east walls.
- Master Bedroom: Southwest corner — harnesses the stabilising energy of the southwest.
- Kitchen: Southeast zone as always.
- Garden/Open Space: Keep more open space in the north and east to balance energy.
South Facing Houses in Nepal's Context
In Nepal's hilly terrain, south-facing plots receive maximum winter sunlight — a practical advantage. With proper Vastu, these homes can be warm, bright, and prosperous. Our architects at Vastuveda Designs have designed dozens of Vastu-compliant south-facing homes across Nepal.
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