Vastu guides › Kitchen
The kitchen is ruled by Agni, the fire element, so Vastu places it in the south-east, the fire zone. Practically, a south-east kitchen gets morning sun, which keeps it bright and dry.
| Direction | Why, and what to do |
|---|---|
| NorthBest avoided | Traditionally not recommendedRemedy: Place the stove in the South-East corner of the kitchen and cook facing East; keep the North-East of the kitchen light and clutter-free. |
| North-EastBest avoided | Traditionally not recommendedRemedy: Place the stove in the South-East corner of the kitchen and cook facing East; keep the North-East of the kitchen light and clutter-free. |
| EastAcceptable | Generally fine |
| South-EastIdeal | Fire zone, the classic kitchen position |
| SouthAcceptable | Generally fine |
| South-WestBest avoided | Traditionally not recommendedRemedy: Use yellow or earthy tones; keep the gas stove away from the South-West corner. |
| WestAcceptable | Generally fine |
| North-WestAcceptable | Second-best kitchen position |
| CentreBest avoided | Traditionally not recommendedRemedy: Keep the centre free of clutter and heavy furniture, with good lighting. |
The south-east is considered ideal. The kitchen is ruled by Agni, the fire element, so Vastu places it in the south-east, the fire zone. Practically, a south-east kitchen gets morning sun, which keeps it bright and dry.
Vastu advises against the north-east, north, south-west, centre. If you can't move it, simple remedies are listed in the table above.
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Vastu Shastra is a traditional system and practitioners differ on details. This score is a general guide based on common principles, not a guarantee. For important decisions, consult an expert.