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South-facing house Vastu

South-facing homes are often wrongly feared. Many practitioners accept them when the door sits in the south-east half of the south side, and the rest of the layout matters more.

Main entrance facing South
Acceptable: Many practitioners accept it if the door is in the South-East half.
Remedy: Keep the entrance well lit; a brass or copper strip along the threshold is traditionally suggested.
Score your south-facing home

The facing is the direction you look at when standing inside the main door looking out. On a floor plan, use the north arrow.

Best room layout

These positions apply to every facing; a good layout can make up for a less favoured entrance.

RoomBestAvoid
KitchenSouth-EastNorth-East, North, South-West, Centre
Master bedroomSouth-WestNorth-East, South-East, Centre
Pooja roomNorth-EastSouth, South-West, South-East
Living roomNorth, East, North-East–
Toilet / bathroomNorth-West, WestNorth-East, Centre, South-West, East
Children's bedroomWestNorth-East, South-East, Centre
StaircaseSouth, South-West, WestNorth-East, Centre, North, East

Questions

Is a south facing house good as per Vastu?

Acceptable. Many practitioners accept it if the door is in the South-East half. South-facing homes are often wrongly feared. Many practitioners accept them when the door sits in the south-east half of the south side, and the rest of the layout matters more.

What matters more than the facing?

The position of the kitchen, master bedroom, toilets and the centre of the home usually matters more than the facing alone. Check the whole layout before deciding.

What are the remedies for a south entrance?

Keep the entrance well lit; a brass or copper strip along the threshold is traditionally suggested.

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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.