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South-West-facing house Vastu

The south-west is the earth zone, best kept heavy and closed. Most Vastu schools treat a south-west entrance as the most challenging, but remedies exist.

Main entrance facing South-West
Best avoided: Widely considered the most unfavourable entrance.
Remedy: Keep the entrance bright; fix a brass or copper strip along the threshold; avoid dark colours on the door.
Score your south-west-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-west facing house good as per Vastu?

Best avoided. Widely considered the most unfavourable entrance. The south-west is the earth zone, best kept heavy and closed. Most Vastu schools treat a south-west entrance as the most challenging, but remedies exist.

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-west entrance?

Keep the entrance bright; fix a brass or copper strip along the threshold; avoid dark colours on the door.

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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.