Vastu guides › West-facing house
Linked with Varuna. West-facing homes are considered good for business owners in many traditions, and a west entrance is widely accepted.
The facing is the direction you look at when standing inside the main door looking out. On a floor plan, use the north arrow.
These positions apply to every facing; a good layout can make up for a less favoured entrance.
| Room | Best | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | South-East | North-East, North, South-West, Centre |
| Master bedroom | South-West | North-East, South-East, Centre |
| Pooja room | North-East | South, South-West, South-East |
| Living room | North, East, North-East | – |
| Toilet / bathroom | North-West, West | North-East, Centre, South-West, East |
| Children's bedroom | West | North-East, South-East, Centre |
| Staircase | South, South-West, West | North-East, Centre, North, East |
Acceptable. Considered good for business owners in many traditions. Linked with Varuna. West-facing homes are considered good for business owners in many traditions, and a west entrance is widely accepted.
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.
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.