Faq on Vaastu (Part 1)

Q: What is Vastu Shastra?
A: Vastu Shastra is the science of designing buildings in accordance with the laws of nature. These laws state that the balance of the five elements must be maintained in order for beneficial energy to enhance your environment. This science dates back about 7,000 to 10,000 years when it was written in an ancient texts called the Vedas.
Q: Is Vastu Shastra associated with any religion?
A: Vastu Shastra is a mystical science and comes from the Vedic tradition in India like yoga and meditation. Like these practices, the health enhancing, life-giving benefits of Vastu Shastra stand on their own.
Q: Why practice Vastu?
A: If the five elements are balanced and all obstructions to life-supporting energy are removed you will receive the maximum life enhancing energy and support of nature, which will assist you in unfolding your full potential. You will have more opportunities and your thinking will be clear to act on them in the proper time.
Q: When should we practice Vastu?
A: It is best to practice Vastu when purchasing or renting an office, house, apartment or lot and when designing a home. You can also use Vastu for any existing structure or when you are facing problems at home or work.
Q: What is the difference between Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui?
A: They both aim at removing obstructions so that energy can flow freely, which creates environmental harmony. The primary difference is that part of Feng Shui's theory is based on a regional concern that sandstorms, blowing from the north, made a northern entrance to the home unacceptable, whereas Vastu favors entrances on the north and east. Vastu is based on science. Feng Shui is based on local geographic considerations and traditions. They both utilize the five elements; however, Vastu uses earth, water, fire, air and space; whereas Feng Shui replaces earth and space with wood and metal. We have found Vastu Shastra to be more effective for our personal use and for the benefit of our clients.