Living room / hall Vastu: best direction, defects and remedies
The living room is where the family meets and guests are welcomed. Vastu favours the North, East, North-East and North-West, which bring in light and positive energy. No direction is a major defect for a living room, but some are better than others.
At a glance
- Best
- North, North-East, East and North-West
- Acceptable (minor defect)
- South-East, South, South-West, West and Centre
- Avoid (major defect)
- None
Living room / hall in each direction
North
GoodThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
North-East
GoodThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
East
GoodThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
South-East
Minor defectThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
Affects: Relationships, Career
South
Minor defectThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
Affects: Relationships, Career
South-West
Minor defectThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
Affects: Relationships, Career
West
Minor defectThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
Affects: Relationships, Career
North-West
GoodThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
Centre (Brahmasthan)
Minor defectThis zone welcomes light and positive energy for family time.
Affects: Relationships, Career
Placement tips
Place heavy sofas along the South or West walls and keep the North-East corner light and open.
Suggested colours
White, cream, light yellow or light green
Common questions
Which direction is best for the living room as per Vastu?
The best direction is North, North-East, East and North-West. Acceptable, with a minor defect: South-East, South, South-West, West and Centre.
Can I fix a living room Vastu defect without breaking walls?
Usually, yes. Simple remedies such as changing which way you face, moving heavy items, colours and keeping the area clean can be done today. Moving rooms, doors or walls is mainly for homes still being designed or renovated.
How can I check the living room in my own home?
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