Vastu Shastra – The Science of Architecture

Vastu, the architectural science of India is one of the 64 vedic arts. All vedic arts are highly developed and intricate. They require patience, deep contemplation, sharp intelligence and wisdom to perform properly. Vastu Shastra, which literally translated means ‘the Science of Buildings’. Like Ayurveda, Vastu is also developed for improving the existence of a man. A desire to sleep peacefully in a house has made the sages and scholars of Ancient India to study for years in details about the earth and the components which influence the earth and human alike, has resulted in the formation of a science called Vastu Shastra. The factors influencing a Site are topography, roads, surrounding structures, the Sun’s effects, Earth’s magnetic field, Earth’s energy fields, the cardinal directions and Nature’s elements. Vastu shastra lays down guidelines and tips for the ‘design of buildings’, so that Man can benefit from the useful and positive effects of these factors and is protected from the harmful and negative effects.

Ayadi Calculation

Ayadi calculation is one of the most important part in Sthapatya Veda, Ayadi Calculation is also called as Ayadi Shadvarga or the Building formulae. The Scriptures as well as the ancient architects (Sthapatis) considered the dwellings as a living organism, irrespective of temple, residential homes, palaces etc.

The knowledge of Ayadi is used by the designer to determine the effects of the physical structure on the individual. The homeowner is born under the influence of a particular birth star. The building is considered to be a living being and also has a birth star. Ayadi calculations attempt to harmonize the energies created by the influence of the birth star of the person and that of the building. When these energies are harmonized the dweller experiences material prosperity and spiritual well being. Ayadi is also said to be able to affect the fate of the individual.

Like human beings, Vastu also has a horoscope. The Ayadi Shadvargas denote the horoscope of a Vaastu. It is the guiding formulae for the prosperity and well being of the inhabitants of the house. Here a master designer can change the horoscope of the artifact he designs, by giving due attention to the Ayadi Shadvarga formulae.

Traditional Indian Vastu and Western Vastu (Geopathology)

Geopathology is a science that deals with the study of pathologic (sickening, harmful) energies emitted from the earth that interfere with the healthy functioning of cell metabolism in our body. Geopathic Stress mainly occurs from natural sources, but can be caused, as well, by man-made electro-magnetic devices and applications such as cell phones, computers, power lines, etc.European Science has researched this topic for nearly a century and provides important insights about the significance on longterm and chronic health challenges.

Earth and It’s Magnetic Field

The Earth’s magnetic field is similar to that of a bar magnet with one pole near the geographic North pole and the other near the geographic South pole. The Earth’s magnetic field is mostly caused by convection of molten iron within the outer liquid core, along with a ‘Coriolis Effect’ caused by the overall planetary rotation, which organizes these “electric currents” in rolls aligned along the North-South polar axis.

How does the Earth’s Magnetic Field affect living things?

It is scientifically known that the Earth’s magnetic field affects humans and animals in different ways because every cell within them not only reacts to electromagnetic currents but also produces them. For example the Earth’s magnetic field could generate electric fields and currents around the heart and slightly impede the flow of blood.

Psychiatrists have noticed a correlation between increased geomagnetic activity and increased suicide rates and clinical depression. This has been explained by Kelly Posner, a Psychiatrist at Columbia University in the US: “The most plausible explanation for the association between geomagnetic activity and depression and suicide is that geomagnetic storms can desynchronise circadian rhythms and melatonin production. The circadian regulatory system depends upon repeated environmental cues to synchronise internal clocks, and magnetic fields may be one of these environmental cues. Geomagnetic storms could disrupt body clocks, precipitating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and therefore increased suicide risk.

The Importance of Natural Sunlight in Our Home

Nothing is more important to us on Earth than the Sun. Without the Sun's heat and light, the Earth would be a lifeless ball of ice-coated rock. The Sun warms our seas, stirs our atmosphere, generates our weather patterns, and gives energy to the growing green plants that provide the food and oxygen for life on Earth.

Sunlight not only lifts the level of health for our house, but also it does the same for our body in the following ways:

Importance of Home Lighting

Home lighting as an essential decorating element. Lighting is the most essential element in the decoration of home. We all need to bring more lighting into our homes. Lighting creates, paradoxically, both reality and illusion. Lighting fixtures illuminate our treasured objects and highlights our favourite colours, as well as affects our mood, performance, and mental health on a daily basis.