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Vastu Architecture
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The Sanskrit word vastu means "any really existing or abiding substance or essence, thing, object, article", and also "goods, wealth, property". Vastu also takes the meaning of "the site or foundation of a house, site, ground, building or dwelling-place, habitation, homestead, house".
Vastu Shastra or the science of construction is an Indian traditional system of building architecture based on directional alignments. According to Vastu Shastra, the world comprises of five basic elements earth, water, air, fire and space. It’s believed our planet has life because of the presence and balance of these five elements.
In Indian architecture, the dwelling is itself a shrine. It is not merely a shelter for human beings in which to rest and eat. The concept behind house design is sacred and spiritual. There are many principles in Vastu Shastra. To mention a few which involve certain mathematical calculations, Maana is used for proportional relationships in a building and Aayaadi specifies conditions for maximum wellbeing and benefits for the residents of a building.
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