Important Vastu Tips Every Apartment Buyer Must Know
A buyer visited our Kollur site last month with his mother. He liked everything—the location, amenities, pricing, our track record. Was ready to book.
Then his mother asked: “What about Vastu? Is this Vastu compliant?”
He looked embarrassed. “Amma, I don’t really believe in all that…”
She interrupted him gently but firmly: “I’ll be living here too. Vastu matters to me. If the home has bad Vastu, I won’t have peace of mind.”
Right there, we saw the reality: Vastu tips for apartment buyers aren’t just about belief or superstition. They’re about family harmony, peace of mind, and making decisions everyone’s comfortable with.
We’re Vaishno Ventures. We’ve built 10+ projects in Bangalore over 11 years. And here’s what we’ve learned: whether we personally believe in Vastu or not doesn’t matter. What matters is that many of our buyers do. And their peace of mind is our responsibility.
So let’s talk about Vastu in modern apartments—what actually matters, what’s flexible, and how we’ve designed Vaishno Sapphire in Kollur to respect Vastu principles while maintaining modern design.
Why Vastu Still Matters in 2025
We’re practical builders. We deal in concrete and steel, construction schedules and floor plans. So when we say Vastu matters, it’s not coming from blind faith.
Here’s why the importance of Vastu in apartments is real:
It Affects Buying Decisions
About 60-70% of our Bangalore buyers asked about Vastu before booking. That’s not a small minority—that’s most buyers.
Ignore Vastu, and you’re immediately eliminating a huge chunk of potential buyers. Smart business means respecting what matters to customers, even if it’s not what matters to you personally.
It Impacts Resale Value
Try selling an apartment with “bad Vastu”—south-facing, or entrance in certain directions, or kitchen placement that’s considered inauspicious. Your buyer pool shrinks dramatically.
We’ve tracked this in Bangalore. Vastu-compliant apartments typically sell 15-20% faster and often command slightly better prices than identical non-compliant ones.
It Creates Peace of Mind
Here’s the thing: if a family believes in Vastu and you give them a non-compliant home, they’ll never be fully happy. Every problem—job loss, health issue, family conflict—they’ll wonder “is it the Vastu?”
But give them a Vastu-compliant home? They have one less thing to worry about. They can focus on actually living, not constantly anxious about directions and placements.
It’s Part of Cultural Heritage
Like it or not, Vastu is deeply embedded in Indian culture. For many buyers, especially those moving with parents or in-laws, Vastu compliance is non-negotiable.
We can debate whether Vastu science is “real.” What’s undeniably real is that millions of Indians make home-buying decisions based on it.
As builders, we can either fight this reality or work with it. We chose to work with it.
The Challenge with Modern Apartments
Here’s the problem: traditional Vastu principles were developed for standalone houses. Large plots where you control everything—entrance direction, room placement, everything.
Modern apartments? Different story.
You’re in a tower with fixed orientation. You might get a north-facing apartment or a south-facing one depending on which unit you pick. Kitchen and bathroom locations are predetermined. You can’t just “move the main door” because you share a corridor with neighbors.
So how do you apply Vastu for modern apartment living?
What We Can Control vs. What We Can’t
What we control as builders:
- Overall plot orientation and planning
- Tower placement on the plot
- Common entrance locations
- Overall master plan following Vastu principles
- Internal layout of apartments (room placements)
What individual buyers control:
- Choosing apartment based on direction preference (north, south, east, west)
- Interior design and furniture placement within their apartment
- Entrance door treatment (colors, thresholds, symbols)
- Fixing minor Vastu issues through remedies
What nobody fully controls in apartments:
- The exact plot orientation (you work with the land you get)
- Neighboring buildings and their influence
- Shared corridor and lift placements
- Some structural limitations
Understanding these constraints is key to Vastu for flats and apartments. You work within what’s possible, not chase perfection.
Basic Vastu Principles That Actually Matter
We’re not Vastu experts—we’re builders. But after consulting Vastu specialists for 11 years and hearing what buyers care about, here are the principles that matter most:
1. Main Entrance Direction
Traditional preference: North or East-facing entrances are considered most auspicious. Northeast is best.
Reality in apartments: Your apartment entrance faces the corridor, which faces some direction based on tower design. The building entrance matters more for overall energy.
What we do: Design common building entrances in favorable directions where possible. Offer apartments in multiple orientations so buyers can choose.
2. Living Room Placement
Vastu principle: Should be in the north, northeast, or east portions of the home. The lightest, most open area.
Why it makes sense: These are directions where you get good natural light. Whether you believe in energy flow or not, bright living rooms feel better.
What we do: Plan living rooms facing north/east in apartment layouts wherever practical.
3. Kitchen Location
Vastu principle: Southeast is ideal (fire element). Northeast should be avoided (this is water corner).
Why it makes sense: Southeast gets good sunlight for ventilation and drying. Practical reasoning aligns with Vastu.
What we do: Our standard layouts place kitchens in southeast or northwest (also acceptable). We avoid northeast kitchens.
4. Bedroom Placement
Vastu principle: Master bedroom in southwest. Children in northwest or west. Northeast should be kept light and open.
Why it makes sense: Southwest rooms are often quieter (away from common corridor noise). Good for master bedroom.
What we do: Master bedrooms typically in southwest in our designs. Other bedrooms in compatible directions.
5. Bathroom Locations
Vastu principle: Avoid northeast corner. West or northwest is better.
Why it makes sense: Keep the northeast (considered most sacred) as open/light space. Makes practical sense for layout too.
What we do: Bathrooms in west/northwest portions. No northeast bathroom placements.
6. Balcony Direction
Vastu preference: North or east-facing balconies are favored. Bring in positive energy.
Why it makes sense: These directions get pleasant light without harsh afternoon sun. Genuinely more comfortable.
What we do: Offer apartments with balconies in multiple directions. Majority north/east where tower orientation allows.
How We’ve Applied Vastu at Vaishno Sapphire
Let’s get specific about what we’re doing in Kollur. This is about buying a Vastu compliant apartment in Kollur from us.
Master Plan Level
Plot evaluation: When we acquired this 2.7-acre plot, we consulted with a Vastu specialist to understand the plot’s inherent energy and how to optimize placement.
Main entrance: The primary entrance to Vaishno Sapphire is positioned in an auspicious direction based on the plot orientation.
Tower placement: Both towers are positioned to allow maximum north and east-facing apartments. We didn’t just randomly place towers—their orientation was planned.
Open space in northeast: We’ve kept the northeast corner relatively open with landscaping and light structures, following traditional Vastu principles.
Amenities placement: Heavier structures (clubhouse, gym) are in southwest/south portions. Lighter elements (gardens, play areas) in north/east.
Apartment Layout Level
Multiple orientations available: We have apartments facing north, south, east, and west. If you have a strong Vastu preference, you can choose accordingly.
Kitchen placement: Across our 2BHK and 3BHK designs, kitchens are in southeast or northwest corners. No northeast kitchens anywhere.
Master bedroom: Southwest placement in most floor plans. Following traditional Vastu wisdom for the main bedroom.
Bathrooms: Positioned in west or northwest. Northeast corners kept for living areas or bedrooms, not bathrooms.
Living room: Typically in north or east portion, getting good natural light and following Vastu preferences.
Pooja room provision: In 3BHK apartments, we’ve provided dedicated space for pooja room in northeast portion (traditional preference).
Balconies: Most apartments have balconies opening to north or east, bringing in morning light.
What We Can’t Control (And Honest About It)
Absolute perfection: Not every apartment can be perfectly Vastu-compliant in every aspect. That’s the reality of multi-story buildings.
Individual variations: Some apartments will be more Vastu-aligned than others based on their position in the tower. We don’t hide this—we help you choose the right unit.
Personal beliefs vary: Some buyers want strict Vastu, others are flexible, others don’t care. We accommodate all types.
Neighboring properties: We can’t control what’s being built around our project. External Vastu influences are beyond our scope.
We’re honest about these limitations. Perfect Vastu in apartments is an ideal, not always a reality. We do our best within practical constraints.
Choosing the Right Apartment for Your Vastu Needs
When you visit Vaishno Sapphire, here’s how to evaluate Vastu compliant apartments in Hyderabad:
Ask These Questions
“Which apartments are north/east-facing?” If you have a strong preference for direction, start here. We’ll show you available options.
“Where is the kitchen in this layout?” Check if it’s southeast/northwest (good) or northeast (not ideal).
“Can I see the floor plan marked with directions?” We provide floor plans with clear directional markings. Study them.
“Is there flexibility for pooja room?” In 3BHK, we have dedicated space. In 2BHK, we can suggest placement.
“What about entrance door direction?” Your apartment door faces the corridor. Check where that corridor is oriented.
“Can I do Vastu remedies if needed?” We’ll tell you what’s structurally changeable and what’s not.
Don’t Obsess Over Every Detail
Here’s our advice after seeing hundreds of buyers: don’t let Vastu paralysis stop you from buying a good home.
Major principles matter—entrance direction, kitchen location, bedroom placement. Get these broadly right.
Minor details—exact inches, specific sub-directions, every little aspect—these can often be addressed through simple remedies or interior design.
We’ve seen buyers reject great apartments over tiny Vastu concerns that a simple remedy could fix. Don’t be that person. Keep perspective.
Vastu Remedies Can Help
If you love an apartment but it has minor Vastu concerns, remedies exist:
Colors: Using specific colors in specific rooms to balance energy Mirrors: Strategic placement to redirect energy flow
Plants: Certain plants in certain corners for positive energy
Symbols: Placing auspicious symbols at entrances or rooms
Lighting: Using specific lighting to brighten “dark” Vastu areas
These aren’t magic. But for believers, they provide peace of mind. And that’s what matters.
What Vastu Consultants Tell Us
Over 11 years, we’ve worked with several Vastu experts for our projects. Here’s the common advice they give for modern apartments:
The 80/20 Principle
Get 80% of major Vastu principles right at the design stage. The remaining 20% of minor concerns can be addressed by buyers through remedies and adjustments.
Don’t chase 100% perfect Vastu in apartments—it’s often impossible without compromising functionality or aesthetics.
Practical Energy Flow
Much of Vastu is about energy flow—sunlight, air, positive atmosphere. These have practical benefits whether you believe in mystical energy or not.
North/east light is pleasant. Southeast kitchens ventilate well. Southwest master bedrooms are quieter. Good design often aligns with Vastu naturally.
Intention Matters
Vastu isn’t just about mechanics—it’s about intention. A home built with positive intention, care for residents, and attention to their needs has good “energy” regardless of perfect directional alignment.
We think about this when building. We’re not just putting up buildings—we’re creating homes where families will live, grow, make memories.
Modern Adaptations
Traditional Vastu was for a different time. Modern Vastu experts acknowledge this and offer flexible interpretations suitable for contemporary living.
Rigid traditional Vastu might say “no south-facing homes.” Modern interpretation says “south-facing is fine with proper design considerations.” We follow the practical, adapted approach.
Our Philosophy on Vastu at Vaishno Ventures
Let us be clear about our stance:
We respect Vastu. Not necessarily because we all personally believe in every aspect, but because our buyers do, and their peace of mind matters.
We incorporate Vastu principles at the master planning and design stage wherever practical without compromising functionality or safety.
We’re honest about limitations. We don’t claim perfect Vastu. We explain what we’ve done and what’s possible.
We offer choices. Multiple apartment orientations so buyers can choose based on their Vastu preferences.
We don’t use Vastu as a gimmick. We won’t claim mystical benefits or charge premium for “Vastu-certified” homes. We just build sensibly and let buyers evaluate.
We provide information. Direction markings on floor plans, Vastu consultation support if needed, honest answers to questions.
This balanced approach has worked in Bangalore for 11 years. It’ll work in Hyderabad too.
Beyond Vastu: What Really Makes a Good Home
We’ll be honest with you: we’ve seen people obsess over Vastu and ignore practical factors that matter more for daily happiness.
An apartment could have perfect Vastu but:
- Bad construction quality (walls crack, seepage happens)
- Poor location (stuck in traffic for hours daily)
- Terrible amenities (broken gym, dirty pool)
- No community (isolated, lonely living)
- Bad builder (delays, unresponsive, cheats)
Is that a good home? No.
Meanwhile, we’ve seen families thrive in apartments that weren’t perfectly Vastu-compliant but had:
- Excellent construction quality
- Great location and connectivity
- Working, well-maintained amenities
- Strong, happy community
- Reliable builder who delivered as promised
Our advice: Use Vastu as one factor, not the only factor.
Check Vastu principles? Yes. But also check:
- Builder track record and reputation
- Construction quality and specifications
- Location and daily commute
- Amenities and lifestyle factors
- Price and investment potential
- Community and environment
A good home is one where you’re happy to live. Vastu is part of that, but not all of it.
Vastu Checklist for Apartment Buyers
When evaluating any Vastu for flats and apartments, check these key points:
Main entrance direction – Building and apartment entrance
Apartment orientation – North/East preferred by many
Kitchen location – Southeast or Northwest, avoid Northeast
Master bedroom – Southwest preferred
Bathrooms – West or Northwest, avoid Northeast
Living room – North, Northeast, or East if possible
Pooja room – Northeast corner provision (in larger apartments)
Natural light – North and East get pleasant light
Open spaces – Check if Northeast is kept relatively open
Balcony direction – Personal preference matters here
If 70-80% of these align well, you have a reasonably Vastu-compliant apartment. Don’t obsess over 100% perfection.
Come Visit Sapphire, Bring Your Vastu Concerns
Here’s our invitation: come to Vaishno Sapphire with all your Vastu questions and concerns.
We’ll show you:
- Master plan with directional markings
- How we’ve positioned towers and entrances
- Different apartment floor plans with compass directions marked
- Where kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms are placed in each layout
- Which apartments face which directions
We’ll answer:
- Any Vastu-related questions honestly
- What we’ve done to follow Vastu principles
- What’s flexible and what’s fixed
- How to choose the right unit for your needs
We’ll help you:
- Understand realistic Vastu expectations in apartments
- Choose an apartment that matches your Vastu preferences
- Connect with Vastu consultant if you want third-party validation
We’re not Vastu experts, but we’ve designed with Vastu awareness. Come see for yourself if it meets your requirements.
Our Commitment on Vastu
For buyers looking at Vastu compliant apartments in Hyderabad, specifically at Vaishno Sapphire, here’s what we commit:
Vastu-conscious design at master plan and apartment level
Clear information with direction markings on all floor plans
Multiple options across orientations for buyer choice
Honest assessment of what’s Vastu-compliant and what’s not
No gimmicks – we don’t charge extra for “Vastu certification”
Consultation support if you want to bring your Vastu advisor
We build homes where families should feel at peace. If Vastu compliance contributes to that peace, we’re committed to it.
Not because we’re forcing beliefs on anyone, but because we respect what matters to you.
Vaishno Sapphire
Kollur, Hyderabad
RERA: P01100010046
Built with respect for tradition, designed for modern living.
Visit us: Vaishno Sapphire site, Kollur, Hyderabad
See our approach: Floor plans with directional markings available
Bring your Vastu advisor: We welcome third-party validation
Check us: www.vaishnoventures.com
Vastu is personal. We respect that. Come see how we’ve balanced tradition with practicality.
