Vaastu is a science of direction, shapes and position of the place and surrounding in which we live in. It takes care of the health and happiness of the individual. This is a allied subject and remedial part of Vedic Astrology. This is the result-oriented field to assure harmony with the universal rhythm of creation resulting in health, wealth, prosperity, wisdom, by adjusting the things around us to our benefit. The five elements Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Sky govern our life.
Vaastu Shastra is an ancient science, which is called structural science, which lays down certain astrological rules and regulations. The recommendations are based on certain rules perfected over hundreds of years by our great sages and Rishis. It takes into consideration factors like profession, age, marital status, children, etc. of the occupants. Directions of the house/plot where house is to be constructed as well as location and directions of various segments of the house like bedroom, lounge, kitchen, bathrooms, corridors, etc. Buildings and apartments with appropriate Vaastu provide health, happiness and prosperity where as negative Vaastu will have losses in health, Ill-repute, hurdles etc.