From वास्तु (vastu)—dwelling, site, building; and शास्त्र (shastra)—science, treatise.
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Vastu integrates the five elements with directions:
The cosmic diagram underlying Vastu—a deity (Purusha) laid out in a grid, with different body parts corresponding to different zones of a building.
Explore Vastu Shastra—the Indian science of space and architecture. Discover how building design affects consciousness, the integration of Sthool (structure) and Sukshma (energy), and practical principles for creating spaces that support wellbeing, focus, and spiritual growth.