Balcony / sit-out Vastu: best direction, defects and remedies
Open spaces let in light and air. Vastu favours balconies in the North, East and North-East, where the morning sun comes in. Here is how each direction is rated for a balcony or sit-out.
At a glance
- Best
- North, North-East and East
- Acceptable (minor defect)
- South-East, West and North-West
- Avoid (major defect)
- South and South-West
Balcony / sit-out in each direction
North
GoodAn open balcony here lets in morning light and fresh air.
North-East
GoodAn open balcony here lets in morning light and fresh air.
East
GoodAn open balcony here lets in morning light and fresh air.
South-East
Minor defectOpenness in this zone is traditionally less favourable.
Affects: Health
South
Major defectOpenness in this zone is traditionally less favourable.
Affects: Health
South-West
Major defectOpenness in this zone is traditionally less favourable.
Affects: Health
West
Minor defectOpenness in this zone is traditionally less favourable.
Affects: Health
North-West
Minor defectOpenness in this zone is traditionally less favourable.
Affects: Health
Remedies if your balcony is in the wrong direction
Start with the simple remedies. Bigger changes are mainly for homes that are still being designed.
For any other direction that isn't ideal
Simple · no tools needed
Keep it open and green
Keep the balcony clean, with light plants, and avoid heavy storage there.
Placement tips
Keep it clean and open, with light plants.
Suggested colours
Light green or white
Common questions
Which direction is best for the balcony as per Vastu?
The best direction is North, North-East and East. Acceptable, with a minor defect: South-East, West and North-West. Treated as a major defect, so best avoided: South and South-West.
Is a balcony in the South bad?
In Vastu, yes. Openness in this zone is traditionally less favourable. It is treated as a major defect. The remedies above can ease it, and many need no demolition.
Can I fix a balcony Vastu defect without breaking walls?
Usually, yes. Simple remedies such as changing which way you face, moving heavy items, colours and keeping the area clean can be done today. Moving rooms, doors or walls is mainly for homes still being designed or renovated.
How can I check the balcony in my own home?
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