The Plot Holds the Key to Prosperity

The house where we live gives us both peace and prosperity. It energizes our body, soul, and mind and makes the inhabitants of the house feel happy by maintaining good harmony among the family members. But if the selection of the plot or the house goes wrong, life could be pretty miserable.

In a recent case, a lady was offered a plot in the high- end city of Gurgaon, Haryana for an astronomical amount. She asked me to check the plot for her. The moment I reached the location, I rejected it. It took me no time to reject this plot. What was wrong with the plot? Well, it had one of the gravest flaws a plot can ever have, as far as Vaastu is concerned. It was located between two big plots, whose front areas were more than this plot. A small house sandwiched between two big ones on either side is very bad because the occupants remain under mental pressure exerted by the big houses. This results not only in a suffocating existence, but financial problems and losses too. Selection of the plot also carries a lot of significance. This is the first and the most important point that should be kept in mind. There are so many points that one should take care of while selecting a plot or a constructed house. A few points to be kept in mind while selecting a plot:

Orientation: East or north- facing plots are considered the best. An east- facing plot receives the benefit of the morning sun, while a north- facing plot receives the blessings of Kuber and Soma, ensuring both wealth and health. However, there are distinct benefits of other directions too.

Cardinal directions: A plot should align with the exact cardinal directions — north, south, east or west. Avoid plots that are not exactly aligned.

Shape: Square and rectangle are the most ideal shapes. If constructing on any other shapes, keep the shape of the building square or rectangular. Only circular plot should have a circular building.

Angles: Plot with all corners at right angles is most auspicious. If the plot does not conform to this, ensure the angle on the north- east corner is not more than 90 degrees.

Frontage: Plot with wide frontage and narrow rear, called Singh Mukhakar, is good for commercial purposes, but not for residence. Its reverse, Gau Mukhakar, is ideal for residence, but not for commercial purposes.

The slope of the land: A plot should be elevated towards the south- west and depressed towards the north- east. Reject the plot if the situation is reverse. Although some minor Vaastu defects can be rectified even without demolition of the building or the house but it is always better to opt for an ideal plot, since a plot is the key to ones prosperity!