Modern apartments offer comfort and convenience, but during Vastu consultations, I often notice a few common mistakes that are easy to correct and can make a noticeable difference in the overall feel of a home.

A Cluttered Entrance: The main door is often surrounded by shoe racks, delivery boxes, unused items, or broken décor. Keeping the entrance clean, organized, and well-lit helps create a more welcoming and positive atmosphere.

Heavy Storage in the North-East: Many families use the North-East corner for storing cartons, luggage, or bulky furniture. This area is best kept light, clean, and free from unnecessary storage to maintain openness within the home.

A Blocked Centre of the House: The centre of the home is frequently occupied by heavy furniture, stacked items, or storage units. Keeping this space as open and clutter-free as possible supports better movement and a sense of balance.

Mirrors Reflecting the Bed: Large wardrobe mirrors facing the bed have become common in modern apartments. If possible, position mirrors so they do not directly reflect the bed, or cover them while sleeping.

Holding on to Broken Items: Stopped clocks, damaged electronics, cracked decorative pieces, and unused household items often remain in homes for years. Regularly repairing, recycling, or removing such items helps maintain a more organized living environment.

Most apartment-related Vastu concerns do not require renovation or demolition. In many cases, simple changes in placement, organization, and maintenance can create a more harmonious and comfortable living space.

Anupma Agrwal
Astro-Vastu Consultant