Wie kann ein Gebäude oder bebaute Umwelt Wohlstand fördern?

There is a theory of order that is explored in the traditions of Yoga, Sthaptaya Veda, Music and Dance.This theory postulates the intrinsic order or rhythm that connects the individual elements to the entire system, and follows a working methodology to create order in a chaotic environment so that healing and vibrancy may be established.

Gaining wealth through Vaastu is a little like this. The building when designed with the right balance of aesthetics and proportions in harmony with Natural Law will impart a certain flavour and harmony to the occupants of a space, but unless they are able to bring about a balance and a seeking for excellence in their own lives, the building would remain only an unused resource.

Every individual in his or her pursuit of excellence learns to respect time, energy and activity. When the three are placed in a mutually enriching configuration the individual is capable of shifting from a simple linear growth into a quantum leap. Such a shift of consciousness is the essential ingredient of the human search for meaning in life. This leap is possible in any walk of life, doing any task or activity provided the individual is in a search for order. This search or quest is often referred to as spiritual transformation.

In the field of building design there are four elements that have to be ordered. The universal energies, the unbound space, the physical form and the people who would inhabit the space. When the four are aligned in a way that is appropriate for the context and application, it is stated that the occupants would experience well being and holistic unfolding.

The building composed of the living room, kitchen, bedroom, toilet, and so on is not sufficient to bring about well-being in the family. It is necessary for the building to have certain proportions, spatial configurations, shape, size and underlying connections for the family to be able to touch its full potential. A house that takes into account the basic concepts of energy level planning, cosmology and vedic measurements and proportions is capable of taking the family into deeper levels of self awareness, awakening,and healing of the inner consciousness. The Vaastu tradition makes the promise of well being, prosperity, health, achievement, friendship, and spiritual growth. These benefits are not offered as abstract results, but as clearly defined design parameters and sacred measurements that can be applied in a practical situation.

The concepts of Vaastu when understood well can be adapted for all contexts with ease.

Many interventions can be made in the field of design which will offer benefits and positive results for the occupants of the building, whether residential, commercial or educational.

1. The designed space and form can offer aesthetic pleasure to the occupants.

2. The module employed in the design or the width of the building can be by applying Vedic measurements and proportions. .

3. The design can be a combination of functional needs, psychological comfort, and spiritual well-being.

4. The mystical nature of directions, cosmology and the larger quest of people for their spiritual awakening can be addressed through the design.

5. Benefits such as health, prosperity, friendship and harmony can be offered through the linear measures adopted in the design.

Vastu is actually a sensible way of recreating universal connections and a very practical, eco-sensitive design process.

Vastu principles play a major role in converting this precious capital of human ressources into much needed wealth to eradicate poverty and provide employment opportunities. As the proverb goes: Build right to grow in might! But not in dstructive might, in constrcutive, evolutionary, supportive might, might which consists of creativity, optimism, elan vital, the desire to achieve for the welfare of all.

Another consideration in terms of promoting prosperity, health and well-being should be given to water bodies. According to Maharishi Sthapatya Veda the presence of water ponds, Fountains or a river in the East and North, North-East directions; especially if the water is flowing towards East or South is conducing for prosperity, health and well-being. Water in directions other than these can reduce prosperity, as well as health and good luck.