Sketch a G+1 residential plan according to Vaastu Shastra and Calculation of Loads as per IS code
Aim – sketch the G+1 floor residential plan according to Vaastu shastra
Introduction to Vaastu shastra
Vaastu shastra is the ancient Indian science of architectural and acts as guidelines to design your home in the way that enhance positive energy
Our nature is abundant with powerhouses of energy sources like the sun , wind , moon ,water ,earth and fire
Effect of sunrays ,flow of winds pull of earths magnetic field and other such cosmic energies
A good home needs to radiate the right kind of energy
A person dwelling in a house comes under the influences of a specific energy field which comes under the influences of specific energy field
Architectural changes are not possible for a ready to move in house
Significance of eight directions
*four cardinal direction , north , south ,east and west
*four intercardinal direction north-east ,north-west ,south-east and south-west
Each direction signifies an aspect of life and is governed by various gods
North – wealth
South -dharma
West and east – overall prosperity
Basic principles of vastu shastra
Shape
Rooms should be preferably be square or rectangle
Room basics
Rooms should be airy , well it ,bright and clean
Home center
Center of the house should be an empty space
Stairs and furniture
Heavy furniture should be kept in the south -west direction
Water
Avoid keeping plants and water features in the bedroom
Dining table
Dining space should be near the kitchen and not near the main door
Mirror placement
Mirror facing the bed is strictly not allowed mirrors in the bedroom need to be placed such a way that the bed cannot be seen
Auspicious direction as per vastu shastra
Kitchen
South east is the best
North east to be avoided
Staircase
South west is the best
North east to be avoided
Toilet
Nort west is the best
North east to be avoided
Master bedroom
South west is the best
Guest room
North west is the best
Living room
North west is the best
Over head tank
West is the best
Under ground tank
North east is the best
South west to be avoided
Entrance of the house
Main entrance is not only the entry point for the family but also for energy
Main door should be stronger and bigger than other doors in the house and made of superior quality wood preferably teak wood
Main door should be not dark because good energy is associated with bright and cheery places
Garbage bags ,unwanted things and shoes should be kept away from the main door
Main door should open inward and avoid creaky sounds
The main door should be constructed in a way to ensure that when you step out , you face the north east ,east or in the north east direction
Avoid painting the main door black and placing of animal statues near the door
Living room
Living room should be cluster free and it is the place where the family spends most time together
Living room should face east north or north east north west facing living room is also favourable
Heavy furniture should be kept in the west or south west direction of the living room
Electronic appliances should be installed in the south -east section of the living room
If planning for a mirror in this room, ensure you place in the north wall
An aquarium on the north or east wall for prosperity
A bright picture of sunrise in the southern wall
Shades of yellow , green , beige or blue on walls to infuse liveliness and vibrancy
Bed room
Bedroom in south west direction brings good health and prosperity
Avoid bedroom in northeast as it may cause health issues
Avoid in south east zone as it may cause quarrel among couples
Bed should be placed in the south west corner of the bedroom with head facing west
Avoid placing mirror or television in front of the bed , because reflection cause fight and other domestic disruptions
Avoid having paintings depicting water or a fountain as it could cause emotional outbursts
Using of aromatic oils create an oasis of calm
Never sleep with your head in the north
Avoid overhanging beams in the room to enjoy good health
Use solid wooden beds instead of hollow wrought – iron beds
Paint the bedroom walls in neutral or earthy shades that radiates
Bedrooms are the place for rest and repose and its good to have soothing wall colours for peaceful aura
Pooja rooms
Rooms in a house for meditation and prayers will ensure spiritual growth
East or north east part of your home is perfect for meditation ,yoga and spiritual pursuits
Facing east when you meditate will increase positivity
White , beige or a light yellow or green are great color options for meditation room
Create a sacred altar and decorate with candles or incenses sticks
Kitchen
Following vastu for kitchen ensure a healthy life for your family growth
Keep water sink away from the gas stoves
Fridge needs to be placed at south west corner
Never let your kitchen face a washroom wall nor share a common wall with it
Study room
Select a square or rectangle shape for the study table
Don’t place the table facing a blank wall or window
Placing a table in the north east , east or west direction is ideal
Hanging book shelves are best avoided
Courtyard
Brahmasthan is a unique feature of ancient architecture based on vastu shastra
It is the center of your residence and the holiest and most powerful zone
A traditional home in kerala , the courtyard is always at the center of the house
This part should be perfect and clutter free
The placement of kitchen , bathroom or pillar or beam attracts negative energy
Assumptions
*Size of the column 300mm*300mm
*size of the beam 300mm*450mm
*slab thickness 125mm
Dead load calculation
Dead load calculation as per IS 875 part 1
Column = 0.3*0.3*3*25 = 6.755 kn/m
Beam = 0.3*0.45*25*1 = 3.375 kn/m
Slab = 0.125*25*1 = 3.125 kn/m
Wall load on beam = 0.3*20*3*1 =18 kn/m
Live load calculation as per IS 875 Part 2
Assumption load is distributed uniformly
Live load uniformly distributed load (kn/m2):
Rooms : 2.0
Kitchen : 2.0
Toilet : 2.0
Staircase :3.0
Wind load
If the height of the building is more than 10m then the building needs to be designed for wind load hence here wind load calculation is not necessary the building height less than 10m
