When there is an imbalance between the five chief elements of nature, it turns into some sort of agitation, sorrow, failure, poor economic condition and many other negative results for a human being. Vaastu Shastra comprises of one of the most suitable ways to overcome such problems. It suggests ways in which you can live in agreement with the laws of nature, so that you remain healthy, be peaceful and work efficiently. So, it is advisable to consult a good Vaastu expert and follow his/her advice sincerely, when constructing a new structure Vaastu Shastra which is considered a conduit between man and nature is based on the infinite powers of the five elements - fire, water, earth, and air and space. The residential and commercial spaces constructed nowadays rely on the basics of the five Elements in all aspects of planning, construction and doing the interiors. The five Elements or the Paanchbhootas which are embedded in almost all materials in the world are used by Vaastu Shastra to diminish the problems of occupants that might arise in a dwelling either home or office by changes in exterior and interior structural configurations.
Vaastu Shastra as a science also stresses on the orientation of a building or structure. It emphasizes that the orientation of a building and its design is not only significant with the purpose of energy conservation but also for the purpose of offering a life which brings good health, wealth and prosperity for its occupants. It is believed that the orientation or direction of a building, according to Vaastu is planned on the basis of the rotational setting of the planets and those buildings that are not planned keeping in mind the orientation and not constructed with suitable building materials as proposed by Vaastu see their decline to ruins much faster than those built otherwise.
Orientation in Vaastu Shastra refers to the eight directions set as the guiding force, which rules the life and destiny of the occupants who reside in the particular direction of the house. The basic directions according to Vaastu are East, West, North and South. And Northeast, Southeast, Southwest and Northwest are considered to be the conjunction points where the two basic directions meet and such directions are of much significance as they hold the power to execute the powers of both the directions. So Vaastu Shastra is mainly based on the accumulating of strengths diversified by the forces, in co-existence to the Paanchbhootas or the five Elements.
Vaastu as a subject is an amalgamation of art, science, astrology and astronomy. Vaastu which literally refers to the dwelling or shelter, is planned and implemented taking into consideration the effect of the forces in the environment and the 'Paanchbhootas' so as to maintain a state of balance, thus maneuvering our luck, health, wealth, karma (deeds) and the essentials of life.Vaastu Shastra is adapted in the construction of structures in modern days on the basis of creating a harmony between the Elements in the environment - Air, Water, Space, Fire and Earth. The diversified field of Vaastu Shastra extends from choosing a plot of land to the planning and execution of design, to the construction of the building or structure and finally to the moving of the occupants or Grihapravesh to the new house.
Vaastu can be used in the micro and macro level depending in which field it is used. While Vaastu has become a backbone for people who construct their abodes with expectations of living a happy and prosperous life, it is also now prominent among developers and constructors which adopt Vaastu for their projects in the development of housing colonies, hotels, and almost all the major residential and commercial properties in India. Even Towns and cities are planned according to Vaastu and it has been seen since ancient times that temples, monuments, town and cities constructed on the parameters of Vaastu Shastra are more flourishing compared to those debarred from it
Arjun & Associates
and Vaastu Sasthra :
Arjun & Associates is the only group of Engineers and architects specialised in design and construction of all types of buildings based on Vaastu Sasthra, incorporating traditional Kerala architecture with modern technology. The topography of Kerala is different from that of other states in India, as it is a mixture of plain and hilly areas and it receives rain for nearly eight months in a year. Hence, the shape and construction technique of buildings in Kerala like the Naalukettu, Manas etc. are distinct from other provinces.
The Padmanabhapuram Palace, Krishnapuram Palace, Kanakakunnu Palace etc are the prominent existing landmarks in Kerala. Our ancestors have preserved this mode of construction with great care. The main quality of this construction is its proportionality in length, width and height, which is due to its uniqueness in measurements based on "Vaastu Sasthra". This science of building technology and style of construction is fast declining into the past
Having done the documentation and research of Several old palaces, Manas, residential buildings all over Kerala, like the Krishnapuram palace (in Kayamkulam), the Padmanabhapuram Palace (Padmanabhapuram - which was once the capital of Travancore), Vadassery Amma Veedu, Kuthiramallika (Thiruvananthapuram), etc. constructed several centuries earlier and designed according to the ancient science of Vaastu Shastra and still reign their grandeur, Arjun & Associates are in the process of retrieving this waning glory and splendor of traditional architecture in this millennium using cost effective modern technology.