Here are six practical tips explaining some important Vastu principles. By applying them to your own living situation you will be able to positively influence the energies in your living or working environment.

1) Keep the northeast of any room or building as clean, open & clutter-free as possible.

2) Heavy objects and furniture should be positioned in the southwest, keeping this direction as heavy and blocked as possible.

3) Keep the centre or middle of your house as open as possible to allow space for the ether element.

4) Entrances are best placed in the north and east and it is recommended that usage of entrances in the south and west is reduced or ceased entirely.

5) The 'fire' element is assigned to the southeast and consequently is the best direction for placement of the kitchen and electrical appliances etc.

6) Avoid sleeping with your head facing in a northerly direction.

(NB: Vastu is a holistic science and whilst each of these tips, when applied, will bring improvements in the quality of your living space, a thorough and detailed assessment of the overall living space is recommended for a more accurate and balanced analysis.)