Table of Contents
- What Do I Look at in Commercial Vastu?
- 7 Vastu Considerations I Recommend for Offices and Businesses
- Vastu for Home Offices
- Can Vastu Support Business Growth?
- Commercial Vastu Mistakes I Frequently See
- When Should a Business Owner Consider Vastu Consultation?
- Commercial Vastu Consultation in Chandigarh and Across India
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Final Thoughts
- About Aniljit Devgunn
Over the years, I have worked with business owners who have approached me with questions about the Vastu of their offices, shops, showrooms and other commercial properties.
I have noticed that many business owners initially look for a simple answer — Which direction should my office be in? Where should I keep my desk? Which direction is best for business growth?
In my experience, commercial Vastu cannot be understood through one direction or one rule.
An office is different from a shop. A showroom is different from a clinic. A manufacturing unit is different from a corporate workplace.
Every business space has its own layout, purpose and requirements.
As a Vastu Consultant in Chandigarh, I provide consultation for offices, shops and commercial properties in Chandigarh and the Tricity. I also work with clients who have commercial properties in major cities across India, including Ludhiana, Bathinda, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ambala, Karnal, Hisar, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Surat, Kanpur and Lucknow.
In this article, I want to share some of the important things I believe business owners should understand about commercial Vastu.
What Do I Look at in Commercial Vastu?
When I assess a commercial property, there are several areas that can be relevant from a Vastu perspective.
Depending on the type of business and property, these may include:
- Main entrance
- Owner’s cabin
- Employee seating
- Reception
- Meeting areas
- Accounts department
- Cash counter
- Storage
- Pantry
- Washrooms
- Staircases
- Electrical areas
- Customer movement
- Overall layout
However, I don’t believe that these areas should simply be checked one by one using a standard checklist.
The nature of the business and the property itself are important.
7 Vastu Considerations I Recommend for Offices and Businesses
1. Pay Close Attention to the Main Entrance
Whenever I assess a commercial property, the main entrance is one of the areas I pay attention to.
The entrance is where employees, customers, clients and visitors enter the business premises. From a Vastu perspective, I consider its direction and position in relation to the property.
I always try to ensure that the entrance is appropriate according to Vastu and complements the overall Vastu of the business premises.
At the same time, I believe the entrance should also be practical.
It should be easy to identify, accessible, properly maintained and free from unnecessary obstruction.
If someone is planning a new office or commercial property, I generally believe it is better to consider such matters during the planning stage rather than trying to make significant changes later.
2. Give Attention to the Owner’s Seating
The seating position of the owner or senior decision-maker is traditionally considered important in commercial Vastu.
One thing I don’t recommend is blindly following an online direction chart and moving the owner’s desk without considering the actual property.
Every office has its own circumstances.
The owner’s cabin, surrounding areas and overall arrangement can be very different from one property to another.
This is why I prefer to assess the individual property before suggesting any changes.
3. Employee Seating Is Also Worth Considering
Employees are an important part of any organisation, and they spend a significant amount of their working day in the office.
Traditional Vastu gives importance to the direction and arrangement of employee seating.
In my experience, there are certain directions that are traditionally considered more supportive of an employee’s stability and longevity within an organisation.
However, I always believe that practical requirements should also be respected.
An office should allow employees to work comfortably, communicate with one another and move around without difficulty.
Factors such as lighting, ventilation, privacy, desk arrangement and available space should not be ignored simply because of a Vastu consideration.
4. Don’t Ignore the Reception Area
The reception is often the first area a customer or visitor sees when entering an office.
I therefore believe that it deserves attention from both a practical and Vastu perspective.
A reception should ideally be:
- Easy to locate
- Organised
- Comfortable
- Properly lit
- Professional
- Free from unnecessary obstruction
Its placement can also be considered as part of the overall commercial Vastu.
A good reception should make visitors feel comfortable while allowing the business to operate smoothly.
5. Accounts and Cash Areas Need Attention
Business owners often ask me about the placement of cash counters, accounts departments and financial records.
Traditional Vastu gives importance to areas associated with finances and prosperity, so these are naturally common topics during commercial consultations.
However, I don’t believe that the accounts department or cash counter should be assessed in isolation.
The surrounding layout and the nature of the business also matter.
The requirements of a retail shop, for example, can be very different from those of a corporate office.
6. Think About How Customers Move Through the Property
When I look at a commercial space, I also consider how the property is actually used.
A shop may have customers moving between the entrance, display areas and billing counter.
A clinic may have patients, staff and doctors using different parts of the property.
An office may have employees, visitors and clients moving between reception, cabins and meeting areas.
These practical requirements are important.
I believe Vastu should complement the functioning of the business rather than make normal business operations difficult.
7. Keep the Workplace Clean and Organised
One of the simplest things I recommend to business owners is to avoid unnecessary clutter.
An office or commercial property can gradually accumulate unused furniture, old paperwork, broken equipment and unnecessary objects.
It is worth regularly reviewing such areas.
I particularly recommend paying attention to:
- Unused furniture
- Broken equipment
- Old files and paperwork
- Excessive storage
- Unnecessary objects
- Disorganised cables and equipment
A clean and organised workplace is easier to manage and creates a more comfortable environment for employees and visitors.
Vastu for Home Offices
Today, many professionals work from home or operate businesses from their residential properties.
I have also come across clients who want to improve the Vastu of their home office.
Where possible, I recommend creating a clearly defined workspace instead of allowing work to spread across different parts of the house.
From a Vastu perspective, aspects such as the desk position, seating direction, entrance, windows, lighting and storage may be considered.
However, practical comfort is equally important.
The workspace should have adequate lighting, ventilation and comfortable seating, while computers and other equipment should be arranged sensibly.
Can Vastu Support Business Growth?
This is one of the questions I hear frequently from business owners.
Many people want to know whether changing the Vastu of their office or shop can improve business growth, financial performance or success.
Traditional Vastu associates certain directions and areas with prosperity.
However, based on my experience, I would not advise a business owner to look at one direction or one remedy and expect it to determine the future of the business.
A business is influenced by many factors.
Management, products, services, customers, employees, competition, market conditions, financial decisions and execution all play an important role.
I therefore look at Vastu as a traditional approach to the business environment, rather than presenting it as a guarantee of financial success.
Commercial Vastu Mistakes I Frequently See
Following Every Vastu Tip on the Internet
There is a huge amount of Vastu information available today.
Many business owners come to me after trying several recommendations they have found online.
Sometimes they have changed furniture, moved desks or rearranged areas based on different online rules.
The problem is that not every rule applies to every property.
This is why I believe generic online advice should not replace an individual assessment.
Making Changes Without Understanding the Property
I always advise business owners to think carefully before making expensive changes.
Moving a workstation may be simple, but changing walls, cabins, staircases or other structural elements can become expensive and disruptive.
I prefer to avoid unnecessary structural changes wherever possible.
Ignoring the Type of Business
One of the biggest mistakes is assuming that every commercial property should follow the same Vastu principles.
A retail store has different requirements from an office.
A clinic is different from a restaurant.
A showroom is different from a factory.
When I assess a property, I believe the nature and purpose of the business should be taken into consideration.
Looking for Remedies Before Understanding the Concern
Some business owners immediately ask me which remedy they should use.
I understand why people think this way, but I believe it is more important to understand the property first.
Once the relevant concerns are understood, suitable solutions can be considered.
Assuming Every Vastu Concern Requires Construction
This is another misconception I frequently come across.
A Vastu concern does not automatically mean demolition, reconstruction or expensive renovation.
Where possible, I prefer practical solutions and remedies that can address the situation without unnecessary structural work.
When Should a Business Owner Consider Vastu Consultation?
In my experience, it can be useful to consider Vastu consultation when you are:
- Starting a new business
- Buying or renting an office
- Opening a shop
- Setting up a showroom
- Purchasing commercial property
- Constructing a new business premises
- Relocating your business
- Renovating an existing office
- Planning a new workspace
- Reviewing an existing commercial property
If you are still planning the property, considering Vastu before construction or major renovation can provide more flexibility.
Commercial Vastu Consultation in Chandigarh and Across India
I am based in Chandigarh, and I provide commercial Vastu consultation for offices, shops and other business properties in Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula.
I also work with clients who have commercial properties in cities across India, including Ludhiana, Bathinda, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ambala, Karnal, Hisar, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Surat, Kanpur and Lucknow.
Whether you are setting up a new office, opening a shop, purchasing commercial property or reviewing an existing business premises, you can contact me to discuss your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vastu applicable to offices and businesses?
Yes. Traditional Vastu principles are commonly applied to offices, shops and other commercial spaces.
However, the relevant considerations can differ depending on the property and the nature of the business.
What does a commercial Vastu consultant consider?
Depending on the property, I may consider areas such as the entrance, owner seating, employee workstations, reception, accounts area, cash counter, storage and the overall layout.
The exact considerations depend on the individual property.
Can an existing office be assessed for Vastu?
Yes. An existing office or commercial property can be assessed.
A Vastu consultation does not automatically mean that major structural changes will be necessary.
Can commercial Vastu consultation be done online?
Depending on the property and information available, remote consultation may be possible using floor plans, photographs, videos, measurements and other relevant information.
However, whenever practical, I prefer physical assessment because it provides a better opportunity to understand the property directly.
Does Vastu guarantee business success?
No.
Vastu is a traditional system of architectural and spatial principles and should not be presented as a guarantee of business or financial success.
Business performance depends on many practical factors, including management, products, services, customers, market conditions and execution.
Final Thoughts
In my experience, a business property should first and foremost work for the business.
Vastu can provide a traditional framework for considering the arrangement and orientation of a commercial space, but it should be considered alongside the practical requirements of the business.
I have seen enough different offices, shops and commercial properties to know that there is no single formula that can be applied to every business premises.
What works for one property may not necessarily be appropriate for another.
My approach is therefore to understand the individual property and its purpose before making recommendations. Wherever possible, I prefer practical solutions that avoid unnecessary structural changes.
If you are looking for a Vastu Consultant in Chandigarh for an office, shop or commercial property, or require Vastu consultation for a business property in another major Indian city, you can contact me, Aniljit Devgunn, to discuss your requirements.
About Aniljit Devgunn
I am Aniljit Devgunn, a Chandigarh-based Vastu Consultant providing commercial and office Vastu consultation in Chandigarh, the Tricity and for clients across India.
My focus is on understanding the individual property and, wherever possible, finding practical solutions without recommending unnecessary structural changes.
Website: aniljitdevgunn.com
Vastu Shastra is a traditional system of architectural and spatial principles. Vastu recommendations should be considered alongside appropriate architectural, structural, safety and professional advice.