Significance of South facing homes – Practical benefits &Vaastu considerations

You have probably noticed that ‘south facing home’ is often highlighted as a feature while selling a home. There is a lot of speculation on what is the best direction for our home that will ensure wellness and prosperity. In that case, south facing homes are the top choice for home buyers as they offer some innumerable benefits.

Pradip Roy, a 42-year-old bank employee was looking for an affordable apartment located in a peaceful neighbourhood in South 24 Parganas after his transfer. He always wanted a south facing home where he would have access to maximum sunshine throughout the day. However, south facing homes in and around a metro city like Kolkata are too expensive.Finally, he came across a 3 BHK south-facing and pond facing apartment near Garia which also came with lush landscape, more than 60% open spaces, plethora of wellness amenities and an in-house Shopping centre. Though he very much liked the position of the apartment, but was not very sure whether he could afford that until he knew the price. To his surprise, the price started from only 37 lacs, including GST and extra charges. South facing homes not only have significant health benefits but they are also very auspicious according to Vaastu.

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Benefits of South Facing apartments:

1.    South side of any house will receive maximum amount of sunshine throughout the day in the Northern Hemisphere. If you like natural light to flood your home for most of the hours, then choose a south facing home. Natural light boosts Vitamin D which is a critical nutrient that prevents bone loss and reduces the risk of heart disease, weight gain, and various cancers.Natural light wards off seasonal depression and improves sleep.

2.    More sunshine means, more greens can survive in your home. If gardening is your thing, then a south-facing house or garden is generally better for growing a bigger range of plants and flowers. Though the soil might get dry faster and they would need more watering – it will not seem like a tough task comparing to the joy you’ll feel seeing your plants growing rapidly.

3.    A south-facing home can save you a lot of money on utility bills. You will be surprised to see the significant renewable-energy differences that can be gained from it. Homes facing south gather a lot of heat during the day and cool off in the evening, keeping them warm during the cold months of the year.

4.    Installing Solar Panels on the south-west side will prove to be beneficial as they will receive the most Sun to generate power.

5.    The massive magnetic power of earth is responsible for maintaining the balance between everything that exists on the surface of it. South facing plots are auspicious as they receive an end of magnetic forces and energy which create both wealthy and healthy vibrations.

6.    The South direction relates to the fire element which represents security and passion. People involved in the administrative services like police, IAS, and judiciary, armed forces and paramilitary forces will prosper while staying in South-facing homes.

7.     According to Vaastu, South-facing entrances make the energies of the home line up and bring in a huge amount of prosperity and riches to the inhabitants. Master bedrooms in the south-west direction is said to generate positive energy and make the bedroom a relaxing and inviting space.

Summary:

South-facing homes are usually desirable for home buyers for their innumerable health benefits and Vaastu significance. Read on to check out the reasons behind it.