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Vastu Color Guide with Swatches, Names, and Codes

Vastu Color Guide with Swatches, Names, and Codes

Direction/Sub-Direction (Vedic Name) Angle Range Good Colors (Shubh Rang) Avoid Colors (Varjit Rang)
East (Purva) / ENE (Ishanya) 67.5° - 90° Green Green (#008000, RGB: 0,128,0), Blue Blue (#0000FF, RGB: 0,0,255), White White (#FFFFFF, RGB: 255,255,255) Red Red (#FF0000, RGB: 255,0,0), Black Black (#000000, RGB: 0,0,0)
West (Paschim) / WNW (Vayavya) 247.5° - 292.5° Blue Blue (#0000FF, RGB: 0,0,255), White White (#FFFFFF, RGB: 255,255,255) Bright Red Bright Red (#FF0000, RGB: 255,0,0), Yellow Yellow (#FFFF00, RGB: 255,255,0)
North (Uttara) / NNE (Ishana) 22.5° - 45° Green Green (#008000, RGB: 0,128,0), Light Blue Light Blue (#ADD8E6, RGB: 173,216,230) Red Red (#FF0000, RGB: 255,0,0), Black Black (#000000, RGB: 0,0,0)
South (Dakshina) / SSE (Aagneya) 135° - 157.5° Pink Pink (#FFC0CB, RGB: 255,192,203), Coral Red Coral Red (#FF7F50, RGB: 255,127,80) Dark Blue Dark Blue (#00008B, RGB: 0,0,139), Black Black (#000000, RGB: 0,0,0)
Northeast (Ishaan) / ENE-NE (Ishanya-Uttara) 22.5° - 67.5° Yellow Yellow (#FFFF00, RGB: 255,255,0), Light Green Light Green (#90EE90, RGB: 144,238,144) Dark Red Dark Red (#8B0000, RGB: 139,0,0), Grey Grey (#808080, RGB: 128,128,128)
Northwest (Vayavya) / WNW-NW (Vayavya-Uttara) 292.5° - 337.5° Cream Cream (#FFFDD0, RGB: 255,253,208), Light Grey Light Grey (#D3D3D3, RGB: 211,211,211) Bright Yellow Bright Yellow (#FFFF00, RGB: 255,255,0), Black Black (#000000, RGB: 0,0,0)
Southeast (Aagneya) / ESE-SE (Purva-Dakshina) 112.5° - 157.5° Orange Orange (#FFA07A, RGB: 255,160,122), Saffron Saffron (#FFA500, RGB: 255,165,0) Navy Blue Navy Blue (#000080, RGB: 0,0,128), White White (#FFFFFF, RGB: 255,255,255)
Southwest (Nairutya) / SSW-SW (Dakshina-Paschim) 202.5° - 247.5° Brown Brown (#A52A2A, RGB: 165,42,42), Mauve Mauve (#E0B0FF, RGB: 224,176,255) Light Yellow Light Yellow (#FFFFE0, RGB: 255,255,224), Grey Grey (#808080, RGB: 128,128,128)

Notes:

  • In Vedic Vastu Shastra, certain colors are traditionally considered inauspicious or negative in specific directions. It's recommended to avoid using dark, heavy, and very dull colors in prominent areas of your space, as they may bring negative energy according to these beliefs.
  • The table showcases color swatches alongside their names and codes, making it visually appealing and practical.
  • HEX and RGB codes provide precise color references, useful for designers and homeowners alike.
  • This presentation merges Vastu Shastra's ancient wisdom with modern color theory, offering a unique and functional approach to space design.
  • The color choices are based on Vastu principles, aiming to harmonize space with nature's elements and directions.

This approach provides an innovative and comprehensive guide to applying Vastu color principles in modern spaces.

Transposed Vastu Shastra: Placement and Object Guidelines with Direction Degrees

Category / Direction East (Purva) [67.5° - 112.5°] West (Paschim) [247.5° - 292.5°] North (Uttara) [337.5° - 22.5°] South (Dakshina) [157.5° - 202.5°] Northeast (Ishaan) [22.5° - 67.5°] Northwest (Vayavya) [292.5° - 337.5°] Southeast (Aagneya) [112.5° - 157.5°] Southwest (Nairutya) [202.5° - 247.5°]
Good (Favorable) Entrance, Study (Adhyayan Kaksha) Dining, Stairs (Seedhiyan) Wealth Area (Dhan Kshetra) Heavy Storage (Bhaari Bhandaran) Meditation Space (Dhyan Kshetra) Guest Room (Atithi Kaksha) Kitchen (Rasoi), Appliances (Upkaran) Master Bedroom (Mukhya Shayan Kaksha)
Avoid (Be Cautious) Clutter, Heavy Objects (Bhaari Vastu) Entrance, Water Elements (Jal Tatva) Trash, Bathroom (Shauchalaya) Fire Objects (Agni Vastu) Clutter, Bathroom (Shauchalaya) Water Elements (Jal Tatva), Fire Objects (Agni Vastu) Bedroom (Shayan Kaksha), Water Elements (Jal Tatva) Light Furniture (Halka Furniture), Fragile Items (Nazuk Vastu)
Dangerous (Strictly Avoid) Bathroom, Garage (Gaadi Ghar) Kitchen (Rasoi), Fireplace (Chimney) Clutter, Broken Items (Khandit Vastu) Bedroom (Shayan Kaksha), Fountain (Fuhara) Waste, Storage (Bhandaran) Bathroom, Bedroom (Shayan Kaksha) Water Source (Jal Strot), Septic Tank (Ganda Jal Sanchay) Entrance, Water Source (Jal Strot)

Notes:

  • The table includes both Western and Indian terminologies for better understanding across different cultures.
  • Directional degrees are specified in the headers to precisely define the Vastu zones.
  • The categories are now labeled as "Good (Favorable)," "Avoid (Be Cautious)," and "Dangerous (Strictly Avoid)" for clearer understanding.
  • Vastu guidelines are rooted in traditional beliefs and should be adapted thoughtfully in modern contexts.

For a more detailed and personalized analysis, consulting with a Vastu expert is recommended.

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