Myth: a south-facing house is always unlucky
Fact: south-facing homes can be very good when the entrance is in an auspicious pada and the layout is balanced. Many successful businesses and families live in south-facing homes.
Myth: you must break walls to fix Vaastu
Fact: most defects can be reduced with colours, furniture placement, lighting, mirrors, metal strips, plants and habits. Demolition is rarely needed.
Myth: Vaastu is only for Hindus
Fact: Vaastu is based on sunlight, wind, the earth's magnetic field and natural balance. Its principles work for anyone, of any faith, in any country.
Myth: one defect will ruin your life
Fact: no home is perfect. Vaastu looks at the overall balance. A few small faults in an otherwise good home have little effect.
Myth: Vaastu items alone solve problems
Fact: pyramids, yantras and crystals can support a space, but cleanliness, light, ventilation and a positive family atmosphere matter far more.
Myth: Vaastu is unscientific superstition
Fact: many Vaastu rules match good design sense — morning sunlight in the east, cross-ventilation, a kitchen where smoke escapes easily and bedrooms away from noise. Vaastu simply organises these ideas into a system.