The living room or hall is best in the north or north-east to welcome positive energy. When it sits in the south-west or has heavy furniture blocking the north-east, these remedies help open up the space and improve flow.
Common Vastu Dosh in Living Room
Directions that often create dosh for the living room or hall:
South-west — Ideal for master bedroom, not for gathering; can make the living area feel heavy.
South or west — Can work if the north-east of the room or house is kept open and light.
Other common issues: north-east corner blocked by sofas, cabinets, or storage; seating with residents facing south or west instead of east or north; heavy furniture in the centre or north-east; dark colours; main door in line with a back door or window (energy rush).
Remedies by Direction
South-West Living Room
Keep the north-east part of the room as open as possible—no heavy sofas or storage there.
Place seating so that when seated, people face east or north.
Use mirrors on the north or east walls to reflect light and symbolise expansion; avoid reflecting the main door.
Use light colours: white, cream, light yellow, or light green.
South or West Living Room
Ensure the north-east corner of the house (or of the room) is still light and uncluttered; a small plant, lamp, or water feature there can help.
Place heavy furniture along the south or west walls and keep seating facing east or north where possible.
Furniture and Seating Remedies
Place sofas and heavy furniture along the south or west walls.
Keep the centre of the room relatively open.
Leave the north-east corner light: a small plant, lamp, or nothing.
Seating should allow people to face east or north where possible.
Avoid blocking windows in the north or east.
If the main door opens into the living room, avoid placing the sofa directly in line with it; use a rug or low table to break the line.
Colour and Simple Fixes
Use light, welcoming colours: white, cream, beige, light yellow, or light green.
Ensure good natural light and ventilation, especially from the north or east.