Why Designers & Architects Talk About Vaastu Again

 Inside D-arc Prime Talk 2025, New Delhi

Did you know that more than 70% of homeowners in India still ask about Vaastu when they start building or

renovating? And yet, in the world of modern architecture, many professionals brush it off as outdated.

That clash of ideas between ancient wisdom and contemporary design set the stage for one of the most interesting

conversations at D-arc Prime Talk 2025 in New Delhi.

Pragati Maidan came alive on 31st August as architects, interior designers, and consultants gathered under one

roof. Out of all the sessions, one in particular grabbed attention for the questions it always sparks: The Scientific

Relevance of Vaastu in Today’s Built Environment. What unfolded wasn’t a dry lecture but a real conversation, where centuries-old principles met the realities of

glass towers, high-rises, and fast-changing cities. And the room was hooked.

The Experts Who Led the Way

Two names from Vaastu Devayah Namah guided the discussion, each bringing their own flavor.

Acharya Chhaya Goyal: Redefining Vaastu for the Modern World

At D-arc Prime Talk 2025, Vaastu Acharya Chhaya Goyal, Founder and Principal Consultant at Vaastu Devayah

Namah, stood out for the way she bridged centuries-old wisdom with the demands of contemporary design. Her session

reminded the audience that Vaastu is not about rigid rules or restrictions, but about creating spaces that feel balance

d, functional, and alive.

With years of hands-on experience across diverse projects, right from compact city apartments to expansive

residences and commercial spaces, she has built a reputation for making Vaastu practical and approachable.

Instead of presenting it as a checklist of dos and don’ts, she translates its principles into design choices that work

seamlessly within modern layouts.

During the discussion, she highlighted how even small interventions like better use of natural light, thoughtful

placement of key areas, or subtle adjustments in design can significantly improve the energy and usability of a

space. Her focus on adaptability resonated strongly with architects and interior designers, many of whom often

struggle to reconcile traditional guidelines with the realities of urban planning.

What makes her approach distinctive is the way she connects Vaastu with concepts architects already value:

sustainability, wellness, and human-centered design. By showing that the science of airflow, proportions, and

orientation aligns with timeless Vaastu principles, she positioned it not as an obstacle, but as an ally to modern

architecture.

Her grounded, insightful perspective left the audience with a clear takeaway: Vaastu, when understood correctly,

is not outdated. This philosophy deeply aligns with the way people live and work today.

Eshaan Garg: Explaining Vaastu with Clarity

During the prime talk, Eshaan Garg, Co-Founder and Senior Consultant at Vaastu Devayah Namah, spoke in a

way that instantly connected with the architects and interior designers. He showed how age-old Vaastu principles

can be understood in simple terms and applied to the realities of modern design.

He made the complex feel simple. When the topic of room orientation or high-rise Vaastu came up, he explained

how sunlight, airflow, subtle magnetic cues, and even human psychology shape the way we experience a space.

Everything he shared clicked with the audience because it was practical and easy to relate to, not just theory.

He tied it all to real-world concerns like sustainability, energy efficiency, and wellbeing. Aligning a home to use

natural light isn’t just a Vaastu rule; it also saves energy and supports health. The same goes for airflow and

layout, which directly affect comfort and productivity.

By presenting Vaastu this way, he turned doubt into curiosity. Many in the room left with a new perspective:

Vaastu doesn’t clash with modern architecture. Instead, it adds a human-centered layer that science alone can

sometimes miss.

Eshaan’s ability to simplify complex ideas and connect them with measurable benefits gave the session real

weight. It was not just about tradition. It was about how tradition and science can work together to create better

spaces for people to live and thrive in.

When Questions Took Over

What made this session memorable was how architects and interior designers in the room pushed back.

• Can Vaastu adapt to skyscrapers?

• What if the land itself doesn’t align with cardinal directions?

• Isn’t this just culture dressed up as science?

The tone could have turned defensive, but it didn’t. Chhaya and Eshaan welcomed the questions and answered

them head-on.

Acharya Chhaya Goyal’s point was simple: flexibility is key. On the other hand, Eshaan followed through with

science. He explained how natural light patterns affect human circadian rhythms, how airflow impacts comfort,

and why proportion matters psychologically. In short, Vaastu wasn’t presented as superstition, but as common

sense backed by logic.

Balancing Energy in Every Space

Vaastu is about creating the balance of energy in a house, villa, or factory. It guides how spaces are organized so

that every corner feels right and inviting. When energy flows naturally, the people living or working there feel

more focused, comfortable, and at ease. It is not about following rigid rules but about understanding the space

and making thoughtful choices that support wellbeing, productivity, and harmony.

Practical Nuggets Architects and Interior Designers Carried Home

The talk was inspiring and useful. Here are some of the takeaways that had people scribbling notes:

1. Light and air matter

Vaastu focuses on having open windows, proper ventilation, and plenty of natural light. These ideas naturally fit

with sustainable design.

2.  How Your Space Affects You

How you set up your kitchen, bedroom, or workspace can change the way you feel, think, and even your energy

levels. A lot of Vastu advice matches what modern psychology finds about how our environment affects us.

3.      Perfection Isn’t Necessary

Small adjustments in design or layout can still create balance even if the site or structure isn’t ideal.

4.      Science Bridges the Gap

Behind every Vaastu guideline lies a measurable factor, be it light, magnetic pull, or airflow. Understanding this

makes it easier for architects and interior designers to apply.

The session ended with an award ceremony, but by then, the recognition wasn’t the main highlight. The real win

was the energy in the room. Architects and interior designers who came in with doubts left with new ways of

looking at Vaastu. Experts who feared pushback found an audience willing to listen once science entered the

conversation.

It was less about old versus new and more about finding common ground.

Wrapping It Up

D-arc Prime Talk 2025 proved that architecture doesn’t have to choose between tradition and innovation.

The two can meet, complement, and even strengthen each other.

The session started with questions, doubts, and a fair share of skepticism. It ended with clarity, curiosity,

and a new perspective on what it means to design spaces in today’s world.

For Zion Exhibitions, it was another moment of success. For Vaastu Devayah Namah, it was proof that

ancient wisdom still has a place in today’s world. And for every architect and interior designer in the room,

it was a simple reminder that the solutions we often search for have been around all along.