Vastu considers this a challenging placement, but it can be balanced without construction.
Moderate for stability.
Best direction: East (90/100)
In Vastu Shastra, the South-West is the earth zone (Nairutya). It governs stability, relationships and the authority of the head of the family, and is best kept heavy and closed. Its element is earth and its presiding deity is Nairutya.
Meals bring the family together, so Vastu places the dining area in zones linked to health and nourishment, close to the kitchen.
South-West's heavy, stable energy can make a dining room here feel a little static.
South of South-West
Average, suitable with proper lighting
South-West
Moderate for stability
West of South-West
Average, needs good ventilation
Vastu Buddy scores 16 directions, so a room near the edge of the South-West zone can score a little differently from one at its centre.
Seat the head of the household facing East or North while eating.
Keep the room bright; avoid overly dark furniture.
A mirror reflecting the dining table (on a wall other than South or South-West) is traditionally considered auspicious for abundance.
A dining room in the South-West scores 50/100 on Vastu Buddy (needs attention). Moderate for stability.
East scores highest (90/100), followed by North (80) and North-East (80). Meals bring the family together, so Vastu places the dining area in zones linked to health and nourishment, close to the kitchen.
Seat the head of the household facing East or North while eating. Keep the room bright; avoid overly dark furniture. A mirror reflecting the dining table (on a wall other than South or South-West) is traditionally considered auspicious for abundance.
How does the rest of your home score?
One room is only part of the picture. Place every room on the compass for your overall Vastu score and a remedy for each one.