A kitchen in the North direction according to Vastu is generally not ideal because the North is ruled by Water, conflicting with the essential Fire element of cooking, potentially causing financial issues, health problems (especially digestive), and blocking opportunities. However, it’s not the worst placement (which is North-East), and with careful design, specific remedies like keeping the stove in the southeast corner of the kitchen and using calming colors can help balance the conflicting energies
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Why it’s not ideal
- Element Clash: North (Water) clashes with Fire, affecting wealth, health, and career growth.
- Financial Impact: Can lead to income decline, loss of jobs, and fewer new opportunities, notes this Quora post.
Remedies for a North Kitchen (Vastu Fixes)
- Stove Placement: Keep the cooking stove in the Southeast part of the kitchen (or face East while cooking) for positive energy.
- Sink Placement: Place the sink in the Northeast or North, keeping it separate from the stove by 2-3 feet to avoid energy clashes, says NoBrokerHood.
- Colors: Use light, calming colors like white, light blue, or silver on walls and cabinets. Avoid dark colors like black, grey, or brown, which can block energy.
- Clutter-Free: Keep the kitchen organized and clutter-free to allow positive energy to flow.
- Add a Water Feature: A small water feature (like a vase) in the North can balance the elements, says Livspace.
- Ventilation: Ensure good ventilation, as air (Vayu) supports fire, notes Anant Vastu.
Best Kitchen Locations
- Ideal: Southeast (ruled by Fire).
- Second Best: Northwest (supported by Air/Vayu).
- Avoid: North-East is considered the worst.
