Vastu: Breathing Life into Space

by Robert E. Svoboda, Satya Moses (Illustrator), Robert Moses (Illustrator)

Robert Svoboda addresses Vastu, the classical Indian art (or science) of architectural form, in a wholly unique way. Instead of presenting lists of rules and architectural injunctions to which builders and interior designers must scrupulously adhere at all times, he sensitizes the reader to the dynamics of space, alignment, and form in ever-expanding orbits of individual life. In the process of guiding the reader through a series of meditations on the dynamics of space and alignment, Dr. Svoboda enters the realms of classical Indian medicine (Ayurveda) and astrology (Jyotisa), which, it turns out, are of the greatest importance to realizing Vastu and its contours in one's life. Dr. Svoboda allows readers and home builders to understand the complex dynamics of individual, terrestrial, and celestial energetic systems. This leads to a greater awareness of the nature of space and its application to house construction, interior spaces, gardens, one's relationship with the land, and, consequently, one's relationship with oneself.

Genres: Spirituality, Health, Architecture

372 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 1, 2013

About the author

During and after my formal Ayurvedic training I was tutored in Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotisha, Tantra and allied subjects by my mentor, the Aghori Vimalananda. He also owned thoroughbred race horses, and I served as his Authorized Racing Agent at the Royal Western India Turf Club in Bombay and Poona between 1975 and 1985.

Reviews

[Pallavi Duffy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book is very different from other books on similar topics that are very rigid and fanatical in their presentation of the principles of Vastu. Dr. Svoboda gives his readers the basic rules and then allows them the freedom to build their space according to their own needs. He empowers the reader with the techniques to feel the space and then to make changes towards a more harmonious relationship with the space created. He does not push you towards making drastic changes to improve the vastu of a place but provides you with insights with which to make the best of what is available. For the beginners and lay people looking to improve the vastu of their homes/ buildings this is a brilliant way to start.

[Malissa Larson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I took this book in digestible pieces as suggested in the forward. What an incredible tool when looking to start, bring life to, or reframe a space. Not a one time read. I will have this book with me forever.

[Purva Khandelwal · Rating 5 out of 5]

A complete knowledge of vastu fr a layman. Love love this book. Blessed to read books written by Dr Robert Svoboda.

[Taylor Ellwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fascinating book which explores the nature of space and how to create an intentional space using knowledge of pranayama and the 5 elements. The author shares case studies of applying vastu to spaces. It was a really unique take on how people embrace and live within a given space. I found the magical aspects to be helpful in designing my own space.

[Madelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely phenomenal book. No words.