VĀSTU: Breathing Life into Space

by Robert E. Svoboda

Robert E. Svoboda’s Vāstu: Breathing Life into Space addresses the classical Indian art (or science) of architectural form, Vāstu, in a wholly unique way. Instead of presenting lists of rules and architectural principles to which builders and interior designers must scrupulously adhere at all times, the work sensitizes the reader to the dynamics of space, alignment, and form in ever-expanding orbits of individual life. The book allows readers and home builders to understand the complex dynamics of individual, terrestrial, and celestial energetic systems leading to the greater synergy between space, nature and the individual.

Genres: Spirituality, Health, Architecture

296 pages, Paperback

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]

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]

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]

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

[Taylor Ellwood]

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]

Absolutely phenomenal book. No words.