Swimming Pool Vastu : Tips for Building a Resting Space

Vastu Tips for swiming pool.

A swimming pool corner in the house increases the luxury quotient of your living space. When buying a house, we often pay more attention to its interior and design. In fact, a lot of builders, too, do not give much significance to Vastu Shastra while designing and constructing a swimming pool. An area offering both privacy and open space which is closer to the underground water, and other water sources or tanks is often selected to construct a swimming pool. 

Since a swimming pool acts as a strong water component, it becomes necessary for it to be built at the right direction along with the right location otherwise it tends to bring in bad luck or even misfortune to your home. This all is significant to balance the energies that are driving inside the house.

So, if you plan to purchase a house with an attached swimming pool then you have definitely stopped your eyes on the right blog. Below are some swimming pool tips as per Vastu Shastra that you should follow to ascertain the right location of your swimming pool at home.

Preferred locations for swimming pool as per Vastu

Swimming-pool-direction

As per the concept of Vastu Shastra a swimming pool is a base that includes the component of water which makes it important for the direction of the pool to be towards the Northeast side.  The first choice for constructing your swimming pool should be in the north-east direction but if that area is not available then the second option could either be the East direction or the North direction.

Having to construct the swimming pool in the Northeast to the East Side or Northeast to the North side, helps in allowing in entering fortune & luck to the your residents.

According to Vastu, there should be no connection between the western-the southern directions and the swimming pool even if the eastern direction is included. For instance, If the placement of the swimming pool is towards the Southeast end of your home, then this position of the swimming pool is considered to attract negative vibes which tend to bring in bad vibes and negative energy to your living space therefore, such placement of your swimming pool should always be avoided.

Swimming Pool on Upper Floors

Preferred locations for swimming pool

These days a lot of modern-day living space built there swimming pool either on the terrace or upper floors of their apartment. Considering the fact that swimming pool on the terrace may look attractive and perfect location for the construction of a swimming pool but as per the vastu shastra concept it is not the perfect placement for diverting energies to an individual’s home. 

According to the concept of Vastu Shastra the swimming pool, or any water related component such as water, tanks, storage tanks, wells & any other underground tanks of water kind of have direct connection with the element of ground. Therefore, if you are searching for a place which has balanced energy as per vastu you should always opt for ground floor placement according to your preferred area of your house. But, if in case your home already has an incorporated swimming pool on the upper floor, or the terrace then make corrections in the placement in the same area by consulting & opting a vastu shastra expert.

Swimming pool in a corner of the house

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As per the Vastu Shastra it is majorly emphasized that the placement of the swimming pool in your house should be in a preferred corner rather than placing it anywhere in the center of that area. Even if the construction of your swimming pool is in the direction right but the direction of the swimming pool is in the corner even then the direction of the pool is considered apt and is suggested to bring in better balance of energy. A swimming pool placed in the corner acts as an added assurance to the area rather than locating the pool somewhere in the middle of the apartment or the area, which is why north-east corner, or the direction is considered to be the most apt and perfect placement according to the Vastu Shastra structure for a swimming pool in the house.

Right Direction of the Slope Inside the Swimming Pool

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According to the Vastu Shastra if the location of your swimming pool is at the North then the slope that has been placed inside of the pool should usually start from Western side & then proceed to the Eastern direction. 

Swimming Pool on a Terrace

Swimming-Pool-on-a-Terrace .A pool area on your terrace can act as a great chilling spot and so is considered to be a perfect area for hangout for your family. Before you start the construction of your swimming pool it is vital for you to check on the direction that is necessary for you to follow when making your swimming area in your property. 

Quick Vastu Tips For Terrace Swimming Pool

As per Vastu guidelines there are multiple factors to keep in mind before you construct a Swimming pool on the house terrace. The factors affecting this process are:

  • A swimming pool is required to be constructed at the corner of the terrace to assure more privacy, compared to positioning it at the middle or center of space.
  • Never keep the water tank in the middle of the terrace.
  • Vastu guidelines clearly state that the swimming pool must be built, facing the North or North-eastern direction.

Preffered Shapes of Swimming Pool as Per Vastu

Rectangular Swimming Pools

Rectangular-Swimming-Pools

Usually, a rectangular shaped swimming pools gives a feeling of prevalent & a formal look to the pool, so toning down the edges of your rectangular swimming pool and making it round in shape from the edges helps in lowering the level of formal look. This kind of shape is also considered to be complimenting the Vastu Shastra when positioned in right direction. 

Figure-8 Swimming Pool

A figure 8 pool is also considered to be complimenting the Vastu Shastra concept as far as the location of the swimming pool is concerned. It is recommended for you to not have a mirror image of one side with that of the other. Therefore, you can plan the placement of the swimming pool in such a manner wherein, one side of the pool can have lesser amount of water that then can be reversed for kids play purpose and the other part you can keep for adults wherein the level of water can be a little more deep.

L-shaped Swimming Pool

L Shapes Swimming Pool.

A L-Shaped swimming pool can have both shallow as well as deeper area, which is considered to be perfect for swimmers who are young. This shape of swimming pool is also considered to be Vastu Shastra Combatable. 

Kidney-Shaped Pool

kidney-Shape-Swimming-Pool

Kidney-shaped swimming pool is considered to be a popular shape for a pool and is an absolute perfect size for any kind of backyard swimming area. This kind of pool normally does not have any geometric shape but consists of shallow and deep ends to help the swimmers. If you want, you can also include a spa on the sides of this kidney-shaped swimming pool.

Outdoor Shower Near a Swimming Pool

Outdoor-Shower

Another prominent feature for you to incorporate into your pool is to add outdoor shower. This option act as a practical also a luxurious element to the surrounding. A open-air outdoor shower provides a very well equipped place to have a rinsing off after that soothing swimming session. 

Recreating an Atmosphere of a Resort in a Pool

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You can always improvise with your atmosphere around your pool by incorporating a resort kind of feel for your pool side. By opting this option in between your normal days helps in creating an environment which is peaceful as well as relaxing that generates a lot of relaxing and positive vibes in your living space. 

Quick Vastu tips for Swimming pool

  • Underground placement of water tanks for your swimming pool or wells or any bore-well should always be constructed in the direction of North-East, where the east is directed to Ishan & North is directed to Ishan as these are the only places which are considered to be auspicious. It is said by a lot of people that constructing a home inside once place is a difficult task to do where the actuality is that it is a great option for you to opt for any kind of swimming pool in your house.
  • It is assumed that the North-east side or corner is the best position for you place the swimming pool, in other cases placing your swimming pool is not possible in the northeast side or corner, and then they search for some other portion in their homes to locate their swimming area, therefore it is recommended for you to place your swimming pool in the east or north direction.
  • If the placement or location of your swimming pool is done according to the Vastu Shastra Tips as northeast to east direction & northeast to north direction, then it acts as an intimation that all the good fortune is coming your way these could include luck, money, raising of position in the respective career fields and goodwill, flow of cash in the house, balanced bank amount and have credibility in their society.
  • It is important for you to keep a watch to see that the slope that has been placed inside the pool is directed from west to the east side of the swimming pool that is located to the north direction & south to the north, in case the pool is located to the east side & finally nairuthi to the Ishan corner in case the direction of the pool is reside in the site of Ishan corner.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which direction should a swimming pool face?

As per Vastu, the swimming pool should always be positioned in the north-east corner (Ishan kon) of the house. 

Where is the best place to put a swimming pool?

You should always put a swimming pool at a corner of the house that offers privacy, a lot of sunshine and protection from the winds.

Can we make a swimming pool on the terrace?

Yes. You can definitely make a swimming pool on the terrace. However, ensure that the swimming pool is at one corner and the floors are made with non-skid material so that chances of skids and falls are lowered. 

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