- Sanskrit Name: Paschima
- Presiding Deity: Varuna (God of Water)
- Element: Water (Jala)
- Qualities: Profits, inner strength, and balance
Rules and Significance:
- The west is ruled by Varuna, the god of water. It is associated with stability in life, but it also governs internal growth and introspection.
- Windows and ventilation openings are recommended in the west to allow the cooling evening breeze to enter.
- The dining area or children’s study room can be placed in the west for balance and calmness. The west-facing study room promotes good concentration and focus.
- Avoid placing the main entrance in the west unless absolutely necessary, as it can block positive energies from entering the house.
- Ideal Rooms: The dining room or children's study room should be placed in the west to promote balance and steady growth. It is also a suitable place for a storeroom.
- Avoid: Avoid placing the main entrance or kitchen in the west. Entrances here can block the positive energy from entering, and kitchens may disturb the water element associated with the west.