• 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.

Vastu Shastra Pocket Guide