Comprehensive Vaastu Course: Practical and Theoretical Excellence Since 2010


Established 2010Online Learning

Running continuously since 2010, this distinguished course has empowered hundreds of students with both practical research skills and deep theoretical knowledge in history. Our proven methodology bridges the gap between academic rigour and real-world application, preparing learners for successful careers in education, research, heritage management, and beyond.


Flexible Online Learning for the Modern Student

In response to evolving educational needs and technological advances, the course is now delivered fully online, offering flexible access without compromising academic quality. Our digital platform incorporates interactive learning tools, engaging video lectures, curated reading materials, and active discussion forums that foster collaborative learning and intellectual exchange.

Study at your own pace whilst benefiting from expert tutor support, peer collaboration, and a structured curriculum that maintains the highest academic standards. Whether you're balancing work commitments, family responsibilities, or other studies, our online format adapts to your lifestyle.

"This course provides a proven pathway to mastering history in a dynamic, accessible format—combining academic excellence with the flexibility of modern digital education."


Course Structure & Duration

Three-Stage Progressive Learning Path

Foundation Stage

Duration: 10 Months

Schedule: 1 Day per week (Weekend)

Time: 2 Hours per day

Intermediate Stage

Duration: 8 Months

Schedule: 1 Day per week (Weekend)

Time: 2 Hours per day

Final Stage

Duration: 6 Months

Schedule: 1 Day per week (Weekend)

Time: 2 Hours per day

Course Instructor

J. Godakanda Arachchi - Author, Vastu Science Analyst, and Architectural Designer

Stage 1: Foundation - Core Vastu Principles

10 Months | Weekend Classes | 2 Hours per Day

Introduction to Vastu Shastra

  • Origins and Vastu theories
  • Applying Vastu to modern context
  • Analysis of Residential, Commercial, and Religious Vastu
  • Technical methods for plan preparation

Fundamental Concepts

  • Directions (Disha): 360-degree circle, Cardinal and Inter-cardinal directions
  • Land Vastu: Types, Planning, Shapes, Slopes, Contour maps
  • NBRO regulations and measurements
  • House Features & Positioning
  • Center Point (Brahma Pada) calculation

Technical Skills

  • Measurements and Golden Ratio (Fibonacci)
  • Walls and Masonry
  • Drawing Plans using Chief Architect and AutoCAD
  • Two methods: Vastu-based and Conventional drawing

Vastu Planning Factors

When drawing according to Vastu, consider:

  • Length, Width, and Orientation
  • Placement of household items
  • House shapes and Door Note (Dwara Satahana)
  • Roof design and House Grouping
  • Center point, Road and Gate

Factors Affecting Home Planning

Objectives and Requirements

Land and Orientation

Natural lay of the land

Space Planning

Natural Light and Ventilation

Sustainability

Legal and Security aspects

Regulatory Compliance (COC, NBRO, etc.)

Stage 1 Continued: Design & Room Positioning

Practical Application of Vastu Principles

Design Creation Tasks

Grid Division (Pada Bedeema)

Air Pockets

Center Point vs Brahma Pada

Adding extensions to houses

Roof Design Types

Single Slope (Lean-to)

Double Slope (Gable)

Triple Slope

Hip Roof / Kandyan Roof (Atta Wahala)

Room & Area Positioning

  • Car Porch, Veranda, Lobby
  • Dining Room, Pantry, Kitchen
  • Rough Kitchen (Kalu Kussiya)
  • Store Room, Laundry Room
  • Maid's Room & Toilet
  • Master Bedroom, Bathroom, Closet
  • Utility Room, Nursery
  • Shrine Room / Puja Room
  • Gymnasium, Courtyard
  • Office Room, Balcony
  • Staircase, Study Room
  • TV Room, Home Theater
  • Washing Room
  • Arch, Terrace, Double Heights

Other Features

A/C Outlets, Dog Kennel, Fish Tank, Ponds, Water Tank, Pits, Swimming Pools, Shoe Racks, Doors, Windows & Frames, Wells, Roads, Gates, Parapet Walls, Septic Tanks

Stage 1 Continued: Advanced Topics & Analysis

Components, Symbols, and Practical Application

Key Study Areas

Components

Negative conditions in modern Vastu

Symbols

Advantages and disadvantages

Color and Balance

Principles and attributes

Bahirawa (Earth Spirit)

Truth and falsity of Bahirawa Puja

Building Planning & Regulations

  • Preparation of plans for 40 houses
  • UDA Law No. 41 of 1978
  • Gazette Notification of March 10, 1986
  • Practical application of administrative bodies

Plan Analysis & Defects

Plan Defects

  • Irregularities during plan drawing
  • Common errors and mistakes
  • Adverse land conditions

Geo-physical Issues

  • Radiation effects
  • Land stress factors
  • Environmental considerations

Vastu Purusha & Architecture

Stage 1 Completion: Practical Home Analysis

Measuring, Planning, and Client Delivery

Vastu for Homes - Complete Process

01

Measuring Homes

Accurate measurements of existing structures and land.

02

Discussing Sketch Plans

Collaborative review and feedback on initial design concepts.

03

Preparing the Final Plan

Refining and finalizing all architectural and Vastu-compliant drawings.

04

Handing Over Plans and Briefing the Client

Delivery of complete documentation and detailed explanation to the client.

Design Guidelines

What NOT to Design

  • Common mistakes to avoid
  • Inappropriate design elements
  • Cultural and practical considerations

Design Comparison

  • New home designs
  • Ancient home designs
  • Evolution and adaptation

Practical Analysis Work

40

Home Plans

Comprehensive analysis

20

Home Plans

Detailed study

5+

Home Visits

On-site tours and assessments

"Stage 1 provides the essential foundation in Vastu principles, technical drawing skills, and practical home analysis—preparing students for advanced intermediate studies."

Stage 2: Intermediate - Advanced Vastu Concepts

8 Months | Weekend Classes | 2 Hours per Day

Fundamental Elements & Energy

Water (Apo)

Fire (Thejo)

Earth (Patavi)

Air (Vayo)

Space (Akasha)

Design & Analysis

Shapes & Form

  • How facade affects the house
  • Design phase considerations
  • Aesthetic and functional balance

Design Principles

  • Application during planning
  • Theoretical foundations
  • Practical implementation

Plan Analysis

  • Finding errors in constructed houses
  • Identifying defects in drawn plans
  • Correction methodologies
  • Problem-solving techniques

Scientific Vastu Studies

Stage 2 Continued: Energy, Mathematics & Heritage

Energy & Balance

Balancing

How to balance house energy

Golden Ratio & Fibonacci

Application in architecture and effectiveness

Soundology (Sound Loggy)

Effect of sound waves on houses and humans

Nomenclature (Naming)

Impact of naming houses and businesses, rules for creating names

Construction & Errors

Construction Errors

Detailed study of errors occurring in houses and during construction, explained through photographs with analysis of causes and prevention methods.

Things to Consider Before Starting Construction

  1. Setting out (Lanu Adeema)
  1. Foundation cutting
  1. Laying the foundation stone

Sri Lankan Heritage Architecture

Walauwa (Manor Houses)

  • Research study on history
  • Construction methods
  • Distribution across Sri Lanka

Ambalama (Wayside Rests)

  • Historical significance
  • Distribution patterns
  • Architectural features

Evolution of Houses in Sri Lanka

  • Different eras of housing
  • Characteristics of period houses
  • Traditional vs modern adaptations

Stage 2 Continued: Modern Applications & Symbols

Apartments & Multi-Unit Housing

Apartments / Flats

Comprehensive study of factors to consider when planning apartments and multi-unit residential buildings, including shared spaces, energy flow in vertical structures, and modern urban Vastu applications.

Art, Symbols & Energy

Artistic Photos and Paintings

  • Vastu impact of art
  • Influence on cosmic energy
  • Artworks and Buddhist paintings

Negative Symbols

  • Adverse conditions in homes
  • Impact on businesses
  • Identification and remediation

Trademarks and Logos

  • Relationship between businesses and logos
  • Energy and symbolism in branding
  • Design principles for success

Staircases & Additions

Staircases

  • Rules and regulations
  • Positioning and direction
  • Number of steps
  • Materials and design

Additions to a House

  • Principles for new sections
  • Maintaining energy balance
  • Integration with existing structure
  • Timing and planning

Stage 2 Completion: Technical Studies & Analysis

Building Science & Engineering

Foundation, Columns, and DPC Level

Practical foundation work studies

Building Science

Comprehensive analysis

Civil Engineering

Basic introduction and construction technologies

Building Construction

Special factors including concreting

Advanced Technical Topics

Faults and Impacts

  • Analysis of mistakes made
  • Consequences and effects
  • Prevention strategies

Building Vibration Charts

  • Scientific vibration studies
  • Measurement and analysis
  • Practical applications

Houses and Chemicals

  • Chemicals affecting functionality
  • Environmental considerations
  • Health and safety factors

Abandoned Houses

  • Study of abandoned houses in Sri Lanka and worldwide
  • Causes and patterns
  • Vastu perspectives

Specialized Studies

Gruha Pindaya (Ayadi Calculation)

Setting calculations with owner's auspicious times

Interior and Exterior Decoration

Paintings, sculptures, carvings, garden landscaping

Space Planning

Numerical values for current planning spaces

Symmetric and Asymmetric

Design patterns seen worldwide

Practical Work

60

Home Plans

Detailed analysis

30

Home Plans

Comprehensive study

10+

Cottage Designs

Specialized projects

Stage 2 Final: Reference Materials & Systems

Classical Vastu Texts

Other Books & Reference Materials

Daivagna Kamadhenu

Vastu Vidya (Architecture)

Mayamata

Vishvakarma Prakash

Operating Systems & Methodologies

Comprehensive study of the operating systems and methodologies used in Vastu Shastra, including traditional calculation methods, modern adaptations, and practical application frameworks.

Specialized Research Topics

  • Vastu Management
  • Vastu Ola Leaf Books
  • Introduction to Vajraya (Phurba)
  • Vitruvius and classical architecture
  • Water Symbolism Research
  • Wind Power: How houses function like machines
  • Current Architecture in Sri Lanka
  • Home Plans and Tiling techniques

"Stage 2 deepens understanding through advanced scientific analysis, heritage studies, and specialized technical knowledge—bridging ancient wisdom with modern building science."

Stage 3: Final - Mastery & Professional Practice

6 Months | Weekend Classes | 2 Hours per Day

Ancient Architecture of Sri Lanka

In-depth discussion on the evolution of ancient Vastu Shastra and Architecture in Sri Lanka, exploring historical developments, traditional building techniques, and the cultural significance of architectural heritage.

Sacred Texts & Regional Variations

Shlokas (Stanzas)

Study of stanzas relevant to Vastu theories used in daily practice, including Sanskrit verses and their practical applications.

Tamil Vastu

Exploration of Tamil Vastu traditions, regional variations, and unique methodologies from South Indian Vastu practices.

Vastu Secrets

Advanced methods and remedies that can be applied instantly for immediate results and problem-solving.

Commercial Vastu Applications

Commercial Vastu - Complete Business Solutions

Production & Retail

  • Production facilities
  • Factories
  • Shops and retail spaces
  • Car parks

Services & Offices

  • Offices and workspaces
  • Service providing institutions
  • Goods and service providers
  • Business establishment principles

Stage 3 Continued: Numerology & Religious Vastu

Numerology in Vastu

Numerology

Comprehensive study of applying Numerology to Vastu Shastra and understanding the benefits gained from numerical analysis. Learn how numbers influence energy patterns, auspicious timings, and spatial arrangements for optimal results.

Religious Vastu - Sacred Spaces

Religious Vastu Applications

Temples

Buddhist temple design and layout

Churches

Christian sacred space planning

Kovils

Hindu temple architecture

Meditation Kutis

Meditation spaces and retreat centers

Sacred Elements Positioning

Stage 3 Final: Master Architect Recognition

H.A. Hermanis Appuhami

Master Architect & Cultural Icon

Special appreciation and study of H.A. Hermanis Appuhami's architectural work and his significant contributions to Sri Lankan architecture. Analysis of his house design and examination of his innovative approaches that blend traditional Vastu principles with modern functionality.

Course Completion

"Stage 3 culminates in mastery of commercial and religious Vastu, numerological applications, and appreciation of Sri Lankan architectural heritage—preparing graduates for professional practice and self-employment."


Professional Readiness

Residential Vastu Mastery

Commercial Space Planning

Religious Architecture

Heritage Conservation

Professional Consultation

Business Establishment

Who Should Enrol & Course Benefits

Ideal Candidates

Who is this Course for?

Home Design Technicians/Draftsmen

Engineers

Architects

Supervisors

Contractors

Astrologers

Vastu Analysts

School Leavers

Anyone interested in this field

Additional Facilities & Benefits

Learning Resources

  • Discounted books and DVDs
  • Vastu software at special prices
  • CDs, DVDs, and Tutorials included
  • Comprehensive file cover provided

Additional Training

  • Opportunity to enroll in AutoCAD course
  • Practical field experience
  • Research opportunities in your area
  • Ongoing support and guidance

Course Fees & Payment Options

Investment in Your Future

Full Course

Price: Rs. 125,000/-

  • Complete in-person training
  • All materials included
  • Practical sessions
  • Direct instructor access

Payment: Can be paid in 5 installments

Postal Course

Price: Rs.75,000/-

  • Distance learning option
  • All materials delivered
  • Self-paced study
  • Remote support

Payment: Can be paid in 5 installments

What's Included

  • CDs and DVDs with comprehensive content
  • Detailed tutorials and study guides
  • Professional file cover
  • Access to course materials
  • Certificate upon completion

Payment Methods

Convenient Payment Options

  • Post Office (Polgasowita)
  • Home Design Technician Research Institute
  • Commercial Bank (Piliyandala)
  • Flexible installment plans available

Our Mission & Contact Information

Mission Statement

This course has been designed to properly disseminate Vastu Shastra knowledge within the island, to create a fully-fledged Vastu field, to enable you to conduct your self-employment properly, and to elevate the quality of the field.

Why Choose This Course?

Comprehensive Curriculum

24 months of structured learning covering all aspects of Vastu from foundation to mastery

Practical Experience

Hands-on training with real home analysis, site visits, and practical exercises

Professional Development

Prepare for self-employment and professional practice in the growing Vastu field

Heritage & Innovation

Bridge ancient wisdom with modern building science and technology

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Established 201013+ Years of ExcellenceHundreds of Successful Students

Join a distinguished lineage of Vastu practitioners and contribute to preserving and advancing this ancient science in modern Sri Lanka.