We are proud to announce a pioneering step in UK construction: Aligned Living and EastMid Builders, in collaboration with Nirmal Jyotish, have become the first to formally integrate Vastu principles into modern building practice. With the expertise of Hitesh Shrimal, this initiative is set to expand into communities, bringing the Indic science of spatial harmony into everyday living.

Why It Matters

Mainstream construction in the UK is typically driven by cost, convenience, and compliance with planning standards. While these factors are important, they often overlook how the design and orientation of a space deeply influence human well-being. Research in spatial psychology already confirms that light, flow, and spatial arrangement affect mental health, productivity, and social connection. Yet, these insights rarely make their way into ordinary building projects.

This is where Vastu becomes transformative. Far from superstition, Vastu is a science of space and architecture rooted in observation of natural forces, proportions, and alignments. It provides principles to design homes and workplaces that are in balance with the environment, enhancing both comfort and vitality. Even simple measures — such as entry orientation, natural light placement, and balanced room layouts — can make lifelong differences to how people live, feel, and thrive in their spaces.

Sonia Jesrani, Founder and Director of Aligned Living, shared:

“This is a pathbreaking initiative. For the first time in the UK, we are moving beyond building for cost and compliance, and instead creating spaces that support well-being, harmony, and quality of life. Vāstu allows us to integrate timeless wisdom with modern construction methods — a true alignment of tradition and science.”

Hitesh Shrimal, Vastu expert leading the integration, noted:

“What excites me is how simple changes can bring profound impact. Vāstu is not about tearing down walls or increasing costs — it is about orientation, balance, and flow. With this initiative, communities will see how these principles create homes and buildings that breathe with life.”

A Pathbreaking Model

This collaboration sets a precedent not only for the UK but globally. It demonstrates how ancient Indic sciences can be adapted into modern contexts without losing rigour or practicality. By embedding Vastu into building practice, Aligned Living and EastMid Builders are redefining construction: moving from structures of shelter to spaces of well-being.

With the support of Nirmal Jyotish, this initiative also opens pathways for research, evaluation, and dialogue — bridging architecture, spatial psychology, and cultural wisdom. As communities begin to experience the benefits, this model is set to inspire architects, builders, and homeowners to reimagine construction as a practice that truly builds for life.