Indian homes are incomplete without a designated space for meditating or offering prayers. No matter how small or large, it is meant to transport you into a zen headspace where you feel connected to your inner voice as well as what you believe in. That’s why the look and feel of this important corner of your home does matter to bring in a sense of calmness and tranquility. So, here are 12 pooja room design ideas to help you redecorate your home and to also prep for the festive season.
Overview :
- Vastu Shastra Principles To Keep In Mind While Designing A Puja Room
- Choose White For Serenity
- Add Floating Shelves For An Organised Look
- Use Wood For Texture
- Use A Corner To Save Space
- Add Hanging Diyas For Added Glam
- Put Your Cabinet’s Vacant Shelf To Use
- Create A Distinctive Entrance
- Use Glass For The Room
- Invest In A Marble Mandir
Vastu Shastra Principles To Keep In Mind While Designing A Puja Room
Location: Place the mandir in the northeast direction, as it is considered the most auspicious. According to Vastu Shastra, avoid building your mandir space under the stairwell, next to the washroom, bedroom, or storage area.
Ceiling Height: If you’re building your home, it is considered best if the ceiling of the mandir area is lower than the ceiling of the rest of the house.
Placement: Your diety, or symbol of worship, should face east or west. This is believed to facilitate the maximum flow of positive, sacred energy.
Choose White For Serenity
White is considered a sign of purity, perfection, and the divine so it only makes sense we use the colour for our pooja rooms. You can opt for off-white instead of pure white if you prefer warm tones, while it is also easier to maintain in comparison. The idea is to create a white sanctuary with a white backdrop made from laminated plywood or MDF for the glistening effect when lights reflect on it. You can add a pop of colour with the statues or pictures of deities, or buy clay or marble ones in neutral shades if you enjoy the sophistication of monotony.
Add Floating Shelves For An Organised Look
Wood is extensively used in pooja rooms, be it for creating partitions, consoles to place statues, or pooja accessories on top of. You can also add floating wooden shelves for the same if you want the look to be more organised and put together while also covering more area on the back without looking clustered. Take inspiration from the image and play with lighting to add depth, you can also opt for brass tones for your pooja essentials like thali, dhoop stand, idols and diyas to pack on the earthiness.
Use Wood For Texture
Wood lends a look of sophistication and elegance when used for home decor. It has always been a classic and shall remain to be for all right reasons. It’s durable, easy to install, and looks fabulous. You can use wood for any design element present in the pooja room. Make a note and use a textured wooden panel to create a beautiful backdrop for your mandir while you use a different colour (or texture) of wood for the console and cabinets to create contrast.
Use A Corner To Save Space
If space is an issue for you, then this idea is just what you were looking for! Make the corners and nooks in your living room functional and install your mandir to make better use of limited space. You can also install one that hangs on the wall if you wish to save even more space. Try not to make the mandir look clustered with multiple things, only the essentials to be placed inside like mini idols and a dhoop stand.
Add Hanging Diyas For Added Glam
Hanging diyas are a great addition to your puja room if you want to add a traditional touch to your mandir. Not only does it look whimsical, but it also adds a vibe of tranquility once the diyas are lit and the whole scene comes to life. You can also add a hanging bell if you want to go a step further, while it may feel a little extra, it is a great element for creating an auspicious aura.
Put Your Cabinet’s Vacant Shelf To Use
If the showcase in your living room has extra space and could use a facelift to help with functionality, then keep reading. All you need to do is pep it up with a decorative backdrop or double doors which also gives you the choice of shutting the doors during the evenings when the puja area is not in use. You can also take notes and use acrylic sheets with cutouts of Om and Shanti symbols while keeping the rest of the details simple. Also, refrain from setting up your mandir space in the bedroom (or walk-in closet) as they are a big Vastu no-no.
Create A Distinctive Entrance
The entrance of your pooja room should be distinguishable from the doors of other rooms in the house. Use doors with wooden carvings or enamelled motifs to keep the look traditional or opt for glass doors to modernise the look of your puja room.
Use Glass For The Room
Glass looks extremely modern and sophisticated when used in pooja rooms and to be honest, makes any space look expensive when used for home decor. The idea is to create a glass room with wooden or metallic borders for a super clean and sleek look. Not only will it look attractive and welcoming, but also give you the luxury of viewing the deities from the outside.
Invest In A Marble Mandir
Most temples are done up in white marble for a reason, white marble creates a peaceful aura and is long-lasting. Also, if you wish to keep things tidy, installing a marble mandir is a great solution as it is compact yet spacious to hold all essentials.
Utilise The Walls
If you’re short on space, a great idea is to mount your mandir on a wall. This makes the mandir a focal point while occupying the least space, and you can always build a storage unit beneath for more efficiency.
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