It’s auspicious to place photos or paintings of deities on the walls in the north, north-east or eastern sides. A well or under- ground water storage should never be in the west or south-west parts of a plot. The overhead tank should be in the west or between the west and south-west parts of the plot. It’s advisable, as far as possible, not to keep any door or window openings on the southern walls of a house. A basement or cellar should be avoided. However, if required, it’s advised to locate it in the north, north-east or eastern sides of the plot. A roof sloping towards the south or west causes financial instability. Parapet walls on the south and west sides should be kept higher than the others.