Earth has been in existence for billions of years and throughout its existence, time has maintained a perfect order in its environment. In its natural state every inch of the earth is in harmony with cosmic order. When we disturb a part of the earth, we disturb cosmic order at that point. From this perspective we have no right to disturb the earth by putting a building on it. This raises a dilemma.
Modern man needs shelter to live and work.
Sthapatya Ved provides the answer. It shows how to incorporate the naturally occurring cosmic order into the design of the building. Thereby, Sthapatya Ved re-establishes the natural order that was lost by disturbing the earth to raise the building. Central place of the house called Brahma-sthana should be unobstructed with columns or walls. This space allows cosmic energy to flow evenly in the house.