Standard Dimensions

Standard measurements and ergonomic guidelines for interior spaces.

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Interior Design Reference Guide

Standard dimensions commonly used in residential interior design.

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
3-Seater Sofa	2100 × 900 mm	450 mm from coffee table
2-Seater Sofa	1600 × 900 mm	450 mm
Coffee Table	900 × 600 mm	450 mm from seating
TV Unit	1800 × 450 mm	Minimum depth 450 mm
Side Table	450 × 450 mm	Same height as sofa arm
Main Walkway	—	Minimum 900 mm
TV Viewing Distance	Depends on TV Size	2.5–3.5 metres

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
Single Bed	900 × 1900 mm	Minimum 600 mm on one side
Queen Bed	1500 × 2000 mm	Minimum 750 mm around bed
King Bed	1800 × 2000 mm	Minimum 900 mm around bed
Bedside Table	450 × 450 mm	Same height as mattress
Dressing Table	900 × 450 mm	750 mm front clearance
Bedroom Walkway	—	Minimum 750 mm

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
Kitchen Counter Height	850 – 900 mm	Comfortable working height
Kitchen Counter Depth	600 mm	Standard countertop depth
Base Cabinet Depth	600 mm	Including countertop
Wall Cabinet Depth	300 – 350 mm	Mounted above countertop
Gap Between Counter & Wall Cabinets	600 mm	Recommended vertical space
Kitchen Island Height	900 mm	Standard working height
Walkway Between Counters	1000 – 1200 mm	Allows comfortable movement
Sink Width	600 mm	Common single-bowl sink size
Cooktop Width	600 – 900 mm	Depends on number of burners
Refrigerator Space	900 × 700 mm	Leave ventilation clearance

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
Main Entrance Door	1000 × 2100 mm	Minimum clear opening
Bedroom Door	900 × 2100 mm	Standard residential size
Bathroom Door	750 × 2100 mm	Minimum recommended width
Sliding Door	1800 × 2100 mm	Depends on opening size
Standard Window	1200 × 1200 mm	Common residential size
French Window	1800 × 2100 mm	Provides maximum daylight
Window Sill Height	750 – 900 mm	From finished floor level
Window Lintel Height	2100 mm	Standard top level
Door Frame Thickness	100 – 125 mm	Depends on wall thickness
Window Ventilation Gap	50 – 100 mm	Recommended for airflow

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
Wardrobe Depth	600 mm	Standard hanging depth
Wardrobe Height	2100 – 2400 mm	Depends on ceiling height
Sliding Wardrobe Width	1800 – 3000 mm	Varies with room size
Hanging Section Height	1000 – 1200 mm	For shirts and jackets
Long Hanging Section	1500 – 1800 mm	For dresses and coats
Drawer Height	150 – 250 mm	Suitable for clothes and accessories
Shelf Spacing	300 – 450 mm	Adjust according to storage needs
Loft Cabinet Height	450 – 600 mm	Ideal for seasonal storage
Handle Height	900 – 1200 mm	Comfortable reach for users
Clearance in Front of Wardrobe	900 mm	Minimum space for easy access

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
Wash Basin Height	800 – 850 mm	Comfortable for adults
Vanity Depth	450 – 600 mm	Standard countertop depth
Mirror Height	900 – 1200 mm	Above wash basin
Western WC Size	700 × 400 mm	Standard floor-mounted unit
Shower Area	900 × 900 mm	Minimum comfortable size
Bathtub Size	1500 – 1800 × 700 mm	Depends on bathroom size
Towel Bar Height	1200 mm	From finished floor level
Toilet Paper Holder Height	650 – 700 mm	Beside the WC
Bathroom Door Width	750 mm	Minimum recommended width
Clear Space in Front of WC	750 mm	Minimum comfortable clearance

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
2-Seater Dining Table	750 × 750 mm	Ideal for compact spaces
4-Seater Dining Table	1200 × 750 mm	Standard family size
6-Seater Dining Table	1800 × 900 mm	Comfortable seating for six
8-Seater Dining Table	2400 × 1000 mm	Suitable for larger dining rooms
Dining Chair	450 × 450 mm	Seat height: 450 mm
Dining Table Height	750 mm	Standard dining height
Chair Clearance Behind	900 mm	Minimum for easy movement
Buffet / Crockery Unit	1500 × 450 mm	Standard storage depth
Distance Between Table & Wall	1200 mm	Comfortable circulation space
Pendant Light Height	750 – 900 mm	Above the tabletop

Item	Standard Dimension	Recommended Clearance
Office Desk	1200 × 600 mm	Standard single-user desk
Executive Desk	1800 × 750 mm	Suitable for larger workspaces
Desk Height	750 mm	Standard ergonomic height
Office Chair Seat Height	450 – 500 mm	Adjustable for user comfort
Monitor Viewing Distance	500 – 700 mm	Eye level with top of screen
Keyboard Tray Height	650 – 700 mm	Comfortable typing position
Walkway Between Desks	900 – 1200 mm	Minimum circulation space
Storage Cabinet Depth	450 mm	Standard office storage
Bookshelf Depth	300 mm	Suitable for files and books
Leg Clearance Under Desk	600 mm (W) × 600 mm (D)	Minimum comfortable leg space