Dining Room Layouts

Dining rooms, often featuring a dining table, chairs, and sometimes sideboards or china cabinets, serve as communal spaces for eating and socializing. The layout of these spaces prioritizes ease of movement and communication. The dining table, central to the space, is surrounded by chairs, with the number and arrangement varying based on family size and room shape. Sideboards or china cabinets, if present, are strategically placed to store dining essentials while contributing to the room's aesthetics. In smaller spaces or casual settings, breakfast nooks or dinettes may be used. The layout reflects a delicate balance between functionality, comfort, and style.

From Roman tricliniums, where reclining guests dined on low tables, to Medieval Great Halls, where large gatherings ate at long trestle tables, dining room layouts have transformed dramatically. In the Victorian era, separate dining rooms with large, ornate furniture became a status symbol. The 20th century popularized casual dining, leading to the advent of breakfast nooks and open-plan living. Today's dining spaces balance functionality and aesthetics, suiting diverse lifestyles and home sizes.

How much space should be between a table and a wall?

Clearances of at least 36” | 91.4 cm should be provided from the table edge to a wall or other objects near the table. A clearance of 48” | 122 cm is recommended for maximum flexibility and movement.

How much space should be allowed between a dining chair and table?

A depth of 18” | 46 cm for the movement and use of dining chairs should be provided around dining tables.

Are round tables more space efficient than square tables?

Round tables are more space efficient than square or rectangular tables because their lack of corners results in a smaller footprint.

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Restaurant Seating Arrangements

Restaurants have a few different options for their seating layouts to provide privacy to their guests while maintaining proper circulation in the restaurants. Tables can be angled or perpendicular. The layout of the seating can affect the overall atmosphere of the restaurant and should be taken into consideration by the interior designer.

Floorplans of three variations of Restaurant Seating Arrangements with dimensions for clearances between tables
Restaurants have a few different options for their seating layouts to provide privacy to their guests while maintaining proper circulation in the restaurant. Tables can be angled or perpendicular. The layout of the seating can affect the overall atmosphere of the restaurant and should be considered.

Floorplans of three variations of Restaurant Seating Arrangements with dimensions for clearances between tables
Restaurant Seating Arrangements
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Service Aisle: 2’6”-3’ | 76-91 cm
Passage: 1’6” | 46 cm
No Passage: 0-6” | 15 cm

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Square Table Sizes
Diagram of a various Square Table Sizes with recommendations for sizes and numbers of people

Square Dining Tables are popular and efficient tables that range in size from two to twelve person seating options. Able to be combined side by side as larger rectangular seating layouts, square tables are common in restaurants and cafes with layouts that need to be adjusted often to meet the demands of various party sizes.

Small square tables for two start at widths of 2’6” (76 cm) up to sizes for four to six people at widths of 4’-5’ (122-152 cm). Large square tables for groups of 8-12 people start at widths of 6’ (183 cm) and grow up to 8’ (244 cm).

Plan drawing of people sitting at multiple Square Tables of different sizes and capacities
Square Dining Tables are popular and efficient tables that range in size from two to twelve person seating options. Able to be combined side by side as larger rectangular seating layouts, square tables are common in restaurants and cafes with layouts that need to be adjusted often to meet demands.

Small square tables for two start at widths of 2’6” (76 cm) up to sizes for four to six people at widths of 4’-5’ (122-152 cm). Large square tables for groups of 8-12 people start at widths of 6’ (183 cm) and grow up to 8’ (244 cm).

Plan drawing of people sitting at multiple Square Tables of different sizes and capacities
Square Table Sizes
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2 Person Table: 2’6” | 76 cm
4 Person Table: 3’ | 91 cm
4-6 Person Table: 4’ | 122 cm
4-6 Person Table: 5’ | 152 cm
8-10 Person Table: 6’ | 183 cm
8-12 Person Table: 8’ | 244 cm

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Square Table Sizes plan, plan (seating), plan (people), size diagram

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Oval Table Sizes
Diagram representing the multiple sizes and seating capacities available for Oval dining tables

Oval Dining Tables are playful tables that are available in a variety of linear sizes and proportions that can seat between two to twelve people. Because of their curves, oval tables are usually used as stand alone elements in restaurant layouts and cannot be easily combined with other tables.

Smaller oval tables for four to six people start at widths from 2’6”-3’ (76-91 cm) and lengths from 5’-6’ (152-183 cm). Large oval tables for groups of 6-12 people start at widths between 3’6”-4’6” (107-137 cm) and pair with lengths from 8’-10’ (244-305 cm).

Plan drawing of people sitting around three sizes of Oval Tables for scale
Oval Dining Tables are playful tables that are available in a variety of linear sizes and proportions that can seat between two to twelve people. Because of their curves, oval tables are usually used as stand alone elements in restaurant layouts and cannot be easily combined with other tables.

Smaller oval tables for four to six people start at widths from 2’6”-3’ (76-91 cm) and lengths from 5’-6’ (152-183 cm). Large oval tables for groups of 6-12 people start at widths between 3’6”-4’6” (107-137 cm) and pair with lengths from 8’-10’ (244-305 cm).

Plan drawing of people sitting around three sizes of Oval Tables for scale
Oval Table Sizes
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2 Person Table: 2’6” x 3’6” | 76 x 107 cm
4-6 Person Table: 2’6” x 5’ | 76 x 152 cm
6-8 Person Table: 3’ x 6’ | 91 x 183 cm
8-10 Person Table: 3’6” x 8’ | 107 x 244 cm
10-12 Person Table: 4’6” x 10’ | 137 x 305 cm

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Oval Table Sizes plan, plan (seating), plan (people), size diagram

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Rectangle Table Sizes
Diagram of the various standard table dimensions of Rectangular dining tables with sizes and seating capacities

Rectangular Dining Tables are efficient tables that are available in a variety of sizes and proportions for seating two to twelve people. Able to be combined side by side as larger collective dining layouts, rectangular tables are found in most restaurants that need to be flexible for various party sizes and compositions.

Smaller rectangular tables for four to six people start at widths from 2’6”-3’ (76-91 cm) and lengths from 5’-6’ (152-183 cm). Large rectangular tables for groups of 6-12 people start at widths between 3’6”-4’6” (107-137 cm) and pair with lengths from 8’-10’ (244-305 cm).

Plan illustration of varied rectangular table sizes with people sitting around the tables for scale
Rectangular Dining Tables are efficient tables that are available in a variety of sizes and proportions for seating two to twelve people. Able to be combined side by side as larger collective dining layouts, rectangular tables are found in most restaurants that need flexibility for various needs.

Smaller rectangular tables for four to six people start at widths from 2’6”-3’ (76-91 cm) and lengths from 5’-6’ (152-183 cm). Large rectangular tables for groups of 6-12 people start at widths between 3’6”-4’6” (107-137 cm) and pair with lengths from 8’-10’ (244-305 cm).

Plan illustration of varied rectangular table sizes with people sitting around the tables for scale
Rectangle Table Sizes
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2 Person Table: 2’6” x 3’6” | 76 x 107 cm
4-6 Person Table: 2’6” x 5’ | 76 x 152 cm
6-8 Person Table: 3’ x 6’ | 91 x 183 cm
8-10 Person Table: 3’6” x 8’ | 107 x 244 cm
10-12 Person Table: 4’6” x 10’ | 137 x 305 cm

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Rectangle Table Sizes plan, plan (seating), plan (people), size diagram

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Hexagon Table Sizes
Diagram of three sizes of different Hexagon Tables for 6 or 12 people

Hexagon Dining Tables are unique six-sided tables that are sized for seating arrangements of either six or twelve people. Limited by the the six side design, hexagonal tables are sized specifically as a smaller six person design that can be scaled up proportionally for twelve people.

The six person hexagonal table has a width of 4’6” (137 cm), while the twelve person table is sized at a width of 7’6” (229 cm).

Drawing illustrating options for six person or twelve person Hexagon Tables with dimensions
Hexagon Dining Tables are unique six-sided tables that are sized for seating arrangements of either six or twelve people. Limited by the the six side design, hexagonal tables are sized specifically as a smaller six person design that can be scaled up proportionally for twelve people.

The six person hexagonal table has a width of 4’6” (137 cm), while the twelve person table is sized at a width of 7’6” (229 cm).

Drawing illustrating options for six person or twelve person Hexagon Tables with dimensions
Hexagon Table Sizes
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6 Person Table: 4’6” | 137 cm
6 Person Table (Comfortable): 5’6” | 168 cm
12 Person Table: 7’6” | 229 cm

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Hexagon Table Sizes plan, plan (seating), plan (people), size diagram

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