Corridor & Hallway Layouts

Corridor & Hallway Layouts

Description
Description

Hallways, also known as corridors, are spatial organizers common among many buildings. Designed to facilitate and organize the circulation within the building, specifically providing access to and from different spaces and rooms, their layouts tend to be informed by the need for spatial efficiency and the logical and natural flow of human occupants. Hallways can be laid out as double-loaded, where they provide entry into spaces on both sides, or single-loaded, where entry points are condensed to just one side. Hallways are characteristically narrow and long, but their layout and placement within a building will vary greatly depending on the overall program.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What factors should be considered when designing the width of a hallway?

Factors that should be considered when designing the width of a hallway include standards and required clearances first and foremost, followed by accessibility for all ages, environment or building type, and furniture or storage implementation.

What is the minimal width of a hallway?

The minimum width of a hallway is set at 36 inches (91.44 cm) to comply with ADA requirements. It is important to keep in mind that the width of a standard wheelchair ranges from 21 to 30 inches (53.34-76.2 cm).

What is the average width of a hallway?

The average width considered adequate in space, accommodation, accessibility is a range between 42 and 48 inches (106.88-121.92 cm). A corridor with a width of 60 inches (152.4 cm) allows for ample amount of space to add furniture and for two people to comfortably walk, but is less commonly found.

Layouts

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30”-36” | 76-92 cm
Corridor - One Lane
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Corridor - One Lane
68” | 173 cm
Corridor - Two Lane
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Corridor - Two Lane
Corridor - Two Lane

A two-lane corridor is a wider passage allowing bidirectional movement, improving efficiency and fluidity in crowded environments. It can accommodate simultaneous, opposite flows, reducing wait times and enhancing communication. Often used in schools, hospitals, and large offices, it ensures swift, orderly movement. Metaphorically, it symbolizes opportunities for dialogue, compromise, and understanding between different viewpoints. The two-lane concept fosters resilience and flexibility, catering to diverse needs and facilitating cooperative coexistence.

Two Lane Corridors have a typical minimum width of 68” (173 cm).

Illustration of the width of a Two Lane Corridor with two people walking side by side for scale
A two-lane corridor is a wider passage allowing bidirectional movement, improving efficiency and fluidity in crowded environments. It can accommodate simultaneous, opposite flows, reducing wait times and enhancing communication. It ensures swift, orderly movement.

Two Lane Corridors have a typical minimum width of 68” (173 cm).

Illustration of the width of a Two Lane Corridor with two people walking side by side for scale
Corridor - Two Lane
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68” | 173 cm
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Human Width: 24” | 60 cm

Drawings include:
Corridor - Two Lane side section

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Corridor - One Lane

A one-lane corridor is a narrow, confined passage designed for single-file movement. It provides an organized flow, reducing congestion and confusion. Despite its limitations, it can ensure efficiency and safety, specifically in controlled environments like workplaces or high traffic areas. Often used metaphorically, it reflects a situation or life path with few options, focusing on one goal or direction. The concept challenges adaptability, fostering patience, cooperation, and strategic planning.

One Lane Corridors have typical widths between 30”-36” (76-92 cm).

Drawing of the minimal widths of a One Lane Corridor showing the standard size of a person with dimensions
A one-lane corridor is a narrow, confined passage designed for single-file movement. It provides an organized flow, reducing congestion and confusion. Despite its limitations, it can ensure efficiency and safety, specifically in controlled environments like workplaces or high traffic areas.

One Lane Corridors have typical widths between 30”-36” (76-92 cm).

Drawing of the minimal widths of a One Lane Corridor showing the standard size of a person with dimensions
Corridor - One Lane
Height:
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30”-36” | 76-92 cm
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
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Human Width: 24” | 60 cm

Drawings include:
Corridor - One Lane side section

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