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Standard MeasurementsHow Much Space You Need (and What to Do if You Don’t Have It)
Get tips on allowing ample room for traffic flow through kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms and other areas
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Kitchen DesignKey Measurements to Help You Design Your Kitchen
Get the ideal kitchen setup by understanding spatial relationships, building dimensions and work zones
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Bathroom WorkbookStandard Fixture Dimensions and Measurements for a Master Bath
Create a luxe bathroom that functions well with these key measurements and layout tips
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Bathroom DesignKey Measurements to Help You Design a Powder Room
Clearances, codes and coordination are critical in small spaces such as a powder room. Here’s what you should know
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Bathroom DesignKey Measurements to Make the Most of Your Bathroom
Fit everything comfortably in a small or medium-size bath by knowing standard dimensions for fixtures and clearances
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Standard MeasurementsThe Right Dimensions for Your Porch
Depth, width, proportion and detailing all contribute to the comfort and functionality of this transitional space
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Standard MeasurementsThe Essentials: Key Measurements to Help You Design Your Home
Architect Steven Randel has taken the measure of each room of the house and its contents. We pull together his advice here
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Bathroom Design10 Common Bathroom-Layout Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Experts offer ways to dodge pitfalls that can keep you from having a beautiful, well-functioning bathroom
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EntrywaysKey Entryway Dimensions for Homes Large and Small
Find out what makes a foyer important, how much space it needs and how to scale its elements
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PatiosKey Measurements for Designing Your Perfect Patio
Get the right dimensions for your backyard bistro table, dining area, fire pit, grill or outdoor kitchen
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Remodeling GuidesKey Measurements: Recreation Rooms Rule
Planning to fix up the basement or build an addition for game tables? Learn what will fit and what you might want to include
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