Standard Measurements: Tips From the Experts

Decorating Guides

How Much Space You Need (and What to Do if You Don’t Have It)

By Yanic Simard

Get tips on allowing ample room for traffic flow through kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms and other areas
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Kitchen Design

By Steven Randel

Get the ideal kitchen setup by understanding spatial relationships, building dimensions and work zones
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Remodeling Guides

By Steven Randel

Learn what heights, widths and configurations make stairs the most functional and comfortable to use
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Remodeling Guides

By Steven Randel

Fit all your work surfaces, equipment and storage with comfortable clearances by keeping these dimensions in mind
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Laundry Rooms

By Steven Randel

Get the layout dimensions that will help you wash and fold — and maybe do much more — comfortably and efficiently
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Remodeling Guides

By Steven Randel

Learn the dimensions that will help your bed, nightstands and other furnishings fit neatly and comfortably in the space
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Garages

By Steven Randel

Get the dimensions that will let you fit one or more cars in your garage, plus storage and other needs
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Bathroom Design

By Steven Randel

Clearances, codes and coordination are critical in small spaces such as a powder room. Here’s what you should know
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Living Rooms

By Steven Randel

Learn the basic dimensions that will allow good circulation, flow and balance as you fit in all the furnishings you want
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Dining Rooms

By Steven Randel

Consider style, function and furniture to plan a dining space that will let you entertain with ease
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Bathroom Design

By Steven Randel

Fit everything comfortably in a small or medium-size bath by knowing standard dimensions for fixtures and clearances
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