When designing or renovating a home, one of the most important factors to consider is the size and layout of each room. Standard room sizes can vary depending on the purpose of the room, and it’s important to have a good understanding of these sizes to ensure that each room is functional and comfortable.
Whether you’re designing a small apartment or a large family home, understanding the standard sizes of each room can help you make the most of your space. From bedrooms and living rooms to kitchens and bathrooms, each room has its own set of standard dimensions.
It’s also important to keep in mind that these sizes are simply guidelines, and can be adjusted to fit your specific needs and preferences.
By understanding the standard room sizes and making adjustments as needed, you can create a home that is both functional and comfortable and meets the unique needs of your family.
Types of rooms in a house
- Veranda/Porch
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Pantry area
- Bathroom
- Bedroom
- Master Bedroom
- Changing area
- Nursery
- Guest Bedroom
- Storeroom
- Home Office
- Study
- Library
- Den
- Family Room
- Media Room
- Game Room
- Exercise Room
- Laundry Room
- Mud Room
- Entryway/Foyer
- Hallway
- Attic
- Basement
- Garage
- Workshop
Standard room sizes in feet and meters
Below is a comprehensive list of 28 different types of rooms (some are specific areas), each with its purpose and standard dimensions measured in both feet and meters.
Veranda/Porch
A veranda/porch is a covered outdoor space attached to a house or building, typically used for relaxation, dining, or socializing.
Minimum area required: 6 square meters (64 square feet) for a small outdoor seating area.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 6 x 8 | 1.82 x 2.43 |
| Medium | 10 x 10 | 3.04 x 3.04 |
| Large | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
Living Room
A room where the family spends most of their leisure time. In simple words, it’s a place for relaxation and entertainment.
Minimum area required: At least 16 square meters (172 square feet) for a comfortable seating area.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 16 x 20 | 4.87 x 6.09 |
| Large | 22 x 24 | 6.70 x 7.31 |
Dining Room
A room used for dining and entertaining guests. It’s usually located adjacent to the kitchen.
Minimum area required: 12 square meters (130 square feet) for a table and chairs.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
| Large | 14 x 18 | 4.26 x 5.48 |
Kitchen
A room for cooking and preparing meals.
Minimum area required:
- Kitchen (without dining area): 5.0m2
- Kitchen (with a separate store): 4.5m2
- Kitchen (with dining area): 7.5m2
(All the details are as per Indian building bye-laws 2016)
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 6 x 10 | 1.82 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 10 x 14 | 3.04 x 4.26 |
| Large | 12 x 18 | 3.65 x 5.48 |
Pantry Room/area
A room/area typically located near the kitchen, used for storing food items, dishes, and other kitchen-related items.
Minimum area required: 2 square meters (22 square feet) for a small pantry with shelves and storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 3 x 3 | 0.91 x 0.91 |
| Medium | 4 x 8 | 1.21 x 2.43 |
| Large | 5 x 10 | 1.52 x 3.04 |
Bathroom
A room used for personal hygiene activities such as bathing, showering, and using the toilet.
Minimum area required:
- Bathroom: 1.8m2
- Bathroom (Bath+water-closet): 2.8m2
(All the details are as per Indian building bye-laws 2016)
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 5 x 8 | 1.52 x 2.43 |
| Medium | 6 x 10 | 1.82 x 3.04 |
| Large | 8 x 12 | 2.43 x 3.65 |
Bedroom
A room used for sleeping and relaxation.
Minimum area required: 9 square meters (96 square feet) for a single bedroom with a bed and some storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 10 | 3.04 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Large | 14 x 16 | 4.26 x 4.87 |
Master Bedroom
A larger bedroom is usually reserved for the parents of the house.
Minimum area required: 12 square meters (130 square feet) for a larger bedroom with a king-size bed, walk-in closet, and en suite bathroom.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 14 x 16 | 4.26 x 4.87 |
| Large | 16 x 20 | 4.87 x 6.09 |
Changing Area
This room is used for changing clothes, such as in a gym or swimming pool.
Minimum required area: 2 square meters (22 square feet) for a small dressing room or closet.
Standard size:
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 3 x 3 | 0.91 x 0.91 |
| Medium | 4 x 4 | 1.21 x 1.21 |
| Large | 6 x 6 | 1.82 x 1.82 |
Nursery
A room designed for a baby or young child.
Minimum area required: 7 square meters (75 square feet) for a nursery with a crib, changing table, and storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Large | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
Guest Bedroom
A bedroom is designated for guests to stay in.
Minimum area required: 9 square meters (96 square feet) for a guest room with a bed and some storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 10 | 3.04 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Large | 14 x 16 | 4.26 x 4.87 |
Store Room
A room is typically used for storing items such as tools, cleaning supplies, and seasonal items.
Minimum area required: 4 square meters (43 square feet) for a small storage room.
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 10 | 3.04 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Large | 14 x 16 | 4.26 x 4.87 |
Home Office
A room designated for work and study.
Minimum area required: 7 square meters (75 square feet) for a small home office with a desk, chair, and storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Large | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
Study
A room designed for reading, writing, and research.
Minimum area required: 9 square meters (96 square feet) for a larger home office or study with bookshelves, a desk, and seating.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Large | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
Library
A room used for storing books and other reading materials.
Minimum area required: 12 square meters (130 square feet) for a home library with bookshelves and seating.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
| Large | 14 x 20 | 4.26 x 6.09 |
Den
A room used for relaxation, socializing, and entertainment.
Minimum area required: 9 square meters (96 square feet) for a cozy den or TV room with seating and storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Large | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
Family Room
A room used for casual family activities, such as watching TV, playing games, and entertaining guests.
Minimum area required: 15 square meters (160 square feet) for a larger family room with seating, storage, and entertainment options.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 12 x 14 | 3.65 x 4.26 |
| Medium | 16 x 18 | 4.87 x 5.48 |
| Large | 20 x 22 | 6.09 x 6.70 |
Media Room
A room designed for watching movies, TV shows, and other forms of media.
Minimum area required: 20 square meters (215 square feet) for a dedicated media room with a large screen, sound system, and seating.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 12 x 16 | 3.65 x 4.87 |
| Large | 14 x 20 | 4.26 x 6.09 |
Game Room
A room used for playing games, such as board games, video games, and billiards.
Minimum area required: 15 square meters (160 square feet) for a game room with a pool table, foosball table, or other games.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 16 x 16 | 4.87 x 4.87 |
| Large | 20 x 20 | 6.09 x 6.09 |
Exercise Room – A room designed for physical fitness activities, such as weightlifting, cardio exercises, and yoga.
Minimum area required: 10 square meters (107 square feet) for a small exercise room with equipment and storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 12 x 14 | 3.65 x 4.26 |
| Large | 14 x 16 | 4.26 x 4.87 |
Laundry Room
A room used for washing, drying, and folding laundry.
Minimum area required: 5 square meters (54 square feet) for a laundry room with a washer, dryer, and storage.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 6 x 8 | 1.82 x 2.43 |
| Medium | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
| Large | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
Mud Room
A room typically located near the entryway, is used for storing outdoor clothing, shoes, and other items.
Minimum area required: 3 square meters (32 square feet) for a small mud room with storage for coats, shoes, and other outdoor gear.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 4 x 6 | 1.21 x 1.82 |
| Medium | 6 x 8 | 1.82 x 2.43 |
| Large | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
Entryway/Foyer
A room at the entrance of a house, is used for welcoming guests, hanging coats, and storing shoes.
Minimum area required: 4 square meters (43 square feet) for an entryway or foyer with space for a coat rack, shoe rack, and a small table or bench.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 6 x 6 | 1.82 x 1.82 |
| Medium | 8 x 10 | 2.43 x 3.04 |
| Large | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
Hallway
A narrow passageway that connects rooms in a house or building.
Minimum area required: 1.5 meters (3 feet) wide and long enough to connect rooms and provide access to other areas of the house.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 3 x 10 | 0.91 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 4 x 12 | 1.21 x 3.65 |
| Large | 4 x 14 | 1.21 x 3.65 |
Attic
A space located in the uppermost part of a house, often used for storage.
Minimum area required: 7 square meters (75 square feet) for a usable attic space with headroom and access.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 10 | 3.04 x 3.04 |
| Medium | 14 x 20 | 3.65 x 6.09 |
| Large | 20 x 24 | 6.09 x 7.31 |
Basement
A space located below the main floor of a house, often used for storage or additional living space.
Minimum area required: 15 square meters (160 square feet) for a finished basement with a living area, bedroom, and bathroom.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 12 x 12 | 3.65 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 16 x 20 | 4.87 x 6.09 |
| Large | 20 x 30 | 6.09 x 9.14 |
Garage
A room or building used for storing vehicles and other items.
Minimum area required: 18 square meters (200 square feet) for a single-car garage and 36 square meters (400 square feet) for a two-car garage
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 16 | 3.04 x 4.87 |
| Medium | 20 x 20 | 6.09 x 6.09 |
| Large | 24 x 30 | 7.31 x 9.14 |
Workshop
A space used for working on projects, such as woodworking or metalworking.
Minimum area required: 9 square meters (96 square feet) for a small workshop with basic tools and equipment.
Standard size
| Room type | Size (Feet) | Size (Meter) |
| Small | 10 x 12 | 3.04 x 3.65 |
| Medium | 16 x 20 | 4.87 x 6.09 |
| Large | 20 x 30 | 6.09 x 9.14 |
Also read: 14 types of houses in India
