spatial-layout-guide

name	spatial-layout-guide
description	A layout guide for optimizing furniture placement and spatial traffic flow. The 'item-curator' and 'style-analyst' agents must use this skill's placement rules, dimension standards, and traffic flow design methods when selecting and arranging furniture. Used for 'furniture placement', 'spatial layout', 'traffic flow design', etc. Color design and budget management are outside this skill's scope.

Spatial Layout Guide

Interior furniture placement dimension rules, traffic flow design, and layout patterns by room type.

Basic Dimension Rules

Clearance Standards

Location	Minimum	Recommended	Notes
Main pathway (hallway)	80cm	90-120cm	Two-person passing
Between furniture	60cm	75-90cm	Single-person passage
Behind dining chairs	75cm	90-100cm	Chair pull-out + passage
TV to sofa distance	TV diagonal x 1.5	x 2.0	Viewing distance
Bedside clearance	60cm	75cm	Bedmaking space
Kitchen work triangle	Each side 1.2-2.7m	Total 4-8m	Efficient workflow

Standard Furniture Dimensions (cm)

Furniture	Width (W)	Depth (D)	Height (H)	Notes
2-seat sofa	140-170	80-90	80-85	Small living room
3-seat sofa	190-230	85-95	80-85	Standard
L-shaped sofa	250-300	85-95	80-85	Large living room
Coffee table	100-130	50-70	40-45	Sofa height minus 5cm
4-person dining table	120-140	80	75	Round: diameter 100
6-person dining table	160-180	80-90	75
Single bed	100	200	45-50	One person
Double bed	150	200	45-50	Couple minimum
Queen bed	160	200	45-50	Standard couple
King bed	180	200	45-50	Large bedroom
Desk	120-160	60-80	72-75	Monitor-based
Wardrobe	60-100	55-60	200-240	Sliding doors need extra depth

Layout Patterns by Room

Living Room

Pattern A: Face-to-face (large living room)
  [Sofa] <-> [Sofa/Armchair]
       [Coffee Table]
           [TV]

Pattern B: L-shaped (standard living room)
  [Sofa ----------]
  [So  ]  [Coffee Table]
  [fa  ]       [TV]

Pattern C: Linear (small living room/studio)
  [Sofa ----------]
  [Coffee Table]
      [TV]

Bedroom

Pattern A: Center placement
  [Nightstand]  [Bed]  [Nightstand]
                [Dresser]

Pattern B: One-side placement (small room)
  [Bed]  [Nightstand]
  [Wardrobe ----------]

Lighting rule: Headboard beside or opposite window (avoid direct sunlight)

Kitchen

Work Triangle:
  [Fridge] <-1.2-2.7m-> [Sink] <-1.2-2.7m-> [Range]

Layout types:
  I-shape: Single wall straight (studio/small kitchen)
  L-shape: Corner utilization (standard)
  U-shape: Three-wall use (large kitchen)
  Island: Center table (650+ sq ft)
  Galley: Both walls (corridor type)

Study/Home Office

Desk placement principles:
  1. Natural light from the side (avoid frontal glare)
  2. Face the door (psychological comfort)
  3. 15-20cm gap from wall (ventilation)
  4. Outlet accessibility

[Window]
     [Desk ------]
     [Chair]
[Bookshelf]         [Storage]

Standard Apartment Floor Plan Tips

Standard Unit (84 sq m / 900 sq ft) Layout Tips

Living room: approx. 5.5 x 3.5m
  -> 3-seat sofa (220cm) + coffee table + TV stand + side table
  -> For L-shaped sofa, verify clearance (minimum 300cm wall space)

Kitchen: approx. 3 x 3m
  -> L-shape or I-shape + island table (if space permits)
  -> Fridge location: near entrance (minimize traffic)

Master bedroom: approx. 3.5 x 3.5m
  -> Queen bed (160cm) + nightstands on both sides
  -> Dresser or vanity near window

Second bedroom: approx. 3 x 2.5m
  -> Single bed + desk (or loft bed + desk)

Lighting Placement Guide

Three-Layer Lighting Structure

Ambient (overall): Ceiling fixtures, recessed lights — overall room brightness
Task (work): Desk lamp, pendant — focused work area lighting
Accent (mood): Floor lamp, candles — atmosphere creation

Height standards:
  Pendant (over dining table): 75-90cm above table surface
  Floor lamp: Beside sofa, reading height 120-150cm
  Wall sconce: 150-170cm from floor

References

• Standard apartment floor plans and ergonomic standards
• Detailed layout templates: see references/layout-templates.md