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Café Design Online: Plan Your Coffee Shop Layout

A café needs a fast, visible coffee bar and seats for every kind of guest: quick espresso, long meetings and laptop workers. Plan the bar first, then mix seat types.

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What you can do here

  • Plan the coffee bar, display case and pick-up point
  • Mix bar stools, small tables, sofas and a long shared table
  • Plan power outlets and lighting for laptop corners
  • Try styles from Scandinavian to industrial

Typical sizes and tips

  • Round tables of 60 cm (24 in) suit two guests with coffee; 70–80 cm (28–32 in) works for a light meal.
  • Bar and window counters are often about 105–110 cm (42–43 in) high with stools about 75–80 cm (30 in) high.
  • Allow roughly 60 cm (24 in) of counter length per stool.
  • Keep the queue and the pick-up point apart so waiting guests do not block the door.
  • Plan outlets near wall seats if you want guests to work with laptops.

Common planning guidelines, not building-code requirements. Measure your room and check local rules.

Recommended styles

  • Scandinavian
  • Industrial
  • Boho
  • Japandi
  • Mid-century modern
Read the guideSmall Restaurant and Fast-Food Layout Basics: Space per Seat, Zones and Flow

Questions about this space

How big should a small café be?

Many small cafés run in 50–100 m² (540–1,080 sq ft). Plan the bar and back area first, then see how many seats fit.

Which seats earn the most?

Mixed seating keeps the room full at different times: two-tops turn fast, while sofas and shared tables keep groups and remote workers longer.

Can I design the outdoor seating too?

Yes. Add a terrace zone to the plan or design it as a separate balcony and terrace space.

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