You can calculate kitchen size by multiplying the length and width of the kitchen area (Length × Width = Square Feet). For example, a kitchen that is 10 feet by 12 feet equals 120 square feet.
How to Calculate Kitchen Size
Calculating kitchen size is an important step before planning your interior design. It helps you understand how much space you have for cabinets, appliances, and movement.
In Bangladesh, especially in Dhaka apartments, kitchens are usually compact. So accurate measurement is very important for proper planning.
At Design 2morrow, kitchen size calculation is always the first step before design.
Basic Formula to Calculate Kitchen Size
The standard method is simple:
Kitchen Size (sqft) = Length × Width
Example:
If your kitchen is 10 feet long and 12 feet wide:
10 × 12 = 120 sqft
This gives you the total floor area of the kitchen.
Step-by-Step Measurement Process
Measure Length
Use a measuring tape to find the total length of the kitchen wall.
Measure Width
Measure the distance from one side to the other.
Multiply the Values
Multiply length and width to get total square feet.
Make sure measurements are taken in feet for easy calculation.
For Irregular Kitchen Shapes
Not all kitchens are rectangular. Some are L-shaped or have uneven areas.
In that case:
Divide the kitchen into smaller rectangles
Measure each part separately
Add all areas together
Example:
Part 1 = 8 × 10 = 80 sqft
Part 2 = 4 × 6 = 24 sqft
Total = 104 sqft
Why Kitchen Size Calculation is Important
Knowing your kitchen size helps in:
Planning cabinet layout
Estimating interior cost
Selecting proper storage
Designing workflow efficiently
Without proper measurement, design mistakes and cost issues can happen.
Standard Kitchen Sizes in Bangladesh
Typical kitchen sizes in Dhaka apartments:
Small kitchen
60 – 80 sqft
Medium kitchen
80 – 150 sqft
Large kitchen
150+ sqft
These sizes help you understand where your kitchen stands.
Kitchen Layout Based on Size
Kitchen size directly affects layout choice.
Small kitchen
Best for straight or parallel layout
Medium kitchen
Suitable for L-shape layout
Large kitchen
Can support U-shape or island kitchen
Choosing the right layout improves functionality.
Common Measurement Mistakes
Many homeowners make errors like:
Not including wall thickness
Ignoring corner spaces
Wrong measurement units
Not measuring full usable area
These mistakes lead to wrong design planning.
Tips for Accurate Measurement
Use a proper measuring tape
Measure more than once
Draw a simple layout sketch
Include door and window positions
Accurate measurement ensures better design.
How Professionals Use Kitchen Size
Interior designers use kitchen size to:
Plan cabinet dimensions
Calculate material requirements
Estimate total cost
Design workflow (sink, stove, fridge placement)
A professional firm like Design 2morrow ensures proper planning based on accurate measurements.