Room Set-up for Party Rentals

Room Set-Up

General table seating information "rule of thumb" for estimating seating capacity per square foot:

For Banquet Seating:
When using oblong tables, divide the room area (sq. ft.) by 8.
When using round tables, divide the room area (sq. ft.) by 10.
These figures are for maximum seating. If space permits, allow an additional 2 sq. ft. per person.

For Classroom Seating:
Divide "student" seating area (sq. ft.) by 8.

For Theatre Style Seating:
Divide "patron" seating area (sq. ft.) by 8. This method of figuring allows for chair and passage aisle. It does not allow for problems caused by wide traffic aisles, location of columns, service door, or unique room shapes. It is useful for a quick, general approximation.  When planning seating, cost per square foot per person is not the only factor to consider. Other questions must be answered, such as: does a certain size table make use of
your room space to best advantage? Or does the number of people possible at a certain size table make it easier or harder for waiter service in a specified station? Those who operate the function room must be called upon to help answer these questions.

Seating Capacity Per Banquet Table: