How many square feet should I use per person to calculate a building size?
The building code requirements and the customer’s comfort level with specific sizes of work or activity space are the most important items to consider when determining an appropriate building size. There are some standard square footage guidelines for different building uses listed below that can assist you in determining an approximate building size. Education (Classroom) – 30 sq.ft. per student General Office Space – 100 sq.ft. per person Assembly Space – 15 sq.ft.
