Room Layouts
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably.
Crescent Rounds
Seating around half of the table so all participants are facing the front with no one’s back to the presenter.
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably.
U-Shape
Tables are arranged in a large “U” shape with open space in the middle. Participants are seated around the outside, facing the center. Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people.
E-Shape
Tables are arranged in a large “E” shape with open spaces. Participants are seated around the outside, facing the center. Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people.
T-Shape
Tables are arranged in a large “T” shape. Participants are seated around the outside, facing the center. Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people.
Hollow Square
Tables are arranged in a square with chairs along the outside facing an empty center. Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people.
Conference Style
Long tables arranged together to create a single large table with seating all around for up to 25 people.
Reception Style
A combination of round tables and smaller cocktail tables neatly arranged throughout the floor.
Team Tables
Several conference style set-ups scattered throughout the floor. Appropriate for small work groups that need to meet in the same room at the same time.
