Standard Cabinet Dimensions Guide

Formula

Preparation / Sink Area Height

User’s Height ÷ 2 + 5cm to 10cm

Cooking Area (Hob) Height

Typically 8cm – 10cm lower than the preparation/sink area.

User HeightSink / Preparation Area HeightCooking Area (Hob) Height
150cm – 159cm80cm – 82cm72cm – 75cm
160cm – 169cm85cm77cm – 80cm
170cm – 175cm88cm – 90cm80cm – 82cm
176cm and above92cm – 95cm85cm

Other Kitchen Dimensions

  • Wall cabinet height approximately 145cm – 150cm from the floor.
  • Top hung kitchen cabinet Recommended cabinet depth: 30cm – 35cm
  • Distance between countertop & wall cabinet: 55cm – 60cm
  • Recommended range hood height: 60cm – 80cm

Wardrobe (casement)

  • Depth: 600mm
  • Height: 2400mm – 2800mm
  • Hanging Section:
    • Short clothes: 1000mm – 1200mm
    • Long clothes: 1500mm – 1800mm

Wardrobe (sliding)

  • Depth: 680mm
  • Height: 2400mm – 2800mm

Shoe Cabinet

  • Depth: 300mm – 350mm
  • Height: Custom
  • Shelf spacing: 150mm – 200mm

TV Console

  • Height: 400mm – 600mm
  • Depth: 350mm – 500mm

Bathroom Vanity

  • Height: 800mm – 900mm
  • Depth: 450mm – 550mm