40×40 trade show booth design

A 40×40 ft booth is 1600 sq ft, about 12.2×12.2 m. A major-exhibitor island. Often double-deck where the show allows it.

Updated 8 Oct 2026 · EaseMyExpo

What fits in a 40×40 booth

Layouts for this size

Before you design: check height, hanging-sign and line-of-sight limits in your show's exhibitor manual. Most US shows follow similar guidelines — see booth height and line-of-sight rules.

Design it in 3D

  1. Open Boothlane by EaseMyExpo and enter 40×40 ft and the booth type.
  2. Draw the back wall, counter and displays — or upload a reference photo of a booth you like.
  3. Export renders for approval and OBJ/FBX files for your builder.

Design a 40×40 booth

Runs in your browser. Imports from 3ds Max. Exports OBJ & FBX.

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Frequently asked questions

How big is a 40×40 booth?

1600 sq ft, about 12.2×12.2 m.

What can fit in a 40×40 booth?

Typically: Double-deck structure (where allowed); Theater; Multiple meeting rooms; Product zones by line; Storage and staff room.

What booth types come in 40×40?

Island booth.