Exhibition stand sizes and types
At European and UK shows, stands are sold by the square metre. Common sizes are 3×3 m, 6×3 m, 6×6 m and 9×6 m. The stand type — row, corner, peninsula or island — depends on how many sides are open to the aisle.
Stand sizes
| Size | Area | In feet (approx.) | Usual types |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3×2 m | 6 m² | 10×7 ft | Row, Corner |
| 3×3 m | 9 m² | 10×10 ft | Row, Corner |
| 4×3 m | 12 m² | 13×10 ft | Row, Corner |
| 6×3 m | 18 m² | 20×10 ft | Row, Corner, Peninsula |
| 6×6 m | 36 m² | 20×20 ft | Corner, Peninsula, Island |
| 9×6 m | 54 m² | 30×20 ft | Peninsula, Island |
| 10×10 m | 100 m² | 33×33 ft | Island |
Stand types
| Type | German term | Open sides | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Row stand | Reihenstand | 1 | A stand in a row of stands, open to one aisle, with walls on three sides. |
| Corner stand | Eckstand | 2 | A stand at the end of a row, open to two aisles. |
| Peninsula stand | Kopfstand | 3 | A stand at the head of a row, open on three sides, also called a head stand or end stand. |
| Island stand | Inselstand | 4 | A free-standing stand open on all four sides, also called a block stand. |
Shell scheme or space only?
Small stands are often sold as a shell scheme: walls, fascia name board, carpet and lights supplied by the organiser. Larger stands are usually space only (raw space), where you bring a custom or modular build. Compare the two →
Design ideas by size
- 6 m²
3×2 m stand
The smallest common stand, often sold as a shell scheme package.
- 9 m²
3×3 m stand
The most common small stand size at European and UK shows.
- 12 m²
4×3 m stand
A little more depth for a counter plus a display wall.
- 18 m²
6×3 m stand
Room for a demo zone and a small meeting table.
- 36 m²
6×6 m stand
Usually space only, with a fully custom build.
- 54 m²
9×6 m stand
A large space-only stand with room for meeting rooms and a hospitality area.
- 100 m²
10×10 m stand
A flagship island stand, often two storeys where the organiser allows it.
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Start designingFrequently asked questions
What is the standard exhibition stand size?
3×3 m (9 m²) is the most common small stand size in Europe and the UK. Larger stands are usually multiples of 3 m.
What is a row stand?
A stand in a row, open to one aisle — called a Reihenstand in German.
What is the difference between a peninsula and an island stand?
A peninsula stand (Kopfstand) is open on three sides; an island stand (Inselstand) is open on all four.
How big is a 3×3 m stand in feet?
About 10×10 ft.