In short
A 15 × 15 m island (225 m²) is a flagship stand. Treat it as a small building: a services core, several rooms, a theatre or bar, and a landmark feature. Staffing, logistics and approvals become as demanding as the design, so bring in a project manager from the earliest stage.
Key points
- 15 × 15 m is 225 m², about 2422 sq ft (50 × 50 ft).
- Staff: 8 or more, allocated by zone; about 75 visitors at once in comfort.
- Meeting space: Several rooms, often on an upper deck.
- Storage: 6 m² or more, plus a small kitchen or prep area.
15 × 15 m in numbers
| 15 × 15 m | |
|---|---|
| Area | 225 m² (about 2422 sq ft) |
| Nearest US size | 50 × 50 ft |
| Staff | 8 or more, allocated by zone |
| Visitors at once | About 75, allowing about 1.5 m² of open floor each |
| Meeting space | Several rooms, often on an upper deck. |
| Storage | 6 m² or more, plus a small kitchen or prep area. |
| Shell scheme or space only | Space only, often with rigging and a hanging sign. |
| Usual build | Flagship pavilion, quoted by zone |
What fits on a 15 × 15 m stand
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Reception | 1–2 points |
| Demo zones | 4+ |
| Meeting rooms | 2–4 |
| Stage or theatre | 1 |
| Bar and lounge | 1 |
| Store and kitchen | 6 m² or more |
Each piece of furniture removes floor that visitors would stand on. Start with the minimum and add only what serves the stand's objective.
Layout ideas
- Pavilion with core: rooms and services in the centre, with four active faces.
- Experience route: a guided path ending in hospitality.
- Multi-deck: a two-level stand if the venue allows it, with VIP space above.
By number of open sides
| Stand type | How it changes the layout |
|---|---|
| Row (one open side) | Rare at this size; a long frontage with closed rooms at the back. |
| Corner (two open sides) | Two entrances; put the tallest element where the closed walls meet. |
| Peninsula (three open sides) | Back wall for storage and meeting space; activity on three faces. |
| Island (four open sides) | No back wall: a central core or feature with activity on every face. |
See exhibition stand types for what each type means and how organisers classify them.
Things specific to 15 × 15 m
At this size, ask for a quote split by zone so you can remove a zone rather than reduce the quality of everything.
Two hundred and twenty-five square metres should be quoted zone by zone, so that cuts can be made cleanly.
Frequently asked questions
01How many staff does a 225 m² stand need?
Usually a dozen or more by zone, plus a stand manager. The exact number depends on your activities.
02How many people can staff a 15 × 15 m stand?
8 or more, allocated by zone. More staff leave less room for visitors; plan about one staff member per activity point.
03How big is 15 × 15 m in feet?
About 50 × 50 ft: 225 m² is roughly 2422 sq ft. Use the organiser's exact dimensions for graphics and drawings.
04Can a 15 × 15 m stand have a meeting room?
Several rooms, often on an upper deck.
Put it into practice
Design your trade show booth in 3D before you brief the builder
Design a trade show booth in 3D at your exact booth size, from a 10x10 inline to a 20x20 island, with renders and drawings for your builder.
Guidance here reflects common practice. Venues, organisers and countries set their own rules: always check the exhibitor manual and work with a qualified stand builder and engineer for structures.
