--- product_id: 6136181 title: "Human Dimension & Interior Space: A Source Book of Design Reference Standards" price: "€ 57.81" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/6136181-human-dimension-and-interior-space-a-source-book-of-design store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Human Dimension & Interior Space: A Source Book of Design Reference Standards **Price:** € 57.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Human Dimension & Interior Space: A Source Book of Design Reference Standards - **How much does it cost?** € 57.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/6136181-human-dimension-and-interior-space-a-source-book-of-design) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The study of human body measurements on a comparative basis is known as anthropometrics. Its applicability to the design process is seen in the physical fit, or interface, between the human body and the various components of interior space. Human Dimension and Interior Space is the first major anthropometrically based reference book of design standards for use by all those involved with the physical planning and detailing of interiors, including interior designers, architects, furniture designers, builders, industrial designers, and students of design. The use of anthropometric data, although no substitute for good design or sound professional judgment should be viewed as one of the many tools required in the design process. This comprehensive overview of anthropometrics consists of three parts. The first part deals with the theory and application of anthropometrics and includes a special section dealing with physically disabled and elderly people. It provides the designer with the fundamentals of anthropometrics and a basic understanding of how interior design standards are established. The second part contains easy-to-read, illustrated anthropometric tables, which provide the most current data available on human body size, organized by age and percentile groupings. Also included is data relative to the range of joint motion and body sizes of children. The third part contains hundreds of dimensioned drawings, illustrating in plan and section the proper anthropometrically based relationship between user and space. The types of spaces range from residential and commercial to recreational and institutional, and all dimensions include metric conversions. In the Epilogue, the authors challenge the interior design profession, the building industry, and the furniture manufacturer to seriously explore the problem of adjustability in design. They expose the fallacy of designing to accommodate the so-called average man, who, in fact, does not exist. Using government data, including studies prepared by Dr. Howard Stoudt, Dr. Albert Damon, and Dr. Ross McFarland, formerly of the Harvard School of Public Health, and Jean Roberts of the U.S. Public Health Service, Panero and Zelnik have devised a system of interior design reference standards, easily understood through a series of charts and situation drawings. With Human Dimension and Interior Space , these standards are now accessible to all designers of interior environments. Review: Great Book - This book is great. It is a great reference especially for looking for a specific dimension. It throws all wonder out the window when it comes to spacing furniture and spaces effectively and allowing them to function in a great manner. Definitely a must have for any interior designer. Review: My got to reference for those measurements - This is such a handy reference to have on hand when you work in any sort of design of spaces. I’m an interior designer and trying to remember how night mirror should be hung for ADA compliance or the width of seating for a booth style table is not something I have committed to memory so this boo has those dimensions and SO much more. Honestly. Every measurement you can think of. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #84,296 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #5 in Architectural Codes & Standards #180 in Interior Design #273 in Home Decorating (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 707 Reviews | ## Images ![Human Dimension & Interior Space: A Source Book of Design Reference Standards - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81akor+w0DL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Book *by N***Y on May 1, 2012* This book is great. It is a great reference especially for looking for a specific dimension. It throws all wonder out the window when it comes to spacing furniture and spaces effectively and allowing them to function in a great manner. Definitely a must have for any interior designer. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My got to reference for those measurements *by P***M on May 10, 2024* This is such a handy reference to have on hand when you work in any sort of design of spaces. I’m an interior designer and trying to remember how night mirror should be hung for ADA compliance or the width of seating for a booth style table is not something I have committed to memory so this boo has those dimensions and SO much more. Honestly. Every measurement you can think of. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A tool for space planning. *by K***R on December 14, 2010* This book is the bible for use of interior spaces and furniture size requirements. It's a tool you'll use for personal and client jobs. Need to know basic bathroom space requirements--it's here. Need to know office basics- desk height, seating, leg room--it's all in here and goes on and on--All areas of indoor living are covered--well maybe not the most intimate, oops! But seriously a very good addition to a working library. Try it you'll love it. ## Frequently Bought Together - Human Dimension & Interior Space: A Source Book of Design Reference Standards - The Interior Design Handbook: Furnish, Decorate, and Style Your Space - The Interior Design Reference & Specification Book updated & revised: Everything Interior Designers Need to Know Every Day --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/6136181-human-dimension-and-interior-space-a-source-book-of-design](https://www.desertcart.be/products/6136181-human-dimension-and-interior-space-a-source-book-of-design) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-06-24*