Clients are always asking me about how much space they should leave between things when arranging a room - here are some quick guidelines....

Traffic Lanes
36” in busy rooms24 to 30” in private or seldom used rooms
Between Sofa and Coffee Table
15” for short sofa
24” for long sofa

Between Television and SeatingBest viewing is within 45 degrees of the straight-on view. Distance depends on screen size.

Chair Pull-Back Space Around Dining Table
Typically 36-40”
42” if the space is also a traffic route

Between Kitchen Island and Other Cabinets
36”

Around Bed
18-24” for ease of changing bedding
36” if someone needs to walk there

In Front of ClosetsWidth of doors if they swing open. 36” to view contents if doors fold or slide open.

In Front of Dressers or Desks
36” for standing room while opening drawers. 42-60” for chair pull-back at desks

Hope that helps!