How many guest chairs do I need for my reception area?

A general planning guideline is 1.5–2 guest chairs per person who can be seen simultaneously in the area the reception serves. For a medical office seeing 6–8 patients per hour, 12–16 chairs may be appropriate. For a small business where 2–4 visitors wait at a time, 6–8 chairs are sufficient. Consider peak wait times and add 20% for buffer. OfficeFurniture2go.com can help you plan reception seating quantities — call 1-800-460-0858.