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Space adjacency matrix template

A space adjacency matrix records which rooms must be close, which should be, and which must be kept apart, before anyone draws a plan. This example covers ten rooms in a small office, from reception and open office to the server and plant rooms, in the classic triangular grid with a target area for each room.

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Space adjacency matrix example showing triangular grid of ten rooms, essential, desirable and avoid symbols, target area for each room
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. List the spaces

    Write each room from the brief down the side with its target area. Number them so the grid stays readable.

  2. Rate every pair

    For each pair, decide whether they must share a wall or door, should be close, or must be apart for noise, smell or security.

  3. Turn it into a layout

    Use the essential links to draw a bubble diagram, then a first floor plan. Keep the matrix as a check on later revisions.

Questions about this template

How do you read an adjacency matrix?

Find a room on the left, then read along its row and up its column. The symbol where two rooms meet shows how close they need to be.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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