Ottoman
Walkway29.5"
TV pass18.7"
Ottoman gap0"
Sofa to console48.0"
Walkway29.5"
TV pass18.8"
Ottoman gap9"
Sofa to console48.0"
From tape measurements. Walkway is to the sofa back at hip height (green at the 29.5 in we have today); TV pass is ottoman to console (green at 18 in or more).
Compare layouts
| Inches | Walkway | Gap | TV pass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Footstool | 29.5 | 0 | 18.7 |
| New York | 29.5 | 9 | 18.8 |
Clearance guidelines
| Space | Tight | OK | Comfy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofa to DJ shelf | < 24 | 30 | 36 |
| Ottoman to console | < 18 | 18 | 24 |
| Ottoman as a footrest | 0 to 12 | ||
| Ottoman as a table | 14 to 18 | ||
| End table vs arm | within 2 |
Inches. Common interior design rules of thumb, not code requirements. One person passing needs about 24; two people passing, or carrying something, needs 36.