12 Condominium Floor Plans

A condominium floor plan is not an apartment floor plan. While both are multi-unit residential buildings, a condominium (condo) is owned by individual residents, while an apartment is rented. The difference affects the plan: condos require more storage (owners accumulate more stuff than renters), higher-quality finishes, and often more amenities (gym, pool, party room, rooftop terrace). The challenge is balancing the number of units per floor (to maximize revenue) with the size of each unit (to attract buyers) while meeting building codes (fire exits, accessibility, sound insulation).

1. The Studio Condominium (25-40 m² / 270-430 sq ft)

A studio condominium has one large room that serves as living, dining, and sleeping area. The kitchen is along one wall (often with a breakfast bar). The bathroom is the only enclosed room. The studio is the smallest and most affordable condo type, popular with singles and students. The challenge is making the sleeping area feel private without walls (use a room divider or a Murphy bed).

This plan is for singles, students, or investors looking for affordable units. The emotional effect is compact, efficient, and flexible.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 25-40 m² (270-430 sq ft).
• Bathroom: 3-5 m².
• Kitchen: 4-6 m² (along one wall).
• Sleeping area: 6-10 m² (open to living area).
• Living area: 10-15 m².
• Window: on one exterior wall.

2. The 1-Bedroom Condominium (45-65 m² / 480-700 sq ft)

A 1-bedroom condominium has a separate, enclosed bedroom (with a door). The living-dining-kitchen area is open (or semi-open). The bedroom has a window on the exterior wall. This plan is larger than a studio (45-65 m²) and offers privacy for the sleeping area. This is the most popular condo type for couples and singles who want a guest room or home office.

This plan is for couples, singles who want a separate bedroom, or investors. The emotional effect is zoned, private, and livable.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 45-65 m² (480-700 sq ft).
• Bedroom: 10-14 m² (with window).
• Living-dining-kitchen: 20-30 m² (open plan).
• Bathroom: 4-6 m².
• Storage: closet in bedroom and entry.

3. The 2-Bedroom Condominium (65-90 m² / 700-970 sq ft)

A 2-bedroom condominium has two separate bedrooms, one or two bathrooms, a living-dining-kitchen area, and storage. The master bedroom often has an attached bathroom. The second bedroom is for a child, guest, or home office. The 2-bedroom condo is for small families, roommates, or couples who need a home office. The challenge is giving both bedrooms windows (the building facade is limited) and providing privacy between the bedrooms.

This plan is for small families, roommates, or couples with a home office. The emotional effect is family-sized, efficient, and dual-zone.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 65-90 m² (700-970 sq ft).
• Master bedroom: 12-16 m² (with window, attached bathroom, closet).
• Second bedroom: 10-14 m² (with window, closet).
• Living-dining-kitchen: 25-35 m² (open plan).
• Bathrooms: 1-2 (master attached + common).
• Storage: closets in both bedrooms and entry.

4. The 3-Bedroom Condominium (90-120 m² / 970-1,300 sq ft)

A 3-bedroom condominium has three separate bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living-dining-kitchen area, and storage. The master bedroom has an attached bathroom. The two secondary bedrooms share a common bathroom. The 3-bedroom condo is for larger families or for buyers who want a home office and a guest room. The challenge is fitting three bedrooms (all with windows) into the building facade—often requiring a corner unit or a deep building with light wells.

This plan is for larger families, or anyone needing multiple home offices. The emotional effect is family-sized, spacious, and multi-zone.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 90-120 m² (970-1,300 sq ft).
• Master bedroom: 14-18 m² (with window, attached bath, walk-in closet).
• Secondary bedrooms: 11-14 m² each (with windows).
• Living-dining-kitchen: 30-40 m² (open plan).
• Bathrooms: 2 (master attached + common).
• Storage: closets in all bedrooms, entry, and linen.

5. The Corner Condominium (Two Exposures, L-Shaped)

A corner condominium has windows on two perpendicular exterior walls (corner of the building). The L-shape or open plan takes advantage of two exposures for light and cross-ventilation. The living area is often at the corner (with windows on both sides). The bedrooms are along one or both walls. The corner unit is the most desirable (and expensive) in a building because it has more light and air. The challenge is arranging the rooms so the corner is not wasted (bathroom in the corner is a waste; living area in the corner is best).

This plan is for buyers who want more light and air, or for luxury units. The emotional effect is corner-oriented, light-filled, and airy.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 70-120 m² (depending on bedrooms).
• Two exposures: north-south, east-west, or north-east, etc.
• Corner: living area at the corner (windows on both sides).
• Bedrooms: along one or both exterior walls.
• Cross-ventilation: windows on two sides for airflow.

6. The Duplex Condominium (Two Floors, House-Like)

A duplex condominium has two floors (ground floor + upper floor, or upper floor + roof terrace). The lower floor has the living-dining-kitchen, a powder room, and a balcony. The upper floor has 2-3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The duplex condo offers privacy (bedrooms are on a separate floor) and a sense of house-like living within a condominium building. The challenge is the stairs (not accessible) and the larger footprint required (the stairs take space). This plan is for buyers who want a house-like condo, or for luxury units.

This plan is for buyers who want a house-like apartment, or for luxury units. The emotional effect is duplex, private, and house-like.

Quick Specs

• Ground floor area: 50-70 m² (540-750 sq ft).
• Upper floor area: 45-65 m² (480-700 sq ft).
• Total area: 95-135 m² (1,020-1,450 sq ft).
• Ground floor: living-dining-kitchen (open), powder room, stair, balcony.
• Upper floor: master bedroom (with attached bathroom), 1-2 secondary bedrooms, common bathroom, linen closet.
• Stair width: 0.9-1.0 m.

7. The Penthouse Condominium (Top Floor, Terrace, Views)

A penthouse condominium is on the top floor of the building. It has higher ceilings (10-12 ft / 3-3.6 m), larger windows (floor-to-ceiling), and a private terrace (roof terrace or balcony). The penthouse has the best views and the most luxurious finishes. It may have 3-4 bedrooms, 3-4 bathrooms, a large open living-dining-kitchen, a den, a wine cellar, and a home theater. The challenge is the cost (penthouses are the most expensive units) and the terrace (must be waterproofed and drained). This plan is for luxury buyers, or for the top floor of a high-rise.

This plan is for luxury buyers, or for the top floor of a high-rise. The emotional effect is luxurious, top-floor, and view-oriented.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 150-300 m² (1,600-3,200 sq ft) or larger.
• Terrace: 50-150 m² (540-1,600 sq ft).
• Ceiling height: 3-3.6 m (10-12 ft).
• Master suite: 30-50 m² (with luxury bathroom, walk-in closet, private terrace).
• Secondary bedrooms: 15-25 m² each (with attached bathrooms).
• Living-dining-kitchen: 50-100 m² (open plan).

8. The Accessible Condominium (ADA Compliant, Wheelchair Friendly)

An accessible condominium designed for wheelchair users or people with mobility limitations. The plan meets accessibility guidelines: wide doorways (0.9 m minimum), wide corridors (1.2 m minimum), a turning circle (1.5 m diameter) in the living area and bedroom, a roll-in shower (no curb) in the bathroom, grab bars, and a kitchen with knee clearance (0.7 m clear space underneath the sink and cooktop). The unit is single-story (no stairs). The challenge is the larger space required (larger footprint than a standard unit). This plan is for accessible housing, aging-in-place, or any buyer with mobility limitations.

This plan is for accessible housing, aging-in-place, or any buyer with mobility limitations. The emotional effect is accessible, safe, and spacious.

Quick Specs

• Total area: 55-75 m² (590-800 sq ft) – larger than standard.
• Door width: 0.9 m minimum (dimensioned).
• Corridor width: 1.2 m minimum (dimensioned).
• Turning circle: 1.5 m diameter (dashed circle) in living area and bedroom.
• Roll-in shower: 1.2 m x 1.5 m minimum (no curb, grab bars).
• Kitchen knee clearance: 0.7 m under sink and cooktop (labeled).

9. The Narrow Condominium (5-6 m Wide, Deep)

A narrow condominium for a building with a narrow floor plate (5-6 m wide). The unit is long and deep (10-15 m). Rooms are arranged in a line from front to back. The living area is at the front (window), the kitchen and dining in the middle, and the bedroom(s) at the rear (window). A corridor runs along one side. The narrow condo is common in row houses and urban infill buildings. The challenge is the long, dark corridor and the limited natural light in the middle. A skylight or light well is essential.

This plan is for narrow buildings, row houses, or any site where width is limited. The emotional effect is narrow, linear, and efficient.

Quick Specs

• Unit width: 5-6 m (16-20 ft).
• Unit depth: 10-15 m (33-49 ft).
• Total area: 50-75 m² (540-800 sq ft).
• Living room: at the front (window).
• Kitchen-dining: in the middle.
• Bedroom(s): at the rear (window).
• Corridor width: 1.0-1.2 m.

10. The Wide Condominium (7-9 m Wide, Shallow)

A wide condominium for a building with a wide floor plate (7-9 m wide). The unit is wide and shallow (depth 8-10 m). Rooms are arranged side by side (not front to back). The wide condo has more natural light (windows on one side) and better cross-ventilation (if there are windows on two sides). The wide plan is for larger units (2-3 bedrooms). The challenge is the wide width (requires a wide building) and the potential for a long corridor (if the bedrooms are at the ends). This plan is for wide buildings, corner units, or any site where width is generous.

This plan is for wide buildings, corner units, or any site where width is generous. The emotional effect is wide, open, and side-by-side.

Quick Specs

• Unit width: 7-9 m (23-30 ft).
• Unit depth: 8-10 m (26-33 ft).
• Total area: 70-90 m² (750-970 sq ft).
• Rooms: side by side (living, dining, kitchen, bedrooms).
• No long corridors (rooms are side by side).

11. The High-Rise Condominium (Central Core, Units Radiating)

A high-rise condominium floor plan (typical floor) for a tall building (10-50 stories). The building has a central core (elevators, stairs, mechanical shafts, trash chute). Units radiate from the core (4-8 units per floor). The central core maximizes the number of units per floor and provides efficient vertical circulation. The challenge is the long corridor (if units are arranged along a double-loaded corridor) or the irregular unit shapes (if units radiate from the core). This plan is for high-rise buildings, urban sites, or any building with a central elevator core.

This plan is for high-rise buildings, urban sites, or any building with a central elevator core. The emotional effect is high-rise, efficient, and core-focused.

Quick Specs

• Core size: 8 m x 8 m to 12 m x 12 m (elevators, stairs, shafts).
• Units per floor: 4-8.
• Unit area: 50-150 m² (540-1,600 sq ft) each.
• Corridor: double-loaded (units on both sides) or radial (around the core).

12. The Mixed-Use Condominium (Retail Below, Condos Above)

A mixed-use condominium building with retail (shops, restaurants) on the ground floor and condominium units on the upper floors. The ground floor has separate entrances for retail (directly from the street) and a separate residential lobby (with elevator and stairs). The retail spaces have high ceilings (12-15 ft) and large windows. The residential floors have standard ceiling heights (8-9 ft). The challenge is separating the residential and retail uses (different entrances, different utility meters, different fire separations). This plan is for urban main streets, transit-oriented development, or any site where street-level activation is desired.

This plan is for urban main streets, transit-oriented development, or any site where street-level activation is desired. The emotional effect is mixed-use, vibrant, and urban.

Quick Specs

• Ground floor: retail spaces (2-6 units) + residential lobby + parking or service access.
• Upper floors (2-10+): condominium units (studios to 3-bedroom).
• Retail ceiling height: 12-15 ft.
• Residential ceiling height: 8-9 ft.
• Separate entrances: retail doors directly from street, residential lobby separate.

Comparison Summary

Conclusion

A condominium floor plan is a plan for owned residential units in a multi-unit building. Unlike an apartment (rental), a condo must appeal to buyers who are investing their own money. The plan must have good light, good views, efficient layouts, and enough storage.

The twelve condo plans presented here offer different strategies for different buyers and different buildings.

The Studio Condominium says: one room for everything. This is for singles and students. The challenge is making the sleeping area feel private.

The 1-Bedroom Condominium says: separate the bedroom from the living area. This is for couples or singles who want a separate bedroom.

The 2-Bedroom Condominium says: two bedrooms for small families or roommates. This is the most popular size.

The 3-Bedroom Condominium says: three bedrooms for larger families. This is for buyers who need more space.

The Corner Condominium says: two exposures, more light, cross-ventilation. This is the most desirable unit.

The Duplex Condominium says: two floors, house-like living. This is for buyers who want a house in a condo building.

The Penthouse Condominium says: top floor, terrace, views, luxury finishes. This is for luxury buyers.

The Accessible Condominium says: design for everyone. Wide doors, wide corridors, turning circle, roll-in shower. This is for wheelchair users.

The Narrow Condominium says: fit into a narrow building (5-6 m wide). The unit is long and deep. The risk is the long, dark corridor.

The Wide Condominium says: take advantage of a wide building (7-9 m wide). Rooms are side by side. This is for wider buildings.

The High-Rise Condominium says: central core, units radiating. This is for tall buildings with elevators.

The Mixed-Use Condominium says: retail on the ground floor, condos above. This is for urban main streets.

When designing a condominium floor plan, ask: Who is the buyer? A young single person wants a studio or 1-bedroom. A family wants a 2-bedroom or 3-bedroom. A luxury buyer wants a penthouse. The plan must match the target market.

Ask: What is the view? The best views (water, city skyline, mountains) command higher prices. Put the living room and master bedroom on the best view side.

Ask: What is the light? North-facing windows have even light (good for art studios). South-facing windows have warm light (good for living rooms). East-facing windows have morning light (good for kitchens). West-facing windows have afternoon light (hot in summer). Orient the rooms accordingly.

Ask: What is the storage? Condo buyers need storage (closets, pantries, linen closets). A 2-bedroom condo should have at least 3 closets (master, second bedroom, entry). A walk-in closet in the master is a selling point.

Ask: What are the amenities? A gym, pool, party room, rooftop terrace, and concierge add value. The plan must include space for these amenities (usually on the ground floor or roof).

Ask: What is the parking? Condos usually include parking spaces (1 per unit, or 2 for larger units). Parking can be underground (expensive) or above-ground (cheaper but takes land).

The best condominium floor plan is not the one with the most square footage or the largest rooms. It is the one where the living room has a view, where the bedroom is quiet (away from the elevator), where the bathroom has a window (or a good fan), where the kitchen is functional, where there is enough storage, and where the buyer feels at home. It is a plan for ownership, not just for living.