OPEN SPACE SPACES:

What to look for

 

 

·       Seating capacity (which is stated assuming theatre style seating) double the anticipated size of the group. 
For example, if 60 are expected, look for a seating capacity of 120

·       Unobstructed wall space large enough to hold the agenda, with room for the news room.
Estimate of 15-20 feet for 20 sessions.

·       Sufficient break-out space
Figure 1/3 of the people will post sessions, so 60 people with time for 2 sessions will require about 10 spaces that will hold about 6-10 people each) The calculation: 60 people/3 = 20 sessions; 20/2 = 10 per time period

·       Permission to use tape on the walls

·       If computers will be used for notes, adequate access to electricity

·       Setting conducive to good conversation

 

 

Nice to have:

 

·       Natural light

·       Convenient rest room locations

·       The more square-shaped the room, the better

·       Adequate space for registration table, food

 

 

Developed by Peggy Holman

peggy@opencirclecompany.com

www.opencirclecompany.com