BreakRoom

• 48" (120cm) clear path between table edges and walls where chairs will be placed
• Minimum clear floor space of 36" width x 60" depth (91.5cm x 15.3cm) in front of all appliances and sinks
• In all other areas, a circulation width of 36" (91.5cm). May be reduced to 32" (81.5cm) for lengths not exceeding 48" (120cm)
• Furniture is not blocking the path of travel for people with mobility devices or people with low vision
• Provide a clear floor space of 36" width x 60" depth (91.5cm x 152.5cm) in front of all appliances
• Provide appliance controls within easy reach, between 12"-48" (38cm-120cm). This includes refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, water dispenser, etc.
• For someone in a wheelchair who may have low vision, consider clearances, reach, and use clear signage for ease of use.

Walls

• Wall type 7: gypsum wall to deck
• Backing in walls for brand installations as needed
• Paint with rubber base (or equivalent) or exposed structural material
• Backsplash: Full-height tile. From time to time, this becomes a custom brand moment, with the brand budget covering the additional cost
• Consider acoustic treatment near noisy equipment

Floors

• Concrete or cleanable flooring for wet locations
• Avoid high-gloss finishes and high-contrast patterns

Ceiling 

• Open with acoustic treatment, gypsum or ACT (or equivalent)

• Standard size door 
• Standard door opening based on region, minimum width 32" (81cm)

Furniture

• These spaces include seating options to create community and provide a place to eat.
• Provide seating that is inclusive to the following:

1. A variety of seating to accommodate all body sizes and types
2. Wheelchair users should have a seating position so they are out of the circulation path

• Use durable, cleanable materials appropriate for the high use food area
• Place furniture such that it can't be moved to block the path through the space or create a tripping hazard for people with low/no vision
• Tables: Majority standard height (versus bar or counter height); between 28"-30" (71cm-86.5cm) height with 27" (68.5cm) knee clearance 

Window Coverings

• Roller shades: Manually operable, 3-5% opacity - prevents glare and reduces energy use due to temperature gain and loss 

Accessories

• Provide glasses and silverware 

Waste bins

• Opening: Either no door, motion-activated door, or attached door that does not provide resistance
• Clear floor space: 32" x 54" (81.5cm x 137cm) min. for front or side approach
• Label waste receptacles - use campus standards
• OPTIONAL: Integrate in casework below counter

• Consult with local service team for casework needs related to food, beverage, and events
• Confirm sizes with the local service team
• Accessible reach range: 48" (122cm) max. height for an unobstructed reach, 44" (112cm) over an obstruction deeper than 20" (51cm)
• Users should have access to everything they need (e.g., dishes, silverware, coffee, snacks, office supplies, etc.) in the accessible reach range. All supplies do not need to be within the listed range, as long as a portion of each item is available. 
• Label supplies behind cabinets and use consistent graphics throughout the site

Counters

• Counter height: 34” (87cm) max.
• Counter depth: 36” (91cm) min. counter space for coffee, tea, and water filter
• Counter width: 48” (192cm) min. counter space for food prep 
• Countertop: Quartz composite solid surface counter
• Cabinet material must be durable in the high-use areas
• Enclosed casework for recycling, redeemable containers, compost, trash etc., Open casework for used dish drop. Refer to the Distribution Centre Sustainability Guidelines, for waste receptacles, signage  and labelling requirements.
• Include casework to store glasses, cups, silverware, equipment, and supplies. Ensure that at least a few of each item are located in an accessible location.
• Handles: Provide casework pulls/handles that is easy to open (with a single, flat hand, with no need to pinch, grasp or, twist)

Upper casework

• Vertical product placement is preferred. Upper cabinets or shelves should be avoided. Open shelves or no uppers are preferred.
• Shelves, supplies, and appliances must be within easy reach with 48” (122cm) (44” (112cm) if obstructed by a counter) max. height. Allow room for coffee/tea/water equipment below

Sink

• Provide sink (or sinks) open below for a front approach. Front approach at accessible sink is required. Consider removing doors from casework at sink with 36” (92cm) min. clear for easy approach.
• At the sink, provide a dishwasher, water dispenser, refrigerator, and coffee maker. Under-counter mounted sink with food trap basket, no garbage disposal. Faucet with no sensor. Also provide an under-counter mounted sink with food trap basket, no garbage disposal. Provide a faucet with no sensor.
• Provide 27” (69cm) clear knee space and insulated pipes for at least one sink and counter

• Space feels energetic and encourages conversations
• Accommodates background music
• Space may hosts smaller shift or team organized events
• Noise criteria (NC): 40-45 dBA

• Verify capacity requirements with the local service team 
• In locations where vegan/non-vegan, halal/non-halal, or kosher/non-kosher need to be separated, consider putting one fridge and one microwave at the end of the wet wall away from other equipment
• (x1) Counter-mounted soap dispenser
• Appliance controls should be located between 18”-44” (45.7cm-111.8cm) above the finished floor 
• Store at least a portion of each item within easy reach, between 15"-48" height (38cm-122cm)
• Provide a clear floor space of 36" width x 60" depth (91.5cm x 152.5cm) in front of all appliances
• All equipment and supplies (water, ice, microwave, etc.) should be marked with appropriate, high-contrast signage and labeled in large print or braille

Standard food offering equipment

• (x2) Vending machines
• (min. x4) Microwave: Ensure that at least one is in the accessible reach range
• (x2) Refrigerator: should be a residential grade with freezer and ice maker. No water/ice dispenser. Full-depth preferred.
• (x1) Coffee maker 
• Hot & cold water filter 
• Tea service 
• Ice maker (Region dependent: North America)

Local service team to decide if the following are installed

• (x1) Dishwasher: Consider raising the dishwasher so that an individual can reach the bottom at a height of at least 18” (49cm) above the finished floor without bending

Outlets

• As required for appliances. Perimeter outlets for cleaning equipment
• Perimeter: Spaced at max. 50’ (15m) for cleaning equipment

Lighting

• Range: Calibrate on-site - project team to determine max. setting within 20-40 FC (215-430 LUX)
• Controls: On/off. Programmed to remain on during business hours
• Switches: Height 44"-48" (38cm-122cm)

• See Wayfinding section
• Amenity Icon Tab only if the location is not obvious along the circulation path at a distance
• Often a good opportunity for placemaking

• Determined by the project team

• Refer to Nike Tech Standards
• Allow for LCD Screens in Breakrooms

• For Workplace Security standards, contact your local Design or PM team. EHS standards can be found in Resources

• Refer to the DC Sustainability Guidelines, for waste receptacles, signage, and labeling requirements