Do you want a floor plan that maximizes space and visibility for speakers and attendees? Consider chevron seating for events. Also known as “V” seats, this formation brings more harmony to groups, much like its inverted counterpart in the natural world that.

Here are 8 ideas for chevron-style seating arrangements

To make your event layout more practical and visually appealing, you can use any of these chevron-style seating arrangements.

Angle tables 30 degrees.

To create the perfect angle, move the corner closest to the centre of the table slightly back. You can either use an event diagramming tool or skip the measuring stick to space your furniture evenly. You want everyone to have a good view of the speaker and side profiles and other people in their row.

Accentuate the walkway.

For dramatic effect, place the aisle in the middle section of the room to face the board or lectern. Allow people to move freely between sections to make it easier for wheelchairs to be able to access them.

Add a row in the back.

Do you want to add a panel? Add a straight line to the end of your chevron seating. This will provide attendees with a visual indicator of their importance or status at the event. If you need to use this space, include prop staging or projectors. If a presentation is not the main focus, you can place chairs on either side of table rows.

Create a diagonal aisle.

To create a runway, cut across a block of chevron-style rows. The aisle should start at the entrance and end at the steps leading to your podium or stage. Live video projection of speakers entering the diagonal onto strategically placed screens throughout the ballroom and conference hall can make entrances more countable.

Mix and match with the classroom.

Using different table lengths and staggering seating, you can pair classroom-style seating with chevron-style seating. To make the floor plan more interesting, use shorter rows in the front and mirror them at the back. To lengthen the middle rows, you can combine multiple tables and additional chairs.

Forge a theatre.

To create a theatre-style seating arrangement, curve the ends of your rows of chevrons. This design is very popular for weddings as it allows guests to see more towards the back of your space and the front for the bride and groom’s entrances.

Place equipment strategically

Projectors should be placed in the middle or front of the aisle, so they don’t block the view of anyone. A projector should be placed in the middle. There should also be supplementary televisions, presentation boards or prop tables on either side. Place podiums or bar stools towards the sides so that speakers can be seen but not in the way of the presentation.

Partner up with others

You can create a small group atmosphere by pairing up tables or seats in each row. It’s easier to incorporate teamwork and networking into your event programming if there are fewer participants per chevron. This is a great way for partners and brand representatives to stay together during presentations.