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A considered yoga studio design is vital to creating a practical space with the right ambience. Explore our yoga studio layout and design tips.
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Designing a yoga studio is about much more than aesthetics. The right layout, lighting, ventilation, and spatial planning help create an environment that’s welcoming, calming, and functional for a variety of practices. Whether you’re starting your first studio or adapting a new space, this guide covers everything from layout tips to design essentials.
Looking for a flexible studio you can shape your way? Explore our available wellness studios across London.
A successful yoga space balances ambience, movement, and flow. Here’s what to consider:
Your studio should feel open and calm. Avoid clutter, and make sure practitioners have room to stretch and move without feeling crowded.
Natural light is great, but control is key. Use blinds or blackout curtains to adjust brightness for different practices. Soft lighting can help set the tone for meditation, while daylight works well for energising morning sessions.
Maintaining the right temperature is essential. Be aware of where your radiators or heat sources are placed to ensure even, comfortable warmth throughout the room.
A well-ventilated studio allows fresh air to flow in between classes and supports good breathing during practice. Windows or extraction fans can help refresh the space after hot or high-intensity sessions.
Natural flooring works best. Ideal materials include:
Wood
Bamboo
Eucalyptus
These surfaces offer comfort, grip, and a clean, calming look.
Modular storage is key to keeping the space flexible and tidy.
You’ll need space for:
Yoga mats (preferably stored rolled and flat)
Blocks (stacked but within safe height limits)
Bands and straps (kept untangled in compartments)
Blankets or bolsters (for restorative practices)
Instructor-only items like incense, candles, towels, or speakers
Most yoga studios follow a simple, purposeful flow: entry and welcome, gear access, then mat space.
Here are three common layouts to consider when setting up your space:
Entry by the door with hooks or lockers
One row of mats lined up facing the teacher’s mat, which is perpendicular
Storage and personal items placed at the back of the room
Works well for smaller classes and one-on-one instruction
Multiple rows of mats, with each back-row mat placed between the front-row mats
All face toward the instructor’s mat at the front
Ideal for mid-size group classes
Keeps a clear line of sight while maximising space use
Mats arranged in a gentle arc facing the teacher in the centre
Great for workshops, sound baths, or classes with focus on eye contact and connection
Creates a sense of community and energy within the room
In all cases, keep the centre and side walkways clear for easy movement.
At Tradestars, many of our Residents run wellness studios in our flexible spaces.
One example is Sandra of Shape S Pilates, based at our Hackney Wick location.
See her studio in action:
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Whether you’re teaching yoga, barre, or Pilates, our studios can be adapted to your practice.
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