Zimmertyp

Zimmertyp, a compound of Zimmer (room) and Typ (type), is a term used in German-speaking architecture and real estate to classify rooms by function within a building. It describes the intended use and typical design features of a space, rather than a fixed size or exact layout. The concept helps planners and clients communicate about space planning and the expected relationship between rooms on a floor plan.

Common Zimmertypen include Wohnraum (living room), Schlafzimmer (bedroom), Küche (kitchen), Badezimmer (bathroom), Diele or Flur (hallway/corridor), Arbeitszimmer or Büro (study/office), and Abstellraum (storage). In planning documents, the Zimmertyp may determine suitable window openings, ventilation needs, access points, and plumbing or electrical services. The classification also informs daylight targets, acoustics, privacy considerations, and furniture layout.

In real estate and property catalogs, Zimmertypen help describe the function of each space to potential buyers or tenants, supporting comparisons across floor plans and listings. In architectural practice, referring to Zimmertypen supports standardized documentation and facilitates energy performance assessments by allocating spaces with similar usage patterns.

Though the term originates from general German language, its use varies by region and project. It adapts to contemporary design, including open-plan concepts or flexible spaces that may blend traditional Zimmertypen, while still signaling intended use in documentation.

See also Raumplanung, Grundriss, Innenraumgestaltung.