inrymd

Inrymd is a Swedish term that translates roughly to interior space or internal volume. It is used in discussions of spatial design to denote the usable space within a building, room, container, or object, as distinct from its exterior form or outer dimensions. The word combines in- (inside) with rymd (space or expanse).

In Swedish technical writing, inrymd describes the amount and configuration of space available for occupancy or use inside an object. It encompasses volume, layout, circulation, ergonomics, and access to light and ventilation. In architecture and interior design, inrymd is relevant for room planning, furniture arrangement, and accessibility. In packaging and product design, it refers to the interior dimensions that determine fit, capacity, and practicality.

Measurement of inrymd typically involves interior volume, usually expressed in cubic meters or liters for smaller items, and nominal dimensions such as length, width, and height. In professional practice, three‑dimensional models and simulations are used to account for non-usable space created by walls, insulation, fixed fittings, or built‑in components.

Applications of the concept include optimizing usable space in building design, improving ergonomics in furniture and product layouts, and reducing material waste in packaging through accurate specification of interior dimensions. The term is more common in Swedish-language contexts, where it often aligns with the English concept of interior space, net interior volume, or inner volume.

Related terms include interior space, inner volume, and gross versus net volume. Inrymd provides a concise way to discuss how space is allocated and utilized inside a given object or structure.