| A | B |
| Loose random | Freestanding furntiure positioned in no discernible pattern within a given area. |
| Loose module | Freestanding furntiture positioned within a given area to a predetermined pattern with or without the use of dividers to cfreate smaller areas with in a whole. |
| Booth | Fixed seating, usually high backed, used to create an atmosphere of seclusion or privacy |
| High density | Furniture with minimum dimensions – usually fixed and positioned within a given area to create maximum seating capacity |
| Module | Seating incorporating tables and chairs constructed as one and may be fixed |
| In-situ | Customers served in areas not designed for sevice e.g. aircraft and hospital beds |
| Bar and lounge areas | Customers served in areas not conventionally designed for eating |
| Dining Room | any layout |
| kitchen | bar like set out |