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DESIGN · MAR 10, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

Kiosk placement: where the lobby actually looks

Sight lines, queue shapes and why the kiosk should never hide behind the plant.

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Kiosk placement: where the lobby actually looks

Sight lines, queue shapes and why the kiosk should never hide behind the plant: placement decides whether self check-in feels obvious or optional.

Three rules that always work

Put the kiosk on the natural walking line from the door. Keep it visible from the threshold. Leave room for one person to wait without blocking the flow.

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