Monastic cells: Small rooms monks lived in are called cellsUncommon Author NameApr 11, 2026Table of ContentsOnline Room PlannerStop Planning Around Furniture. Start Planning Your SpaceStart designing your room nowThey’re called cells—monastic cells or a monk’s cell. In some traditions (especially medieval monasteries), monks slept in a communal dormitory known as the dorter (from dormitory), but in many orders each monk had a small private cell for prayer, study, and rest.Start designing your room nowPlease check with customer service before testing new feature.Online Room PlannerStop Planning Around Furniture. Start Planning Your SpaceStart designing your room now