3 Ways to Make the Most of Open Floor Plan Homes


Today we're talking about open floor plans—large and small—and what we can do to make them more comfortable and cohesive. So let's get started.

In 2020 and into 2021, there was a rash of obituaries written for the open-space floor plan, probably due to the fact that people had to work and study from home without a lot of space and privacy.

We're still seeing a few predictions of the demise of the open floor plan, but it doesn't appear to be going anywhere anytime soon so whether you have an open floor plan or you want one, we're going to talk about how to play up the advantages and look at some solutions to the challenges.

Space planning can be challenging whether you have a large open plan or a small one.

Challenges of open floor plans

Large open plans can feel cold and cavernous while small ones can appear larger, but not if they're cluttered with too many items. Acoustics can also be an issue, especially in large spaces with high ceilings and because of the lack of wall space, storage might be limited.

Solutions for open floor plans

Even though open plans look and feel more spacious because there are no walls and no obstruction to the line of sight, they're still somewhat constrained by circulation space. In general, open plans consist of a kitchen, living room, dining room, and circulation space. Read more...
 

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