An open concept floor plan is essentially the removal of barriers.
Instead of having separate kitchen, dining, and living rooms, these areas are combined into one larger, multifunctional space.
This setup creates a sense of openness and makes even a compact home feel spacious. If you want to explore more such design strategies, you’ll love the Complete Guide to Residence Design – Ebook.
Another major advantage is better traffic flow. Since there are no doors to open or walls blocking pathways, people can move freely from one zone to another.
This is especially useful when hosting guests or managing a busy household. If you’d like to dive deeper into practical design choices like these, our iArchitect Community has monthly ebooks and exclusive design resources to guide you.
Lighting is another big win. Spaces that once had no windows can now benefit from natural light streaming in from adjoining rooms.
For example, your dining room can borrow daylight from your living room’s large 1.8m (6ft) wide window.
This not only reduces artificial lighting during the day but also makes your interiors feel warmer and more welcoming.
Finally, an open plan offers layout flexibility.
With fewer walls, you can reconfigure furniture or décor to fit changing needs—like creating a kids’ play corner today and a home office tomorrow.
This adaptability is why many homeowners opt for open plans when planning new homes.
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-- Arpit
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