Zenia Olivares has been customizing her New Jersey home for the last two years. She decided to add a partial wall to her open-concept living room to break up the space. Olivares said the new wall made ...

For years, open-concept living has been the hallmark of modern homes-inviting light, promoting togetherness, and creating a sense of spacious freedom. Yet, as liberating as these layouts can be, ...

Shelby Vanhoy has been personalizing her North Carolina home since December 2023. She recently decided to break up her open-concept living space with a glass wall. Vanhoy says the space is more ...

"One way we break up open spaces for a variety of functions is to use architectural elements, such as a double-sided fireplace, to delineate the two spaces," shares designer Kara Gordon. "In this ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." He wasn't the only up-and-comer ready to close the book on open concept. "I miss closed-concept living. I ...

EUGENE, ORE. – The Sandberg house plan is a compact, efficient design that proves small homes can still live large. With just over 1,300 square feet, this no-frills layout is perfect for young ...

In the world of luxury home design, trends come and go, but some architectural elements never truly disappear, they simply evolve. One such element making a bold comeback in 2025 is the great room.

Create inviting conversation areas by pairing each sofa or chair with a nearby table. Also, use an area rug to define individual zones. In open spaces, freestanding storage is key. Consoles with doors ...

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