Open floor plans gained significant popularity in the past few decades, really taking hold in the 1990s and 2000s, thanks largely to home improvement reality shows and minimalist decor. Interior ...

Closed layouts are trending again for privacy and cozy vibes. They’re great for creating separate, purpose-driven spaces. Open plans still work when showcasing standout architecture. Design trends are ...

Looking back now, the most open floorplans might have worked best in magazines, and there's an alternative layout that's much more relaxing.

Open floor plans that make it easy to move through primary living and entertaining areas have been popular for decades. Open concept floor plans join the dining room, kitchen and living (great) room ...

Television makeovers have spent years teaching you that knocking down walls is the fastest route to a stylish, modern home. Yet once the dust settles, that same “open concept” move often leaves you ...