Rather than creating two separate rooms, Alexa Occhipinti divided her open-concept living and dining area with a pony wall.

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

To take the temperature from the pros, we asked six designers to weigh in on the great floor-plan debate: do you prefer the open-concept or closed-concept home? We are in favor of closed-concept homes ...

When people talk about open-concept homes, they rave about how easy they make entertaining or how lovely it is to be able to see their entire living area as they prepare dinner. They don't mention the ...

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 ...

Not long ago, homeowners swapped walls for open living spaces that blurred the lines between living, dining, and cooking. But some are experiencing a case of demo-related remorse as builders return to ...

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 ...

Many people admire the allure of open-concept layouts, often considered a hallmark of a modern interior. But, as a home editor, I'm noticing more designers lean into closed-concept floor plans — a ...