For years, open-concept layouts were extremely in-demand among homeowners and renters — and for good reason. They allow for communal family living and make it easy for parents to keep an eye on their ...

"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 ...

The living room is one of the most frequently used spaces in a home, which means one thing: It needs to be beautiful and functional. A successful room layout is the key to achieving both. In the past, ...

Your living room is one of the key spaces in your home. It's where you have family movie night, host friends for parties, and spend quality time with your favorite people. When you're designing the ...

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 ...

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 ...

At some point, the previous owners of my house decided to take down the wall separating the living room from the dining room, creating an open space that, in theory, was a good idea. But in reality, ...

Not all living rooms are winners. Some of them have too many doors, an off-center fireplace, and other awkward layout problems. However, don't give up on these spaces—interior designers run into ...

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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