Love them or hate them, open plan layouts are now the default choice. Knocking down internal walls to make way for more light, more space, and a better flow is almost always a good idea. Once confined rooms become multifunctional areas that feel far more convivial and instinctive — and yet, open concept blueprints can still fall short if you fail to plan them properly.
Now, I know what you're thinking — are open plan concepts still in style anyway? Recent years have seen designers steadily reclaiming traditional closed floor plans as they lean into cozier spaces with more distinct design variations. But, while there's a certain charm to these more intimate set-ups, the advantages of a capacious kitchen diner will almost always be the more practical choice for a family home — as long as they're thoughtfully designed.
