Do you prefer open or closed floor plans?
Floor plans are a big issue to consider when you are either looking to purchase a home or looking to remodel your current residence. Most simply put, there are two types of floor plans: open and closed. An open floor plan is basically when a house has one large room to form one single, cohesive living space. For example, one room can encompass the kitchen, dining room, and living room. Conversely, a closed floor plan usually has three-quarters of a wall separating rooms from each other. A closed floor plan makes a home more functional by providing distinct private areas, clearly defining the use of each room. There are benefits to each kind of floor plans, and they are important to consider. What is best for you? What is best for your family? The sections below discuss the benefits of both open and closed floor plans.
Benefits of Open Floor Plans
An open floor plan makes spaces feel larger, which is especially important in smaller homes so that it will not feel as restrictive. Knocking walls down is a great way to open things up and spread out in your home. This also creates more space for furniture. If you have a big family or want a large sectional in your living room, open floor plans allow for that without making the space feel overwhelmed with large pieces. If you have a family or are thinking about starting one, open floor plans allow you to keep an eye on your kids; make lunch in the kitchen while you watch your children watch television in the living room. This gives parents peace of mind knowing their kids are safe and within eyesight.
Open floor plans also make room for guests; they are great for entertaining. You can be throwing together appetizers in the kitchen while still engaging with your friends who are sitting in the dining room. Socialize without splitting yourselves up into different rooms. An open floor plan also allows for sunlight to penetrate into the greatest amount of space available, which is important in houses that have either few windows or little natural light.
Benefits of Closed Floor Plans
Closed floor plans allow for private spaces; when you need time to yourself or a break from the stresses of everyday life, you can separate yourself from the rest of the house in a room. Doors and walls also can help to control sound, which can be vital if you have small children who need to nap during the day. Speaking of kids, closed floor plans can contain messes; you can give your children their own space to play and close the door when you do not care to see toys strewn about anymore. Another great asset of closed floor plans is that they save you money by reducing heating or cooling costs because it is easier to cool or heat smaller rooms compared to one large open space.
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