There are so many age-old, controversial debates in the design world—like is painting over real wood furniture a sin? Or is hanging a TV over the fireplace tacky? One question that’s been popular lately is: Are open floor plans in style? It seems that, especially after the pandemic, there’s been a huge shift toward more divided home layouts—instead of tearing down walls, homeowners are building them into their spaces.
Are Open Concept Floor Plans Still in Style?
This is a tricky question to answer, but Saft has a very balanced take on the matter. “Open concept spaces appeal to a wide audience,” he says. “Like many things in life, the style may be in for one person and may be out for another—it depends on the home's flow and how you utilize it.”
Saft notes that he loves an open conc