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Designers are rethinking open-concept living with micro-zones—these are functional, uniquely defined areas within a larger space.

Turns out knocking down walls creates almost as many problems as it solves.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Many people admire the allure of open-concept layouts, often considered a hallmark of a modern interior. But, as a home editor, ...

While open concept has dominated the real estate landscape for years, there's a new push for more enclosed space.

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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 ...

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 ...