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The Life, Death, and Future of the Open Concept
The layout has quite a few asterisks next to its title as ‘most popular floor plan.’ We explore its history, controversy, and its fate. James F. McClister | June 02, 2021
That a floor plan could attract controversy is a novel idea. Still, the open concept has a few.
Credible people have called the layout an “exasperating privacy killer,” “a terrible idea,” “rooted in a sexist understanding of labor,” and “trendy because HGTV execs think men crave destruction.” It’s been said that the floor plan is “tyranny” and that it should be put to “death.”
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After a year of spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many homeowners are looking for ways to make their homes fit their new realities. Open floor plans are out; dedicated spaces for remote work and learning are in. Yards are being transformed into entertainment spaces and walls are being repainted. At the same time, increased demand and safety concerns can make the remodeling process much longer than before.
Here are five trends to watch for this home-remodeling season.
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At the start of 2020, âthe most requested design concept was open space,â says Jimmy Dollman, principal of Dollman Construction in Roanoke, Virginia. âBut now, we face a different set of design implications because everyoneâs living conditions have changed.â