Homeowners are rethinking how kitchens should function, and a surprising shift in layout trends is reshaping what modern ...

It's no secret that open-concept homes are becoming less popular. There are many reasons people are closing up their open-concept spaces — one of the biggest being that people don't know how to make ...

At some point, the previous owners of my house decided to take down the wall separating the living room from the dining room, creating an open space that, in theory, was a good idea. But in reality, ...

Home with open-concept living room and kitchen - Sl-f/Getty Images Tour a home built in the '90s and you're bound to see an open floor plan. The layout started trending in the 1950s when families ...

Closed layouts are trending again for privacy and cozy vibes. They’re great for creating separate, purpose-driven spaces. Open plans still work when showcasing standout architecture. Design trends are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." He wasn't the only up-and-comer ready to close the book on open concept. "I miss closed-concept living. I ...

If you’ve noticed fewer formal dining rooms in homes lately, you’re not imagining it. For years, open-concept layouts blurred ...

Pity the poor interior wall. For decades, home improvement gurus and do-it-yourselfers have been smashing it to smithereens. If you've turned on HGTV any time in the last decade, you've probably seen ...

Design shows are all about tearing down walls and opening up spaces, but what’s wrong with a little more privacy and a little less togetherness? By Ronda Kaysen At some point, the previous owners of ...