With evolving generation and lifestyle we have seen some trends which have created Hype and sometime rightly so. When we drill down deeper to understand the overall viewpoint of a family we came across some startling facts and experiences when a home has “Open Plan”
Open plan are homes where there is an organic seamless flow without or with minimal walls often using transparent partitions to divide spaces. It makes the home more lit and bright specially the portion of the home which is not exposed to direct sunlight. It also promotes nice airflow throughout the home.
Open plan homes can also be made minimalistic with modern linear look and feel. It looks really cheek and classy.
It can be the poster child of modernness, inclusiveness and openness.
This kind of open plan works very well for a nuclear family with kids who can be monitored and also creates a cozy and inclusive atmosphere.
For smaller homes, open plan works where spaces can be multi-functional and used for different purposes
For example, a drawing room can be used as home office
The guest bedroom can be used as “activity room” for the kids
The Balcony can be coupled as a Yoga or Workout Zone.
The living area can be used a Home Theater just by tweaking some interior and adding some features.
Open plan homes work excellently until there are some dynamics play which makes us look at the other dimension.
Some of the very pertinent situations where the open plan can be a hindrance
- Multigenerational family where there are different age group family members who needs their own type of space, privacy and way of doing things.
- Joint family living at the same home with different age group and family members who have diverse lifestyle.
- Energy efficiency can be a serious point to consider while planning the open plan homes. The efficiency reduces and HVAC and electricity cost might significantly go up.
- If you are not the one who keeps their home neat and clean all the time then Open plan homes are not for you as the clutter can be seen from all direction.
- Last but not the least an open plan home can be difficult to sell at a later tage as it not a very common plan to have.
So at the end it comes to your lifestyle and what do you really want out of your home. Make the choice wisely and you can consult an interior designer to find out about more intricate nuances before plunging into it.