If you love to watch home design shows, you’ve probably heard the term open-concept many times. While open-concept floor plans were popular for the past few years, COVID-19 had more people spending time indoors and considering closed-concept homes.
When you’re having a custom home built, you want to pick the right floor plan to suit your lifestyle and the needs of your family. Both options have benefits; it just depends on what you’re looking for.
In this guide, the custom home contractors at Richardson Brothers Custom Homes go over the differences between closed and open floor plans to help you choose the right one for you.
Closed Concept vs. Open Concept
Open-concept homes are, as the name implies: open. They remove barriers and walls between living spaces. Most open-concept floor plans put the kitchen and living room in the same area, although the bathrooms and bedrooms will usually have a more traditional layout. Open-concept houses have been trendy in contemporary home design.
On the other hand, closed-concept floor plans separate different areas of the house. They are more traditional and usually have walls or barriers separating the kitchen, hallways, and living areas.
Benefits of Open Concept Floor Plans
If open-concept floor plans appeal to you or if you’re curious about them, here are some of the benefits of these options:
- Accessibility: Open-concept homes are easier to maneuver for people who have mobility concerns.
- Space: With open space, smaller homes are more usable and look more prominent. Open concepts are great for smaller living spaces where you don’t want to block things off.
- Natural light: Open-concept floor plans let in a lot of natural light, making a space feel airy and bright.
These are just some of the many benefits of going with a more open floor plan for your living spaces.
Benefits of Closed Concept Floor Plans
While an open concept is a good choice for many people, closed concepts also have many advantages. If you go with a closed concept, you can expect the following:
- Privacy: With more people working from home or for larger families, having some separation between rooms allows people their space and privacy.
- More energy efficient: Heating and cooling large rooms can be a challenge. With more enclosed spaces, it’s easier to spend less on utilities.
- Interior design: With various rooms, decorating with varying aesthetics is easier. You can choose one theme for one space and one for another.
So, if you are looking for more separation of space, a closed-concept home makes more sense.
Plan Your Perfect Home
No matter what floor plan is right for you, the contractors at Richardson Brothers Custom Homes can make your dream home a reality. Have more questions about various floor plan designs? Give us a call today to get started with home design plans.