A broken floor plan uses subtle dividers to create defined spaces without fully closing rooms off. It gives more privacy and noise control than an open layout, which helps balance connection and ...

There is an increasing demand for closed-concept homes for privacy and defined spaces. Open-concept floor plans remain popular for those who appreciate airy, connected spaces. Floor plan preferences ...

Dear Miss Manners: My home has an open floor plan with the kitchen, living room and dining area all combined. This leads to guests meandering through the kitchen area while we’re preparing food. No ...

Not a fan of open-concept homes, but still not convinced that closed, individual rooms are the way to go? Good news. There’s another type of floor plan in between these two extremes. Enter broken ...