Open-plan living has slowly become part of our everyday lives, from a home office within a living room to a kitchen diner. These spaces should be well designed and able to utilize the best of the overall room in their function.
It’s easy to create an open-plan living room that feels cozy, yet seamlessly linked to the rest of your home. All you need is clever decorating and styling ideas that will keep the spaces looking separate but seamless.

Having one large room can look a bit bare, so it’s essential to create clearly defined zones. You may get surprised how many functions you can fit into one space but look at this open-plan living room which has a mindful corner, home office and space to relax. This well-considered design has made efficient use of unused nooks and quirky corners. 

The space planning of this open–plan living room has done considering the social aspect which is perfect for family interaction. Design allocated zones for lounging, dining and working keep the room organized. However, different textures and materials have been used throughout the room which visually create a distinct divide between the dining area and living space.

Nowadays office has fast become part of any home environment. If you can’t spare an entire room, there could be an untapped nook in your multifunctional living space that’s perfect for setting-up everything you need to work comfortably. Lare office desks and chairs can overtake your floor space, try this small home office design concealed behind doors. If you have kids who need a quiet space in which to do their homework, you can also use this zone for them.

Where two interior spaces are linked but not entirely open, create flow by painting both the same shade. A neutral colour scheme allows the freedom to ring the changes using accessories, giving each room its own personality without the risk of jarring. This open-plan space is a perfect and functional family living area, with clear zones for relaxing and dining.