Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Some say the open-concept home can be overstimulating and take a toll on mental health. (Yahoo Illustration: Alex Cochran for ...

Not a fan of open-concept homes but still not convinced that closed, individual rooms are the way to go? Good news. There's ...

If you’ve heard of feng shui, you likely understand how our homes can affect our emotional well-being. For example, if your house or apartment is arranged in a way that disrupts the harmony or balance ...

Wondering whether or not open floor plans are still in style? It turns out that Southern interior designers are divided in terms of how they feel about open floor plans—some greatly appreciate them, ...

Open floor plans are often touted as a highly sought-after design feature—but it appears that the love affair with them could be coming to an end, at least if one furious online debate is anything to ...

Open floor plans that make it easy to move through primary living and entertaining areas have been popular for decades. Open concept floor plans join the dining room, kitchen and living (great) room ...

According to an HVAC expert, this type of floor plan results in uneven air circulation, higher energy bills, and more wear on ...