Details. If you’ve watched a single episode of “House Hunters,” you’re probably familiar with “open-concept” homes — homes with floor plans where one room flows seamlessly into the ...

Open floor plans enhancing space and light but can lack privacy and require more cleaning. Open layouts can boost home value ...

When smaller homes are broken up by walls, they can seem even smaller. By tearing down walls, one can trick the mind into thinking there is more square footage. Drawback: The space may feel too large.