For those making the move to open-plan living, we've taken a look
at the possible mistakes and layout a plan as to how you can avoid
them from the get-go.
Mistake 1
F
AILING TO DO RESEARCH FIRST. Going
in blind with absolutely no inspiration
or idea of what you want can result in
a space that's (clearly) far from well-
thought-out. Instagram and Pinterest
might become your new best friends
throughout this whole design process.
Look at the wealth of blogs and resources
online, they'll back up your design
decisions and show you new layouts that
you may not have thought of before.
Mistake 2
T
HINKING YOU SHOULD MIX UP
FLOORING. Nothing will make a room
feel more disjointed and lacking in flow
than a mix of flooring. For a cohesive
feel that will make an open-plan space
seem intentional, a consistent base (like
hardwood) will connect the whole room,
while adding area rugs will help delineate
a zone for each area of the open space.
Think of a color theme for the area rugs
and stick with it throughout the entire
space to give a more cohesive feel.
