The allure of the open concept home throughout the years.
The epitome of contemporary home design, open concept homes became more popular following the modernisation of family and social norms after the second World War.Historically, a home with many different rooms was a sign of wealth and affluence. One need only compare the medieval castles built for noblemen and the small cottages which the lower castes called home.
An image of a typical home in the 1920s. Note the distinct separtion of this living room form other areas and the hallway oustisde which links to other rooms; Image Credit: Courtesy of Gordon-Van Tine Company / Public Domain Open floor plans make it easier to kee an eye on children from a single location; Image Credit: Courtesy of jwhomesblog
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