Ten Best Ideas for Designing Homes with Open Layouts

Fully White Space

The mix of various types of furniture in homes with open layouts often can look cluttered and unappealing. To create a lighter atmosphere, choose furniture from the same color palette in adjacent zones, connecting them as one. Light wood tones like maple or birch add a sense of lightness to the space. In the living room in the photo, an original fireplace, double doors, and parquet flooring combine beautifully, yet airily and elegantly.

Large Interior Elements

Large-scale details in interior design, such as large circles on a carpet, look great in open spaces and are an excellent way to add style to minimalist settings. A futuristic coffee table and modern chairs give this stylish living room a James Bond movie feel, while a fully glass wall adds light and space.

Artworks and Bold Pillows

Although muted light and neutral tones instantly brighten the space, their coldness sometimes makes them look too sterile and hospital-like. Balance the palette with vibrant wall paintings and bold-color throw pillows.

More Space for Storage

A lot of scattered items can ruin the look of open-layout spaces, so it's very important to take care of storage areas. Cabinets and shelves will help with this task while also highlighting the room's design. In the living room in the photo, an L-shaped sofa creates a seating area, and accessories and refined decorative elements soften the overall impression of the interior.

Confident Wallpapers and Furniture

Let your imagination run wild when planning open spaces. Unique wallpapers and contrasting furniture add style to the interior. If your room is quite large, dare to decorate the entire space with bold prints like these charming butterflies on the walls.

Space Divided into Zones

To get the most out of using a room with an open layout, it's best to divide it into clear zones for various purposes. The living room area in the photo represents a blend of subdued shimmer and outdated glamour with a patterned floor, furniture in bold forms, and beautiful golden details. The darker zone with metal elements and neon lighting is the kitchen.

Connecting Color Accents

In large open spaces with open layouts, aim for a design that draws the eye to the back of the room. Mixing styles, shades, eras, and prints gives each zone its own unique charm while harmoniously tying zones together.

Symmetry in Neutral Tones

Large windows in this living room let in plenty of light, making the space even more spacious and bright. Nearly perfect symmetry adds neatness and style to the interior. Vintage vases and photographs add sophistication to this modern living room, while bold color accents bring life to the neutral palette of the interior.

Large Decorative Elements for Lofts

In spacious lofts or penthouses, furniture and accessories can sometimes get lost. This problem can be solved using large items like an impressive floor lamp, eye-catching wall photos, a large wall painting, or a bold geometric rug. To refresh the interior, use current gray and graphite shades.

Cabinet Separating Spaces

Bold eclectic ideas for designing open spaces are just what you need to make such areas come alive. In the photo, a stylish custom yellow cabinet separates the living and dining zones but doesn't overcrowd the space. This cabinet serves for storing books, dishes, and also for placing a TV. Additionally, it's a great way to add color to a simple tone palette.