Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The new way to design your home. Open floor plans have become the norm in newer homes, and while there is a lot to love about ...

Tour a home built in the '90s and you're bound to see an open floor plan. The layout started trending ... installing ...

“If you look at the floor plans they’re like open kitchens but with pocket doors that can close—it’s the best of both worlds. People are looking for bigger, sunny spaces so that they don ...