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Open plan design ideas

Discover our stunning open plan design ideas that seamlessly blend living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Explore how we create spacious, stylish, and functional homes, whether you are working with a compact layout or a large multi zone area.

Large Contemporary Open Plan Design

Luxurious Sitting and Dining Room

Contemporary Open-Plan Living and Dining Room Design in Neutral Tones

Family-Friendly Open-Plan Kitchen Design with Neutral Palette

Scandi Simplicity: Open Plan Living and Dining Design

Modern Central London Apartment

Contemporary Open-Plan Apartment Design with Soft Palette and Mid-Century Styling

Art Deco Inspired Open-Plan Living and Dining Room Design

Stunning Kitchen design and Family Space

Luxury Kitchen, Open-Plan Living Design with Bespoke Joinery and Marble Finishes

Elegant Open-Plan Living in a Chelsea Apartment

Contemporary Open Living Design with Bespoke Joinery

Contemporary Luxury Apartment Design in Knightsbridge

Japandi Design: A Serene Open-Plan Flat in Chelsea

Sophisticated Open Plan Lounge and Kitchen

Luxury Open-Plan Kitchen Design with White Marble and Beamed Ceiling

Modern Open-Plan Renovation with Bespoke Ceiling Details and Light Beams

Scandi Elegance Infused with a Splash of Colour

Open Plan Kitchen, Living and Dining Room (Design & Installation)

Modern Open-Plan Living Design with Kitchen, Dining and Living Areas

Contemporary Through Lounge and Dining Room Design

Family Open Plan Ground Floor Extension

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From the Blog

Open Plan Design Ideas and Tips

Designing an Open Plan Kitchen and Living Space That Flows
Open plan living and dining area with garden views, modern extension design in London home

Designing an Open Plan Kitchen and Living Space That Flows

Most open plan kitchens do not actually flow. Fewer walls is not the same thing as better design. Remove a wall without a clear strategy and you can end up…

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How to Choose the Right Rug Size for Every Room in Your Home
Modern interior design showcasing large rug with shelving, styled decor, and a blue feature wall.

How to Choose the Right Rug Size for Every Room in Your Home

The right rug can anchor a room, add warmth underfoot, and pull a scheme together in a way few other single pieces manage. The wrong one, or more often the…

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How to Arrange Furniture in an L-Shaped Room: Expert Tips
Modern living room featuring a black sofa, light wood flooring, Scandinavian armchair, and large sliding glass doors opening to a garden.

How to Arrange Furniture in an L-Shaped Room: Expert Tips

Arranging furniture in an L-shaped room can feel challenging at first. The uneven layout often creates awkward corners, unclear focal points, and areas that are either overcrowded or underused. Approached…

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Interior Space Planning for a London Family Home: A Case Study
Interior Space Planning for a Modern London Family Home

Interior Space Planning for a London Family Home: A Case Study

Space in London homes is always at a premium. For many families, especially with young children, the question isn’t whether to move. It’s how to make the most of the…

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Through Lounge Transformation: Narrow Living Room Layout Ideas
Beautiful Open Plan Living and dining room in a neutral colour scheme with a hint of bold colours

Through Lounge Transformation: Narrow Living Room Layout Ideas

Designing a through lounge in a narrow living room layout comes with its challenges. The goal for this London home was to transform a long, rectangular space into a stylish…

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Small Neutral Open-Plan Studio Design for Airbnb
Open plan Design in mocha tone for airbnb with large balcony and stunning views

Small Neutral Open-Plan Studio Design for Airbnb

If you’re an Airbnb landlord or a property developer, you understand the value of a well-designed space. Guests today are no longer just looking for a place to sleep—they’re searching…

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House Tour: Japandi-Inspired Design for an Airbnb Flat in Chelsea, London
Dining area with a round table, arched mirror, and white fireplace.

House Tour: Japandi-Inspired Design for an Airbnb Flat in Chelsea, London

This two-bedroom flat in Chelsea was commissioned by a property investor who specialises in Airbnb and short-let properties across central London. He found Image credit: House Designer The kitchen is…

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Open-Plan vs. Partitioned Kitchens: Which is Right for Your Home?
Contemporary kitchen design featuring a marble island, black cabinets, and brass accents.

Open-Plan vs. Partitioned Kitchens: Which is Right for Your Home?

When it comes to kitchen design, one decision shapes everything else: open-plan or partitioned. The layout you choose affects how your home feels, how you cook, how you entertain, and…

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Our Favourite Design Mood Boards to Inspire Your Home
Affordable Online Interior Design Packages by Expert Interior Designers

Our Favourite Design Mood Boards to Inspire Your Home

Our talented interior designers have been busy behind the scenes, curating a collection of stunning design mood boards just for you. We’re excited to share our favourite picks, each one…

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Small Open-Plan Living: A London Airbnb Design Project
Open plan kitchen and dining design with teal cabinets, round wooden table and sliding garden doors.

Small Open-Plan Living: A London Airbnb Design Project

At House Designer, we specialise in creating stylish, practical interiors that reflect our clients' needs and personal taste. In this case study, we look at a recent project where we…

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Creating a Bespoke Open Plan Living
Modern living room interior design with navy accent chairs, fireplace, and open dining area in a contemporary London home.

Creating a Bespoke Open Plan Living

Designing a bespoke open-plan living area requires more than just an eye for design. As design experts, we understand that creating spaces goes beyond aesthetics, it’s about crafting an environment…

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Harmonising Open-Plan Living Design: A Case study
Modern open plan living room in London with blue dining chairs and grey sofa

Harmonising Open-Plan Living Design: A Case study

We recently had the pleasure of transforming an open-plan London residence into a seamless blend of functionality and aesthetic elegance. This case study takes you on a tour of a…

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Creating a Focal Point in Sitting Room Design
Sitting Room with a Fireplace as the Focal Point

Creating a Focal Point in Sitting Room Design

We are delighted to showcase a collection of sitting room designs, each built around a distinctive focal point. From statement fireplaces to bespoke joinery, these interiors show how the right…

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How to Design an Open-Plan Layout
Bright kitchen with a large white island, navy cabinets with brass handles, pendant lighting, and open-plan dining area with black framed glass doors.

How to Design an Open-Plan Layout

The appeal of open-plan layouts lies in the smooth, fluid living space they create, one that encourages connection and maximises natural light. Whether you are renovating or planning a new…

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FAQs

Open Plan Design Questions Answered

  • An open plan design is a layout that combines multiple living spaces such as the kitchen, dining area, and living room into one large, open area. This design style creates a more spacious feel and encourages better flow and communication within the home.

  • Yes. Open plan design can be adapted for small spaces by carefully planning the layout and selecting multi functional furniture. Our designers specialise in creating open plan spaces that maximise every inch, making even smaller homes feel spacious and inviting.

  • While maintaining a cohesive overall look is important, you can incorporate different design styles in various zones of your open plan layout. Our interior designers help you blend styles harmoniously to create a unified yet diverse space.

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