Open plan styling for new homes

So, what does open plan mean? In an open plan design, rooms that may have traditionally been separate, such as a kitchen and dining room, or a family / TV room, are merged to become larger, more open living area.

Our homes are designed to offer a choice of open plan layouts, so there will be no need to adapt your lifestyle or knock down walls to create the space you crave.

If you’ve visited a show home at one of our developments across the country, you’ll be able to spot some of our award-winning interiors.

Our team have put together their top tips for open plan styling, including decor ideas for new builds and how to refresh your décor with the seasons.

What are the benefits of open plan living?

Open plan interior design has been around since the 1950s but has grown in popularity since the 70s.

The design encourages a sense of flow through your home, making it feel more spacious and enhancing the natural light - a hallmark of all our homes.

It also provides a space to spend time with family and friends, where you can cook, eat and relax without being separated across different rooms.

And when you want to spread out a little more, our homes also feature separate lounges and spacious bedrooms that can double up as hobby rooms and playrooms or study or work spaces when needed.

Open plan design tips

Many new homes, like those in our Heritage Collection, are built with an open plan design, with large kitchen, dining and living areas, patio doors out to the garden that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living, and large windows to encourage more natural light.

Our interior designers love zoning areas within our show homes using blocks of colour on the walls or adding a sisal rug over tiled flooring to create a cosier feel in the family seating area.

Colour schemes for open plan homes

When it comes to choosing the perfect interior design trends or paint colours for open plan homes, the right tones can transform a space from ordinary to extraordinary. Embracing the concept of open plan living means creating a harmonious flow between different areas and colour plays a pivotal role in achieving this.

Open plan lighting schemes

Making the right lighting choices can transform an expansive open plan area into an inviting sanctuary, and can help to transform your home décor.

When considering the best lights for open plan rooms, it’s essential to think about how different zones interact and what they will be used for while considering the overall aesthetic to ensure it is cohesive.

You can select all of your interior options and upgrades to your new home, including a wide range of lighting choices.

How to choose the best furniture for open plan homes

Choosing the right furniture for your open plan home is key to creating a room that functions seamlessly and looks impeccable.

When furnishing new homes, consider how each item will contribute to the overall look and practicality of your space. For an open plan living room, consider flexible modular sofas that can be rearranged to suit different occasions. Complement these with coffee tables that double as storage solutions to help keep clutter at bay.

In the kitchen and dining area, choose furniture that enhances both form and function. A large dining table can serve as a central gathering point for family meals or entertaining guests such as in our four-bedroom homes like The Chester, where the dining table zones the space in front of the patio doors.

Choose your dream property from your chosen Redrow development and book a show home viewing to find your dream open plan space.