Open-plan living has become an increasingly popular trend in recent years, with more and more homeowners opting for fewer walls and more open space in their homes. This approach to home design has created a more light-filled, sociable living environment, and it's not just a fad. The most recent 2021 census data has shown that the number of households with 4 or fewer rooms has doubled from just over 7.6 million to over 15.3 million. Conversely, the number of households with 5 or more rooms has decreased by 40%, from over 15.7 million to just under 9.5 million.
The trend towards open-plan living has also sparked more imaginative use of space in homes. The latest trend, known as "broken-plan" living, uses dividers and low walls to find a compromise between traditional layouts and open-plan living. This modern way of living is still on trend and desirable, as shown by the 188% growth in search interest for the keyword "open plan" between 2011 and 2021 according to Google Analytics.
Overall, it's clear that open-plan living has become a huge trend in both renovations and new builds. This approach to home design has created additional light and space, and a more sociable living environment. The trend towards fewer walls and more open space has transformed the way we use our homes, and this trend is likely to continue well into the future.
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