“Wide open spaces are good for the heart”

As the nation adjusts to a post-pandemic world, the home space and interior living has become a focus for many who are spending more time at home than ever compared to the last 20 years.

According to the Office for National Statistics time usually spent travelling to work or socialising outside the home was spent online, in the garden and on DIY during the 2020 lockdown.

As we spend more time at home, it’s not surprising that open plan living spaces are becoming ever popular, for the sociable, warm and, funnily enough, open atmosphere that they encourage.

The National Association of Estate Agents confirmed last year that opening up space and downstairs floor plan makeovers are one of the top 4 changes home-owners make to their property.

Needless to say, changing the downstairs layout of a property can bring several benefits to home-living.

Here’s our Top 5 key reasons to embrace the space:

The Key to Light
The more natural light we’re exposed to, the happier and more energised we feel. With less walls, there’s less light-blocking barriers, meaning the natural light from your windows and rooflights can spread to more of your home, making for a more pleasant, light and airy space.

The Key to Socialising
We’ve all been slightly deprived of evening meals with friends, BBQ’s and parties over the last few months, but as guidelines allow social gatherings once more, having fewer rooms means bigger rooms, which means more space to gather the troops and have fun. You’ll have enough space to extend your dining area and feed the five thousand, so prepare for your home to be the go-to party pad, where all your family and friends can sit, eat, chat and boogie in the same room. Choosing garden doors will also open up your home to the garden too, for the ultimate party space.

The Key to Value
Due to high demand for open living plan houses, the National Association for Estate Agents confirmed in 2019 that properties with open living spaces often fetch higher prices… see we told you open plan spaces are good for the heart!

The Key to Family Life
If the last 6 months haven’t made you feel like you need to be in two places at once when it comes to child-care then we aren’t sure what will – open plan means you can bring those two places together. You can be cooking the dinner whilst ensuring your toddler doesn’t start eating crayons again, you can catch up with friends whilst keeping an eye on how long your teen spends on the laptop. All in all, it can help you to be an all-seeing super parent, all while getting on with other things.

The Key to Cooking
Ever heard the saying “food tastes better when you eat it with family”? Well we think it’s just as good when made with your family and friends too. Open kitchen and dining spaces mean you can be the best host and the best cook, both at the same time.

But hate DIY we hear you say? Don’t worry DIY isn’t on the agenda when it comes to our NEW ‘Dean’ layout at Russet Copse, which covers all of the above and now features a larger living / dining room area with open plan kitchen option. Plus, benefit from an improved appearance, increased lighting and better communal living space. Find out more here.