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House Beautiful explores the growing debate over open floor plans, with some designers arguing the once-dominant layout sacrifices intimacy and character, while others praise its flexibility, light, and social benefits. Nashville-based Brad Ramsey and Atlanta’s Jerel Lake advocate for closed-concept living, citing the ability to create distinct moods and reduce distractions, whereas designers like Amber Lewis and Vince Falotico see open layouts as ideal for entertaining and maximizing views.
