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15 Open-Concept Decorating Ideas

April 29, 2015
Make the most of your home's open floor plan with these tips on color, lighting and space planning.
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How to Decorate a Open-Concept Home

The generous size of this open-concept home offers plenty of options for space planning and decorating. A floating furniture plan allows fluid movement between the breakfast nook and living room, while a solid color scheme unites all surrounding spaces.

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Make an Entrance

Since most entryways open directly into open living rooms, keep the color schemes and styles complementary. The same coral paint used in the entryway carries throughout the living room, so all areas work together.

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Smart Home Touches

An updated thermostat can make a world of difference in a beautifully designed home. Swap out old, dated thermostats for more attractive options, like this programmable system.

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Breakfast Nook

To give the space between the living room and eat-in kitchen a practical use, it was designed as a casual breakfast nook. A round table and rug keep traffic flowing easily between the two spaces. Anytime you're working with a boxy space, consider adding rounded pieces to soften the hard lines.

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