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The open-concept debate: Homeowners and contractors still disagree

Turns out knocking down walls creates almost as many problems as it solves.
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We were told open-concept homes were the future — until scientists realized what it was doing to our air quality

For the last three decades, “Open-Concept” has been the most dominant phrase in residential architecture. Knocking down walls to create a seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas ...