A large, all-in-one downstairs room, encompassing cooking, dining and living zones, has become a popular layout in many homes. But while the result can look spacious, it may mean the living spaces never feel truly relaxing, because they’re so connected to the bustle of the kitchen. However, small tricks, such as having two or three steps between areas, can be all it takes to provide that crucial mental and physical divide. In this open-plan space, retaining a slab of wall on one side of the wide bookcase also subtly helps the living area to feel more self-contained./ shelving
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