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OPEN-PLAN BECOMES BROKEN-PLAN IN 2022
Multi-functional and open-plan kitchens are now one of the top design requests among Drew Forsyth & Co customers . As we ’ ve all been getting used to spending more time at home over the last 18 months or so , the way we use our kitchen and living spaces has also adapted , with this trend set to develop further into 2022 .
“ We ’ re predicting a big rise in broken-plan living in 2022 , as homeowners seek to create multi-functional spaces with added privacy ,” explains George Forsyth , MD of Drew Forsyth & Co .
“ A lot of projects now ask for an open-plan layout , perhaps merging the living room by knocking the adjacent wall down , and incorporating seating areas and large islands . And now we are seeing a definite shift from open-plan to broken-plan too . This is a likely result of working from home more and the completely open-plan layout now allowing for cosy or quiet areas .
“ The good news is that it ’ s possible to have the best of both worlds , by being clever with the use of space and zoning areas to allow for a greater sense of privacy , while retaining the best elements of open-plan , including light , space and flow .”
Here are five ways to make a brokenplan kitchen and living space work in your home :
• Use freestanding shelving units or seating areas to act as a natural division between cooking and dining .
• Make use of glass to create a partition without blocking sightlines .
• Incorporate varying floor and ceiling heights to create a split-level layout .
• Use an island or peninsula as a multifunctional way to zone while creating extra storage and worktop space for work , rest and play .
• Create a social space , with a dedicated seating area that can be used for mealtimes , as well as working from home and the kids ’ homework .
Drew Forsyth furniture is bespoke , with prices starting from around £ 30,000 for a complete kitchen .
For more design ideas see www . drewforsyth . co . uk or call 01422 842206 .