floor plan

noun

1. a diagram of one room, apartment, or entire floor of a building, usually drawn to scale.

floor plan

noun

1. a drawing to scale of the arrangement of rooms on one floor of a building Compare elevation

Word History and Origins

Origin of floor plan¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

Upon entering the home, guests are greeted with an open floor plan that accentuates the expansive living area, with double French doors that allow natural light to flood the space.

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Upon entering the property, guests are greeted with an open floor plan that begins with the expansive living area, which boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and a cozy fireplace.

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“There were so many doors,” he said of the compartmentalized floor plan.

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Adding to the spacious floor plan is a lanai, which has enough room for weights, mats and a Peloton, as well as a lounge area, washer and dryer, sink and a huge walk-in storage space.

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Inside a spacious, open floor plan is layered with a palette of textured materials.

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