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open-concept

British  

adjective

  1. Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): open-plan.  (in a house or office) having few or no internal walls or partitions

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Set on a beautifully lush plot, the home blends rustic charm with modern luxury, welcoming guests with exposed brick walls, soaring wood-beamed ceilings, an open-concept layout, and thoughtfully updated finishes throughout.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026

This preconstruction home, shown in a rendering, will feature a main floor with an open-concept living area that flows outside to multiple decks and patios.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

The Japanese-inspired restaurant offers an extensive sushi menu and much more, all set inside a striking space with ample seating, a green-tiled bar, layered textures, an open-concept kitchen, and plenty of greenery and warm wood.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2026

Inside the open-concept unit, the walls stand bare except for three Christian art prints hung near the front door.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2024

An open-concept kitchen, dining room and living room have vaulted ceilings leading out to a large, covered patio with firepit.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2023

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