Many people admire the allure of open-concept layouts, often considered a hallmark of a modern interior. But, as a home editor, I'm noticing more designers lean into closed-concept floor plans ...

The thing is, there are so many types of kitchen layouts to choose from ... you don't need us to tell you that a closed floor plan should be off the cards. Gone are small, enclosed kitchens ...

But unlike most current kitchens, it’s not part of an open-concept floor plan ... shared space. Closed kitchens, often dismissed as outdated, are making a quiet comeback, after 50 plus years ...

Some people love closed-concept, compartmentalized homes, while others prefer an open-plan layout. Jerry Nguyen (@east_van_bungalow) says she and her family didn’t have a ton of budget to add on ...