c. Glass Partitions:

In a previous article we have mentioned all about crittalll style windows here https://www.birlaa1.com/the-crittall-style-is-back.html These elegant black framed screens are a great way to divide up a space without taking up too much of a footprint. They compleiment both traditional and modern properties and also let maximum light, to pass through. Glass partitions are a great way to section off the larger open spaces without losing the flow of light or the perception of a ‘larger’ space. With a glass partition that is floor to ceiling, the idea is to make use of the roof height that adds to the dimension of the room, making it look larger and more ‘put together’.

Creative rooms and storage:

If your main living area needs to double up as an office space, note that it would only work if the space was quiet. But the bigger task here is to accommodate all the storage that comes along with having a work space. In a broken plan space, rooms can be sectioned off with partitions that double up as storage. And this storage can work both ways , with the partitioning allowing storage on either or both sides. This is exactly like getting an instant separate room, along with storage and privacy which areis highly coveted. In case there is a problem with cutting off the light, then you can use glass half way through and use the rest for storage as well.

By placing a storage wall in the center of a space, the large room becomes divided automatically. The room stays connected but works as individual areas. Allowing everyday objects to have places to be stashed and keeping rooms looking large and clutter free.

Flooring and ceiling heights:

In a broken plan living with the objective being dividing the floor plan into large spaces based on utility; using flooring and ceiling heights is a clever way to enforce this. Ceiling heights can be varied to show change of use from space to space. Consider how you can use the false ceiling and its thickness to make a space look and feel separate from the other rooms surrounding it. For example the false ceiling can be lowered in the dining room, to create a cozy area, and also let the central light fall and be a bit lower making the space feel intimate.

Inversely, varying the floor levels can also work to create a separate place. Such as lowering the floor level in the living area and adding a step or two is a classic way to define the living room in a subtle but obvious way. Altering the flooring and ceiling level is a way to break up the floor plan without interrupting vision and also not compromising on the light.

In the future, we will see a move from open-plan living to a more zoned broken -plan living. This shift makes sense with the evolution of open-planned living and allows for a more sociable experience for everyone. Factoring in the zoning allows socialisation to become more intimate and relaxed bringing the family together intentionally rather than being coerced to spend time since the whole floor plan is connected. Broken plan living is a great way to make use of precious space in any household and leading it to hold more function along with an attractive form.