With origins in 15th century Japan and ancient Feng Shui practices, the “open-space” gained momentum during the Bauhaus era, which later served as the platform for modern furniture and architecture.  For the past several decades, new home construction has incorporated the open floor plans, a layout that’s been proved to be convenient, socially encouraging and perceptibly pleasing.  Yet with the obvious advantages of such layout, one clear obstacle is how to decorate a large space, subdivided into functional areas.  Key rules for open-floor plan décor include:

Focalized Areas

Eye catching pieces bring the attention to each area individually.  Living/family room (fireplace, television), dining room (dining table, chairs, buffet), kitchen (island with a great counter top and barstools).

Viola d’amore Dining Table and Lulu Dining Chairs by Cattelan Italia

Artificial Walls

The lack of physical separation between the living-dining-cooking spaces, necessitates to utilize dividing elements like stand alone bookshelves and screens.

Bellydance, double-sided, ceiling mounted mirrored screen by Tonelli

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