How do you divide a room in an open floor plan?

How do you visually divide a room?

Use area rugs and flooring materials to create visual boundaries within a room. Carpet runners establish desired traffic patterns and define entrance and exit points. Color is an effective tool in achieving visual division within a room. For instance, an accent wall color defines a dining area.

Does an open floor plan add value?

The study found that homes with open floor plans appreciate 7.4 percent a year. Other value-boosting home features include an outdoor patio, hardwood floors, and a fireplace. Modern and contemporary-style homes also do better than older, more traditional architecture.