{"id":109014,"date":"2026-02-23T10:50:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T18:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=109014"},"modified":"2026-02-23T10:51:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T18:51:18","slug":"what-is-a-broken-floor-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-a-broken-floor-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Broken Floor Plan? A Fresh Look at Interior Design"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For years, open floor plans dominated home design. Knocking down walls became synonymous with \u201cmodern,\u201d and buyers wanted one big, airy space where kitchens, dining rooms, and living areas all flowed together. But tastes are shifting, and a new layout style is gaining traction: the broken floor plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re renovating your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/6208\/FL\/Fort-Myers\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home in Fort Myers, FL<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or looking for your next <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/8903\/TX\/Houston\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">property in Houston, TX<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, here\u2019s what you need to know about broken floor plans and how a broken floor plan can impact both daily living and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rocketmortgage.com\/learn\/home-value\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">resale value<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\u00a0<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-109019 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lisa-anna-iQlwxMGPS_I-unsplash-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>What is a broken floor plan?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A broken floor plan is a hybrid of traditional closed layouts and open-concept design. Instead of fully open spaces or completely closed-off rooms, a broken floor plan uses partial dividers to define areas while still allowing light and movement throughout the home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common features include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Half walls or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisoldhouse.com\/walls\/all-about-pony-walls\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pony walls<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass partitions or steel-framed windows<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pocket or sliding doors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Level changes, such as sunken living rooms or raised dining areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-ins, shelving, or fireplaces used as room separators<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why homeowners are moving away from the open concept<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-an-open-floor-plan\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open floor plans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are not disappearing, but many homeowners are becoming more aware of their downsides, especially for everyday living. Common concerns include: noise traveling throughout the entire home, limited privacy for work-from-home or study areas, visible messes always on display, and heating and cooling inefficiencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whisperingbold.com\/post\/broken-floor-plans-are-the-design-trend-that-s-bringing-intimacy-back-home\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken floor plans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are regaining popularity because they restore function to individual spaces,\u201d Marieke Rijksen with <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.whisperingbold.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whispering Bold Interior Design<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> details. \u201cWhile open layouts can feel expansive, they often struggle with acoustics, privacy, and defined purpose. More segmented layouts allow rooms to work harder and feel calmer, provided the transitions between spaces are handled intentionally.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-109017 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-802x630.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"802\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-802x630.jpg 802w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-300x236.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-1024x805.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-768x603.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-2048x1609.jpg 1527w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-191x150.jpg 191w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-382x300.jpg 382w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nkubota_9433-scaled.jpg 1528w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 802px) 100vw, 802px\" \/><\/p>\n<div><i>Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/aba.nyc\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abruzzo Bodziak Architects<\/span><\/a>, <\/i><em>photo by Naho Kubota<\/em><\/div>\n<h2>The appeal of broken floor plans<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a resale perspective, broken floor plans can be a strategic choice when executed well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Broader appeal and design potential<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some buyers love fully open layouts, while others prefer more defined spaces. Broken floor plans tend to attract both groups, which can help a home appeal to a wider range of buyers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe do not see broken floor plans as much as open floor plans, which are still common in newly built homes, or closed floor plans in historic homes,\u201d Stephanie Andrews, founder of <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/balancedesignatlanta.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance Design<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, shares. \u201cHowever, we are currently working on a historic home and are using a broken floor plan by opening up the walls on both sides of a fireplace between the dining room and the kitchen. This fireplace allows us to create a moody vibe in the dining room while keeping the kitchen bright and light.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Improved functionality<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today\u2019s buyers often prioritize layouts that support real life, including remote work, quiet areas, and flexible living spaces. \u201cSeparate rooms make it easier to focus, rest, or disconnect, something we have seen directly in projects that include spaces like listening rooms, where enclosure is the point rather than a drawback,\u201d Emily Abruzzo, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, partner with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aba.nyc\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abruzzo Bodziak Architects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, explains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe same logic applies to workspaces in the home. When work can occupy a dedicated room that closes at the end of the day and remains separate from home life, it supports a healthier boundary between work and life. The result is not less openness, but more choice in how space is used throughout the day. Separation also allows lighting, heating, and cooling to be controlled room by room rather than across a single large volume, a standard approach to improving comfort and managing energy use,\u201d Abruzzo concludes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Higher-end feel<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architectural details like glass walls, arched openings, and sliding doors often read as custom upgrades, as opposed to standard builder features, which can positively influence buyer perception. These elements add visual interest, improve light flow, and create separation between spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Easier staging<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homes with defined areas are generally easier to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-home-staging\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Buyers immediately understand how rooms are meant to function, whether it\u2019s a dining area, home office, or sitting space, without needing extra explanation or imagination. This clarity helps homes photograph better, reduces buyer confusion during showings, and makes it easier for potential buyers to picture themselves living in the space.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Does a broken floor plan increase resale value?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A broken floor plan does not automatically increase a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/what-is-my-home-worth\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home\u2019s value<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the same way a new kitchen or bathroom might. However, it can enhance or protect resale value by improving flow, usability, and overall appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It tends to work best when:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A home feels overly compartmentalized<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An open layout lacks definition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The changes improve natural light and traffic flow<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homes that feel balanced and functional often stand out to buyers and can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-factors-affect-how-quickly-a-house-sells\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sell more quickly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or competitively.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>When a broken floor plan makes sense<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken floor plans are particularly effective in older homes with small or closed-off rooms, as well as in homes with one large open area that feels undefined or difficult to use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the right decor and accessories, a broken floor plan can complement a home beautifully. \u201cAt ProEdge Remodeling, with over 60 years of experience and thousands of window projects throughout New England, the Northeast, and Mid-Atlantic regions, we understand how the right windows can transform broken floor plans. Large picture windows can define cozy reading nooks or quiet corners by bringing in natural light, creating warm, inviting spaces. We are also seeing a clear trend toward modern, custom choices, particularly black and dark-toned frames, which offer a timeless look while improving energy efficiency and comfort. Thoughtful window styles and strategic placement can make segmented spaces feel open, functional, and welcoming,\u201d <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jim Phillips, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">executive vice president of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getproedge.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ProEdge Remodeling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, shares.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This floor plan offers both practical functionality and the opportunity for each space\u2019s design to stand out. &#8220;Broken floor plans can feel &#8216;dated&#8217;, but I actually love them when they\u2019re done right, especially for the architecture of the home. Not every space needs to be wide open; sometimes a little separation creates better flow and intentional opportunities for design moments, such as a feature wall, art display, double-sided fireplace, etc.\u00a0 I use millwork, cased openings, or subtle architectural details to define zones without making a home feel chopped up. When you design them thoughtfully, broken floor plans feel cozy, curated, and incredibly livable, which is always the goal for me,&#8221; Brooke Lang, principal designer and owner of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.brookelang.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Brooke Lang Designs<\/a>, explains.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-109021 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/baubauwall-wallpapers-DrLAEE-r2Xo-unsplash-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Balancing privacy, flow, and function<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken floor plans reflect how people live today. They offer privacy, flexibility, and visual interest while still preserving light and flow. From a real estate standpoint, they strike a strong balance between modern design and everyday functionality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are remodeling with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-resale-value-factors\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">resale <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in mind, a thoughtfully designed broken floor plan can make your home more livable now and more appealing to future buyers later.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For years, open floor plans dominated home design. Knocking down walls became synonymous with \u201cmodern,\u201d and buyers wanted one big, airy space where kitchens, dining rooms, and living areas all flowed together. But tastes are shifting, and a new layout style is gaining traction: the broken floor plan. If you\u2019re renovating your home in Fort [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":800,"featured_media":109018,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[4398],"coauthors":[36416],"class_list":["post-109014","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-life-style","tag-design-and-decor"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.7 (Yoast SEO v27.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What is a Broken Floor Plan? | Redfin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A broken floor plan blends open living with defined spaces. 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