For decades, homes were compartmentalized. Rooms were boxes designed to hold specific functions, often closing them off from one another and, crucially, from the outside world. Today, the open floor plan reigns supreme. We have knocked down walls to create communal living spaces that encourage connection. However, an open floor plan without adequate light can feel like a cavernous warehouse rather than a home. This is where the strategic integration of glass becomes critical.

ultimate guide to designing a modern farmhouse open floor plan.