Featured in Redfin: Why the “Open Concept” Layout Is Starting to Lose Its Edge
Point B Properties Featured in Redfin on the Future of Floor Plans
We were named an expert on Redfin, powered by Rocket. Read the full article here: Open Floor Plan vs Closed
Why this topic matters right now
For years, removing interior walls was treated as the safest way to increase perceived value. In many cases that still holds true. But renter behavior has shifted meaningfully since 2020 📊
Today many residents are balancing:
– remote work
– hybrid schedules
– shared living environments
– acoustic privacy needs
A completely open layout can sometimes reduce usability rather than improve it.
How we are applying this thinking at our latest project
We are experimenting with defined living zones in the upper duplex unit rather than defaulting to a fully open concept.
Part of this decision reduces unnecessary construction cost, which is a helpful side benefit. More importantly, it reflects what we are seeing from renters in real time: layouts that support both living and working tend to improve day-to-day usability and long-term retention 📈
Longer tenant retention strengthens stability of income and overall asset performance.
Why layout decisions affect investment outcomes
Design choices influence:
– tenant satisfaction
– renewal probability
– acoustic comfort
– flexibility of space
– perceived quality of the building
Small decisions before drywall often create large differences in long-term results.
We were glad to contribute perspective to this national Redfin discussion on how residential layouts are evolving alongside the way people actually live today.
