open-plan

adjective

chiefly British
: having or consisting of a large room that is not divided into smaller rooms or areas
an open-plan office

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While relocating the U21s and U18s from the main building was a deliberate choice, space has in any case been taken up by open-plan offices to accommodate non-football staff relocated from Old Trafford — a policy instructed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025 Inside, high ceilings, open-plan layouts, and walls of glass create a bright, airy interior that brings the surrounding landscape into every room. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025 New hotels come in all shapes and sizes and can feature custom furnishings, open-plan layouts, views that overlook crystal blue water, rooftop infinity pools with panoramic views, culinary artistry and transformative Wellbeing Centers. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025 This recliner is particularly well-suited for modern homes, open-plan living rooms, or family spaces where comfort and presence matter. Zoë Sessums, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for open-plan

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“Open-plan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open-plan. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.

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