Structural Assessment
Identify load-bearing walls first. Engineer may be required. Headers span openings. Support during removal critical.
Benefits and Drawbacks
More light and sight lines. Better for entertaining. Less wall space for furniture. Noise travels more freely.
Defining Spaces
Flooring transitions mark areas. Ceiling treatments add definition. Furniture arrangement creates zones. Lighting differentiates functions.
Cost Factors
Wall removal complexity varies. HVAC redistribution often needed. Electrical and plumbing relocation. Matching existing finishes.
