With many apartments in the UK being former historic conversions, there’s no shortage of character. But historic homes often lack modern conveniences and design. Traditional closed layouts were popular when many old buildings were constructed so UK flat owners are constantly searching for small apartment living room ideas to make their spaces feel bigger. Adopting an open plan layout is the most ideal way to create the feeling of more space, as long as the dividing walls are not load bearing. Open plan layouts offer effortless flow and are perfect for entertaining and using your living areas as a social hub.