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If you’re building, buying or planning a big home renovation in 2021, take note: Many families are finding out that open floor plans may not be for them anymore with so many both working and doing school at home. Many homebuilders have reported over the last few months that buyers are having second thoughts when it comes to open floor plans. People are feeling like they need more privacy, so we'll see more doors—especially for home offices—more insulation for noise control, and separate spaces to keep the kids busy while parents work," Katie Detwiler, vice president of marketing at Berks Homes told Zillow.