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Aesthetic appeal:

A small kitchen with a living room would add to the aesthetic appeal of the house

Unpleasant Sounds:

Kitchen appliances may add irritating noises to the living room ambiance

Conversations Made Easy:

An open kitchen plan makes communication with people in other rooms easier

Kitchen By-Products:

Steam, smoke, and food smells may become a factor in irritation

Living + Dining in Sync:

A living room with a dining area would be a welcome space for social activities

Unfavorable Kitchen Heat:

The heat from the kitchen area would be an unpleasant addition to the living area

Decor:

Connected rooms would allow for uniform decor throughout

Item Shifting:

Flakes, shavings, peels, and food items may get cluttered

More Space:

Having a continuous space would make the house feel roomy

Lack of Privacy:

A general lack of privacy would be a factor

Seamless Illumination:

Sunlight from floor-to-ceiling windows would be able to illuminate all three areas at once

Food Allergy Woes:

People who have food allergies may have to consciously avoid areas connected with the kitchen

Easier to Move Furniture:

With fewer walls and doors, furniture is easier to relocate

Pet Access:

Problems in preventing your pet(s) from accessing the kitchen area

Easier Cleaning:

Getting done with cleaning chores like vacuuming is much easier

Less Security:

Having fewer walls means fewer doors and lesser security

Resale Value:

Keeping in tow with modern-day house design aesthetics would help with its resale value

Hygiene Problems:

The kitchen area may be more susceptible to debris/trash

Easier Monitoring:

Less hassle of keeping an eye on the kids

Maintenance Issues:

If one area suffers from a fault, all the connected areas would be affected

Minimal is Better:

Minimal architecture appeals to sales  

Not for Everyone:

Some people prefer having a traditional-looking house and space

Topography Friendly:

Connecting rooms with ceiling high windows works with central heating

Too Much Sunlight:

Bismarck can have harsh summer days which might overheat the house

Boosts functionality:

Getting work done around the house easier and more efficient

Appliance Hazards:

Having electrical appliances connected too close is dangerous

Amazing Views:

Ceiling high windows allow for gorgeous views from your room

Bigger Windows, Bigger Curtains:

We will need to invest in larger blinds to cover the windows for privacy

More Space to Use:

Naturally, more can fit easily. Furniture, appliances, etc

More Clutter:

Also, there will be more clutter if not neatly organized and cleaned

Floral Embellishment:

With more open space, more plants and flora can be placed for aesthetics

Sacrificing Smaller Rooms:

Smaller rooms that could be specifically used will no longer exist