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Renovated Spanish Home: Adaptable and Sustainable Design
A Spanish home renovation transforms a traditional apartment into a flexible, sustainable space with a layered design that includes a semi-outdoor area with a bathtub and gallery.
Spanish
Spain
Climate ChangeLifestyleEnergy SecuritySustainabilityFamilyArchitectureDesignRenovation
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Mireia LuzárragaAlejandro MuiñoGonzalo
- Describe the layered design of the house.
- The house is designed as a series of nested spaces: an inner 'winter house' with a communal bedroom, surrounded by a larger 'summer house' that includes a semi-outdoor area with the bathtub, gallery, and fireplace.
- What are the sustainable features of the renovation?
- The materials and construction prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability, using natural materials like wood and cork for insulation. The open layout maximizes natural light and ventilation.
- How does the home's design differ from a traditional house?
- The home's design radically departs from the traditional bourgeois model, featuring open spaces and a flexible layout to accommodate evolving lifestyles and family needs. This includes a communal bedroom and an adaptable kitchen-dining-workspace.
- Where is the bathtub located now, and what was previously there?
- The bathtub, previously located on a small terrace, is now situated in a 50-square-meter semi-exterior space created during the renovation. This area, called the "summer house," also includes a gallery and a fireplace.
- How adaptable is the home's design, and how is this demonstrated?
- The home's adaptability is demonstrated by its current use: while designed for a young family, it now comfortably accommodates a single resident and his teenage son, demonstrating the flexible nature of its design.