Introduction to the Design of Small Spaces

Start the course by getting to know your teachers Rocío Pina and Carmelo Rodríguez. Hear about their studio, main influences, idols, and their ideas about flexibility. They also discuss their signature slogan "Be Flexible or Die" before giving you a brief overview of the course.

After reflecting on what it means to live in a small house and the concept of flexibility, analyze the characteristics of the room or space to be redesigned. Identify the essential, day-to-day household items, keeping the inhabitants in mind at all times.

Discover some key strategies for equipping each space, before deciding how each new space is to be mobilized and defined using folding mechanisms where necessary. Find out what options are on the market and how to use them to their full potential.

To finish up, Rocío and Carmelo share some tips for communicating your ideas on flexibility effectively and efficiently. Learn to create the necessary documents for representing concepts such as multifunctionality, mobility, and a non-fixed layout. Finally, discover how to increase your visibility across various channels and platforms.