# Function-Changing Apartment Renovations This Old Textile Factory is Now a Stunning Barcelona Home By Sarah Dos Santos | Published 2013-09-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barcelona-home References: [ofpaperandthings.blogspot](http://ofpaperandthings.blogspot.ca/2013/09/dwell-loft-in-barcelona.html) & [ofpaperandthings.blogspot](http://ofpaperandthings.blogspot.ca/) It takes a great depth of observation and creativity to renovate a space once used for one thing and transform it into something like this beautiful [Barcelona](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colombo-and-serboli-architecture-1) home. The home, which once was a [textile factory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xstudio), was renovated to serve a new purpose. With a white-washed look, the home is tidy and bright. Large windows let a great deal of sunlight in which saves a lot of energy. The sections are divided by [large white dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ral-snchez) so this home is ideal for couples, siblings and friendly roommates. The home decor is simple and affordable but the overall appearance is quite elegant and sophisticated. With the all-white design, wooden floors and nude hues, it has a crisp atmosphere. The renovation looks astounding and despite the single level, the home has a lot of space to start a new life with your loved one! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Space Repurposing:** Opportunity to transform existing spaces into new and innovative uses. - **Minimalist Home Decor:** Growing trend towards simple and affordable home decor with an elegant and sophisticated appearance. - **Energy-efficient Design:** Increasing demand for homes with large windows to utilize natural light and save on energy costs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction and Renovation:** Innovation opportunities in the construction and renovation industry to repurpose existing spaces. - **Home Decor:** Opportunities for businesses in the home decor industry to cater to the growing demand for minimalist decor. - **Green Building:** Opportunities for the green building industry to design and construct energy-efficient homes with large windows. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Barcelona Apartment Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isern-serra.md) - [Textile-Transformed Parisian Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isabelle-heilmann.md) - [Madrid Warehouse Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio.md) - [Compact Madrid Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio-1.md) - [Tiled Refurbished Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parramon-tahull.md) - [Bright Urban Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-64.md) - [Modernist Home Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bauhaus-budapest-apartment.md) - [Industrial-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassbrick-apartment.md) - [Vibrant Milanese Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milanese-apartment.md)