The Spanish economy is in the doldrums, with 54 percent of Spanish adults between 25 and 40 unemployed, and 'Home Back Home' is a architectural project that focuses on furniture with this unfortunate statistic in mind.
Unemployment means a lack of income, which itself translates to the inability to afford many of the necessities of adulthood, such as an apartment or home. As such, a large portion of young Spanish adults have been forced to move back in with their parents in their childhood homes. The problem is that the rooms that were suitable for children are impractical for adults.
The pieces in Home Back Home, a project by PKMN Architects, are designed to modulate common features of childhood spaces, making them appropriate for adults. These include partitions to close off shared spaces and repurposed IKEA furniture that can extend child-sized pieces.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Modular Childhood Room Furniture
- Design and manufacture furniture pieces that can be easily and flexibly adjusted or repurposed to accommodate both children and adults.
- Multifunctional Home Decor
- Develop creative and functional home decor items that can serve multiple purposes in small living spaces.
- Affordable Compact Living Solutions
- Create innovative and affordable living solutions for young adults who are struggling with unemployment or limited income.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Furniture
- Furniture companies can offer customizable and modular furniture solutions that can adapt to changing living situations and lifestyles.
- Home Decor
- Home decor companies can focus on creating functional and versatile decor that can save space and enhance living experiences.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can explore and invest in compact, affordable, and flexible living solutions for young adults living with their parents.
