This Madrid apartment, developed by architecture firm Elii, is the result of a pretty bold makeover that centered around the installation of flexible folding furniture. This furniture allows for maximum use of space in the apartment, named Susaloon -- after the name of its owner Susana.
The apartment was inspired by a Swiss Army knife, and in addition to folding furniture features small storage nooks. This allows the owner to utilize the full floorspace. The folding furniture includes everything from a bed and dining table to an ironing board and acupuncture table.
This Madrid apartment joins several others in the Spanish capital -- the Pop-Up House, All I Own House and Didomestic, to name a few -- that feature unique and out-of-the-box designs that serve the needs of modern urban apartment dwellers.
What's Driving This Trend
- Flexible Folding Furniture
- The trend of incorporating flexible folding furniture presents an opportunity for innovative furniture designers to improve the functionality of small living spaces.
- Maximizing Space
- The trend of maximizing space presents an opportunity for architects and interior designers to rethink traditional space allocation and explore creative storage solutions.
- Swiss Army Knife-inspired Designs
- The trend of Swiss Army knife-inspired designs presents an opportunity for designers to create multi-functional products that combine form and function.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- The furniture design industry can capitalize on the trend of flexible folding furniture to create products that meet the needs of urban dwellers with limited space.
- Architecture
- The architecture industry can capitalize on the trend of maximizing space to create buildings and homes that are more efficient and sustainable.
- Product Design
- The product design industry can capitalize on the trend of Swiss Army knife-inspired designs to create multi-functional products that appeal to consumers looking for versatility and convenience.
