Architect Enrico Sassi helps with renovating a compact two-level home in Aldesago, Switzerland. It is an old building that previously functioned as a wood store, rabbit hutch, and shed. Sassi, which is based in Lugano has overseen the refurbishments transforming the utilitarian space into a functional micro home that measures out to be 14-square-meters.
The name of the update is Rustic Renovation, which started with repairing the damaged stone walls. The team then adds a new roof and installs an extra window to integrate more space-saving furnishings. Sassi talks about the design of the home, stating that "The building was in a poor condition, we paid particular attention to the recovery and enhancement of the original elements."
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Micro-homes
- The trend of building and renovating small scale homes to optimize functionality and space-saving is disrupting the real estate industry.
- Rustic Renovation
- The trend of renovating old existing structures to transform them into livable spaces is disrupting the construction industry.
- Compact Living
- The trend of adopting minimalist and efficient living habits in metropolitan areas is disrupting the home decor and furniture industry.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Real Estate
- The real estate industry has an opportunity to tap into the growing demand for compact micro-homes.
- Construction
- The construction industry has an opportunity to offer rehabilitation and renovation services for existing structures to adapt to the growing demand for small scale living spaces.
- Furniture
- The furniture industry has an opportunity to introduce space-saving and multi-functional designs to cater to the needs of homeowners with small living spaces.
