Explain why the analyzed concept (e.g. flexibility, sustainability, ....) should be taken into account by today’s architects

FLEXIBLE SPACES

The flexible spaces of this group of houses are refers to spaces that can be separated or connected turning into a unique space with different characteristics from the ones that they had when they were separated; they can have a different use or can turn into a transitional space between the exterior and the interior. To get this type of spaces they use mobile transparent divisions. This system gets spaces with a special characteristic that probably can’t be get with a rigid division of a house. These divisions and these spaces haven’t got the same characteristics that ones that are separated, so it is a good option for flexible uses. A rigid use of the rooms couldn’t work correctly with this system, so it is important to be sure that the use of the building is according to the system.

COMMUNAL BUILDING

This project is characteristic by its shape but also by its program and operation. The building contains a wide variety of dwellings and some communal services, that create this feeling of community. It’s like a little town in the middle of the city.

Space controlled by the dweller

Usually a house is made of spaces with their own function and dimension, forcing the dweller to adapt to that situation.

Understanding space as a tool that suits our requirements is the main argument of this collection. Through elements which we can interact with we organize the space around us and we provide it with a function.