Alex, the name of the project as well as that of its owner, is a bachelor seeking a minimalist lifestyle with a wood-filled interior and a desk for Lego building. This new 47 sqm two-room public housing flat came with the standard compartmentalised areas for living, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. I removed unnecessary internal walls and doors to achieve a continuous flow of space, with functions positioned and designed in a way which considers ease of use and the homeowner’s priorities. My design does away with standard features such as fixed rooms and doors as there is no need for them, but still delivers on the enjoyment and functionality of the spaces. I reconfigured the functional spaces, expressing them as a series of cuboid structures (cabinetry) with a unified design language. They were pushed against the flat’s perimeter to optimise the common space. The profile of these structures and their openings were carefully calibrated for a sense of order and proportion. Everything in this apartment – its layout, design, lighting, furniture, homeware, and artwork, has been carefully assessed to take into account the user’s needs. With this project, I wanted to demonstrate that size does not matter, and a high level of lifestyle and design can still be achieved in public housing, even within 47 sqm of space. Less is more; I don’t design more than what is required and that to me reflects sustainable design.