In the real estate market, square meters remain one of the main reference points. However, architect Raúl Llorente says that size alone rarely reflects a property’s true value. At RentSale RealEstate, we assess space not by the numbers stated in documents, but by how each meter functions in everyday life and retains relevance over time.
Formal size can often be misleading. Two properties with the same square footage may deliver completely different living experiences. Narrow corridors, inefficient niches and poorly planned zoning can make even large spaces feel constrained. That is why at RentSale RealEstate we focus on usable space rather than nominal area.
Layout logic becomes a defining factor. We evaluate how well a space adapts to different life scenarios – working from home, family life, hosting guests and maintaining privacy. Flexible zoning and the absence of “dead zones” allow a property to remain relevant even as an owner’s lifestyle evolves.
Proportions play an equally important role. Ceiling height, room depth and the balance between width and length directly influence spatial perception. At RentSale RealEstate, we view proportions as an architectural tool that shapes comfort regardless of total square meters.
Natural light and orientation can either enhance or diminish the value of space. Properties with good sunlight exposure and well-positioned windows feel more open and comfortable. At RentSale RealEstate, we assess lighting conditions at different times of day and throughout the year, recognizing that light directly affects functionality.
Engineering solutions must also be integrated thoughtfully. Poorly positioned utilities can restrict future transformations and limit spatial potential. At RentSale RealEstate, we analyze whether engineering systems allow layout changes without significant cost or loss of value.
The true value of a square meter becomes even more evident over the long term. Spaces with clear functional logic retain liquidity longer and adapt more easily to changing market demands. These are the assets RentSale RealEstate considers most resilient from an investment perspective.
We also pay close attention to how interior space interacts with its surroundings. Layout decisions must account not only for internal scenarios, but also for external factors – noise, views and building density. We treat each property as part of a broader system where every square meter gains additional value or limitations from its context.
As a result, the square meter ceases to be an abstract unit of measurement and becomes a carrier of function. At RentSale RealEstate, we evaluate real estate through the lens of usability, flexibility and architectural logic, helping clients choose properties where true spatial value aligns with stated size.
Earlier we wrote about Construction quality as an investment factor – what RentSale RealEstate evaluates in new and renovated projects