space-conscious design
nounUK /speɪs ˈkɒnʃəs dɪˈzaɪn/
US /speɪs ˈkɑːnʃəs dɪˈzaɪn/
A way of making things that uses room in a smart way.
The tiny classroom used space-conscious design so every child had a place to sit.
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2. Furniture made to fit into small rooms without crowding them.
The fold-up table is a great example of space-conscious design.
3. Planning a room so people can move around easily.
Space-conscious design kept the hallway clear for wheelchairs.
4. Using every corner of a small area for a useful purpose.
Shelves above the door show space-conscious design in the kitchen.