Everyone loves square footage. It’s the most quoted number in real estate after price. But it’s also one of the most misleading.

A bigger home isn’t always a better one.
Because size, without design, means wasted space.

The Myth of More

A 120 m² apartment sounds like a win — until you realize:

• 15 m² is a useless hallway
• The kitchen is awkwardly placed
• The living room is long and narrow
• The bedrooms are stacked with no privacy

Now compare it to a 95 m² unit with:

• A central, open-plan living space
• Smart bedroom separation
• Great natural light
• Thoughtful storage

Which one feels bigger?
Which one lives better?

The Index knows.

How We Score Layout

In our system, layout quality isn’t just about square meters — it’s about how those meters are used.

We look at:

• Flow and circulation
• Proportion and balance
• Natural light access
• Storage logic
• Visual weight vs. physical usability

You could have the same square footage and get completely different layout scores — and that’s a good thing.

What the Index Fixes

• It penalizes oversized but inefficient designs
• It rewards smart, compact layouts that feel expansive
• It shows how design often beats raw dimensions

You’ll still see the square footage on every listing — but now, it’s just one data point among many.

The Layout Index gives it context, weight, and truth.