If a room means the interior of an instrument that orchestrates our everyday life, this instrument is gathered, rearranged and appropriated to adapt with the essence of our belongings. What constitutes a sense of home—is it a carpet you brought, a long-distance call, or a sip of tea? The course will adopt a participatory format to explore how individuals integrate their cultural identities into the context of their current homes, emphasize on the transformative power of ordinary objects, rituals, and habits that shape a sense of belonging.Interdisciplinarity// Class discussions will explore the circulation of found objects, things discarded by others but given new meaning in different spaces. We will examine secondhand culture, focusing on how objects are passed through communities, carrying stories of relocation and adaptation. Ultimately, it will focus on how adaptation and integration processes contribute to defining what makes a place feel like home.Learning Objectives// By the end of this course, students will develop the ability to analyze how cultural identity shapes domestic spaces, applying theories of material culture, migration, and sustainability to read the transformation from temporary accommodations into a place that feels like home. Through individual or collaborative projects, students will document and curate personal belongings, exploring the circulation and accumulation of objects in their rooms. They will critically examine how objects reflect personal and collective identities, how migration and mobility influence perceptions of home.Didactical Concept// This course employs a participatory and experiential learning approach, combining theoretical exploration with hands-on activities. Students will engage in interactive discussions to examine concepts of cultural identity, material culture, and adaptation. Studio-based workshops will provide opportunities for creative spatial interventions using found and secondhand objects. Collaborative projects will encourage students to share relocation experiences. Additionally, guest lectures and field visits will offer insights into secondhand culture, migration, and shared living practices. The course will culminate in multimedia presentations and reflective essays, allowing students to articulate their findings through written, visual, and interactive formats.