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Abstract

This study discusses the design development of a sustainable workplace interior, using PITA office—a furniture company in Indonesia—as the context of study. The design aims to create a sustainable office environment that reflects the company's commitment to sustainability, particularly in relation to various interior material practices. This study applies Nirmal Kishnani's six principles of sustainable design within the Asian context to the interior design of the PITA office, encompassing the principles of efficacy, ecology, wellness, embeddedness, advocacy, and integration. A qualitative approach was implemented through observation, documentation, and interviews to analyse the context based on the six sustainable design principles and inform further design propositions. The study explores how such sustainable principles can be translated materially to provide office interior design that is responsible for users and the environment. It identifies the material criteria relevant for designing a sustainable workplace interior, which supports energy efficiency, reduces environmental impact, creates a connection with locality, and provides well-being for its users. Such material practice criteria contribute to the way sustainable interiors can be achieved holistically as part of an environmentally responsible design approach.

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Author Biography

Audrey Natasya
Audrey Natasya is a final-year interior design undergraduate student at Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH). She is currently engaged in her final project, which incorporates a narrative approach into her work. She is also interested in multisensory dimensions in design and their relevance in producing immersive and memorable spatial experiences for the user. Audrey aspires to create interior designs that bring stories to life and evoke emotion through every element of the space.

Phebe Valencia
Phebe Valencia is a lecturer in the Interior Design Study Programme at Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH). Her research interest is exploring various sustainable interior design approaches relevant to social needs. She is pursuing a doctoral degree at Universitas Indonesia to explore further the role of design in creating inclusive and environmentally friendly spaces. Phebe is committed to sharing her knowledge through teaching and research that positively impacts society. She believes that design is not just about aesthetics but also about meaningful solutions for people and the environment.

Agnes Satyawati Azarja
Agnes Satyawati Azarja is a lecturer at Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH) in Indonesia. She teaches various Interior Design Study Programme courses, including Interior Design Studio, Multisensory Design, Narrative Design, Design Psychology, and Research Intern/Project Design. Agnes holds a bachelor's degree in Interior Design from UPH, a master's degree in Christian Leadership from Harvest International Theological Seminary, and a master's degree in Educational Technology from UPH. She has supervised students in designing interior spaces for museums, such as the Museum Bahari, Gedung Joang ‘45, and the Museum Arkeologi Onrust, focusing on integrating historical narratives into modern interior design. Additionally, she is a member of the Indonesian Interior Designer Association and Indonesian Hidden Heritage Creative Hub, contributing to the professional community in her field.

Bambang Tutuka Adi Nugroho
Bambang Tutuka Adi Nugroho is a lecturer at the Interior Design Study Programme, Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH), where he has been teaching since 2006. He earned his bachelor's degree in Interior Design from UPH in 2006 and later pursued a master's degree in Engineering Physics at Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), graduating in 2014. His academic and professional interests focus on acoustics, lighting design, materials, and furniture, where he integrates technical and aesthetic knowledge. With his interdisciplinary background, Bambang contributes to developing a comprehensive interior design education that bridges creativity with scientific understanding. He is dedicated to nurturing future designers by emphasising interior spaces' functional and experiential aspects.

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