Advancing Sustainable Interior Design Through the Use of Tye-Dye and Batik (Àdìrẹ) Fabrics

Abstract

This paper explores the use of tie-dye and batik fabric as sustainable materials for interior design projects. Based on a survey of 154 interior designers and professionals, the study examines perceptions, preferences, and challenges related to these traditional dyeing techniques. Participants exhibit positive attitudes towards tie-dye and batik fabric, though encountering issues like availability, quality, maintenance, and compatibility. Descriptive and inferential statistics, along with exploratory analyses of open-ended questions, support these findings. The paper highlights implications for sustainable interior design practice and research. Collaborative efforts involving interior designers, manufacturers, suppliers, consumers, educators, policymakers, and stakeholders are recommended to promote the integration of tie-dye and batik fabric for a more environmentally friendly future.

Keywords:Batik fabric, Biodegradability, Cultural heritage, Embodied carbon, Energy efficiency, Interior design, Local tie-dye, Sustainable design, Materiality

DOI: 10.7176/ADS/106-01

Publication date:August 31^st 2023