Research Article

The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective

Volume: 14 Number: 3 July 24, 2026
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The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective

Abstract

Sustainability in interior design is a multidimensional approach that aims to provide long-term environmental, economic, and social benes. This design philosophy not only reduces negative environmental impacts but also lowers operational costs by optimizing energy consumption and directly improving user health and well-being. The fundamental components of sustainable interior design include the use of environmentally friendly materials, energy efficiency, water conservation, and the utilization of local and renewable resources. From a global perspective, green building certification systems such as LEED and BREEAM play a critical role in standardizing and promoting sustainable interior design practices. In Türkiye, awareness in this field has been increasing, and new projects incorporating sustainable design principles have become more prominent, particularly in major cities. However, high initial investment costs, limited professional expertise, and insufficient public awareness remain key challenges hindering the widespread adoption of this concept. This study analyzes global and local applications of sustainable interior design, the major challenges encountered, and innovative approaches in the field through a literature-based evaluation.

Keywords

Interior design, sustainability, green building, energy efficiency, environmentally friendly materials, Türkiye

Supporting Institution

This research received no external funding.

Ethical Statement

This study does not involve human or animal participants. All procedures followed scientific and ethical principles, and all referenced studies are appropriately cited.

Thanks

The author does not wish to acknowledge any individual or institution.

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APA
Kasap, S. (2026). The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology, 14(3), 908-917. https://doi.org/10.29130/dubited.1915221
AMA
1.Kasap S. The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective. DUBİTED. 2026;14(3):908-917. doi:10.29130/dubited.1915221
Chicago
Kasap, Serdar. 2026. “The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective”. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology 14 (3): 908-17. https://doi.org/10.29130/dubited.1915221.
EndNote
Kasap S (July 1, 2026) The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology 14 3 908–917.
IEEE
[1]S. Kasap, “The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective”, DUBİTED, vol. 14, no. 3, pp. 908–917, July 2026, doi: 10.29130/dubited.1915221.
ISNAD
Kasap, Serdar. “The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective”. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology 14/3 (July 1, 2026): 908-917. https://doi.org/10.29130/dubited.1915221.
JAMA
1.Kasap S. The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective. DUBİTED. 2026;14:908–917.
MLA
Kasap, Serdar. “The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective”. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology, vol. 14, no. 3, July 2026, pp. 908-17, doi:10.29130/dubited.1915221.
Vancouver
1.Serdar Kasap. The Concept of Sustainability in Interior Design: A Review of Global Practices and The Turkish Perspective. DUBİTED. 2026 Jul. 1;14(3):908-17. doi:10.29130/dubited.1915221