The application analysis of the eco-interior concept to My Dormy Hostel UMM as an effort to achieve environmental sustainability

Abstract

Public awareness about environmental sustainability is increasing. Various approaches are being taken to address environmental issues, including in the field of interior design. One of the approaches that highlight environmental awareness and sustainability is known as eco-interior. My Dormy Hostel UMM is a pioneering hostel in Malang that utilizes repurposed containers as its primary building material. This study aims to observe the application of the eco-interior concept at My Dormy Hostel UMM, with diagnostic evaluation analysis based on the concept of eco-interior. The eco-interior concept is divided into four levels of classification: ideal situation, substantial and mild effort, and general application. The finding shows that falls under the third level of the eco-interior concept, “substantial effort”. The application of the concept is commendable but not yet considered ideal or optimal. Specifically, the ventilation system meets the standards for an ideal situation, while the space organization, material selection, and lighting systems meet the criteria for a substantial effort. Electromagnetic emissions only reach the level of mild effort, whereas water sanitation, indoor pollution, and indoor waste management are categorized as general applications. This research is expected to be a reference for evaluating the application of the eco-interior concept in the hospitality industry.