Transformation of Textile Materials: Artistic, Functional Applications in Interior Space

Gezicioğlu F. Y., GÜRANİ F. Y., Yalçın S.

Romaya Journal: Researches on Multidisciplinary Approaches, cilt.2026, sa.2, 2026 (Scopus)

Özet

Sustainability refers to reducing the aspects of the negative impacts of changing climate and environmental conditions on economic and social life leaving behind a world that is livable for future generations. In textiles, sustainability is maintaining production through certain methods-including utilizing natural raw materials, recycling and upcycling-, producing durable products, and reducing waste materials. Within this context, the sustainability of textile products used in various areas of interior architecture for artistic and structural functions is significant. The purpose of this study is to analyze the conditions under which textile waste can re-enter the life cycle, as well as the effects of using the recycled and upcycled materials in interior spaces. The study focused on the artistic and functional use of new products in interior spaces. Qualitative research methods including on-site observation, photographic documentation, interviews, and document analysis are used in the study. The research evaluates the use of recycled and upcycled textiles in interior spaces, presenting examples of reintroducing waste into life through sustainable approaches. In the examples examined under the categories of artistic and functional works, similarities were observed in the materials and methods and also notable differences were found in the production techniques of the designs created from textile waste. These examples raise awareness about fast consumption, fast fashion, and the throwaway society, while also demonstrating that textiles can serve both artistic, structural functions in interiors through recycling and upcycling. This study is expected to serve as a reference for contemporary architects/interior designers and textile designers/artists.