Examining Technology in the Context of Interior Architecture Education

Authors : Şeyma Şenalp, Güzin Demirkan Türel
Pages : 292-313
Doi:10.51118/konsan.2025.70
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Publication Date : 2025-12-26
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :In the twenty-first century, the rapid development of digital technologies has led to profound transformations in education and directly influenced design studios, which constitute the primary learning environment of the interior architecture discipline. Traditional studio education is being reshaped through computer-aided design software, three-dimensional modeling tools, and virtual and augmented reality applications, thereby providing students with new dimensions in spatial perception, creativity, and problem-solving skills. In this context, the position of technology in interior architecture education and its prospective role have emerged as significant areas of inquiry within the discipline. The aim of this study is to examine the use of technology in design studios within the scope of interior architecture education, to evaluate its contributions to learning processes, and to identify the resulting changes. A quantitative research method was adopted, employing a literature review and content analysis of contemporary applications. Additionally, a survey was administered to undergraduate students of interior architecture and interior architecture and environmental design programs at four public and four foundation universities in Türkiye. The findings indicate that technology accelerates the design process in studios, enhances students’ creative thinking skills, and enables a more effective experience of spatial perception in digital environments. However, while online platforms foster collaboration, they do not fully substitute the experiential learning that occurs in face-to-face interaction. The study concludes that technology is an indispensable tool in interior architecture education, yet it should be integrated in a balanced manner with pedagogical approaches. Accordingly, the development of hybrid studio models that provide students with both digital and physical experiences is recommended
Keywords : İç mimarlık eğitimi, tasarım stüdyosu, dijital teknolojiler, sanal gerçeklik

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