UNS – The Interior Design, Craft, and Furniture Exhibition (Inrare) 2024 at Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta invites the public to reflect on a unique environmental issue. Titled “Thermal Harmony: Living in Harmony with The Heat,” the exhibition is organized by the Interior Design Program (DI) of the Faculty of Arts and Design (FSRD) at UNS. The event features a range of student work, panel discussions, workshops, and musical performances, all centered around Solo’s rising temperatures from an interior design perspective.
According to Silmi Cahya Pradini Priliana, S.T, M.Si., the exhibition showcases various student works, including Studio Apartment Interior Design, Residential Interior Design, Commercial Interior Design, Public Facility Interior Design, Final Projects, Interior Product Design, and Furniture Chair Design.
“The Solo Heat issue is explored in each piece on display. The entire event is structured using the four human senses method, which aims to engage multiple human senses to provide visitors with a more immersive and meaningful experience,” Silmi explained to uns.ac.id.
In addition, Arya Ikhsan Risqy, Chair of Inrare 2024, noted that the exhibition addresses the issue of Solo’s heat by presenting design examples and recommended solutions for achieving thermal comfort within spaces. The event, held over 10 days from late September to early October, aims to showcase how interior design can solve the pressing issue of Solo’s heat.
“For instance, in residential spaces, thermal comfort can be achieved by implementing cross-ventilation systems and creating inner courtyards. Both solutions are exemplified in the displayed works as practical applications of these recommendations,” Arya explained.
Integration with M Bloc Design Week
Inrare 2024 also serves as a key collaborator with M Bloc Design Week, where it acts as both designer and organizer of the M Bloc Design Week segment held at Lokananta, Surakarta. This event brings together stakeholders to discuss and offer solutions to the highlighted issue, to increase awareness among academics, practitioners, and the general public.
M Bloc Design Week, with its theme “Daur Rupa-Sustainable Design,” promotes sustainability in design by emphasizing circular economy principles, waste reduction, and efficient resource use. This theme aligns with Inrare 2024’s focus on sustainability.
The UNS exhibition acts as a case study on how interior design can responsibly address environmental issues while leveraging the potential of existing buildings. The display underscores efforts to create spaces that are more comfortable, functional, and sustainable. The collaboration provides a creative bridge between contemporary challenges and innovative solutions, with UNS Interior Design’s focus on innovation and sustainability serving as a core part of M Bloc Design Week’s mission.
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