Saumya Khimesara

IR3596

The project explores the value enhancement strategies of ageing and weathering in interior architecture. It challenges the prevailing belief that material ageing detracts from the value of space and identifies different design approaches to value enhancement, including Ruination. The study examines the application of Ruination in contemporary interior architecture and evaluates the decay effect on value enhancement. The research also highlights the emotional connection and historical significance of aged and weathered materials, arguing that such materials create positive emotional responses from occupants and enhance the user experience. The study emphasises preserving the past and promoting sustainability by reusing and repurposing materials.