Implementation of Eco-Interior Cafe Design in The New-Normal Era in Malang City

Abstract

Cafe interior design that supports health protocols in new normal conditions will be essential to keep cafes safe to visit. In this new-normal era, the implementation of good circulation for public areas is critical and has become one of the main concerns of cafe visitors. Good circulation is one aspect of the eco- interior concept that existed before the pandemic. Eco-interior is an interior building concept that emphasizes sustainability and the reciprocal relationship between humans and the surrounding environment. This study aims to determine the considerations of visitors in choosing an indoor or outdoor café to be visited in the new-normal era. The case study that will be analyzed is a cafe in Malang City, which is still in demand by visitors in the new-normal period. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. Research data were obtained through field studies, interviews and questionnaires. As a result, most visitors choose to visit cafes with outdoor or semi-outdoor areas with smooth air circulation compared to cafes in indoor spaces. From the analysis results based on the eco interior parameters, the application of ventilation in the café is at the ideal stage, while the pollution control in the café area is a substantial effort.