| Title |
Influencing Factors, Resources and Implementation Status of Do-it-yourself Interior Design in Young (20s and 30s) Single-Households in Metropolitan Seoul |
| DOI |
http://doi.org/10.14774/JKIID.2020.29.3.132 |
| Keywords |
DIY Interior Design; Showroom; 20’s; 30’s; Single Household |
| Abstract |
Do-it-yourself (DIY) interior design or ‘self-interior design’ as it is called in Korea, is defined as the remodeling of interior spaces by consumers without expert help, usually their homes. This study analyzed the influencing factors, resources, and implementation status of DIY interior design among young (20s and 30s) single-households in metropolitan Seoul. The research methodology included a literature review, field research at six DIY-interiordesign- related showrooms, and an online survey questionnaire that was conducted from Feb 28 to March 5, 2020. Of the 540 surveys collected, 519 were included in the analysis. The reasons for undertaking DIY interior design were to express beauty and personality; economic considerations and functionality were less important.
Experience was considered important. Field observations found that the self-interior showroom exhibited large samples and ‘package products’ with model spaces, while workshops were limited to making small DIY objects.
Compared to respondents in their 20s, respondents in their 30s tended to visit showrooms more frequently. The goal of the visit was to obtain ideas, acquire product information, and purchase products. Most had DIY-interiordesign experience and were satisfied with the results. There was no correlation between DIY-interior-design experience and home ownership. Respondents intended to participate in workshops on interior coordination and woodworking. The DIY-interior-design market in metropolitan Seoul is likely to grow, driven by high interest among young single households and an increasing stock of old housing. I recommend that diverse workshop classes be held, and that more spatial experts participate in DIY-interior-design. Guidelines should be prepared to cover safety and dispute prevention in private rental housing. |