From Traditional Geometry to Contemporary Space Design: Pattern-Based Learning Process in Interior Architecture Education

Abstract Geometric compositions in the understanding of ornamentation, which serve functions such as identification, identification and discrimination, have given their most original examples in Islamic art. As carriers of traditional aesthetics, these patterns inspire contemporary design not only visually but also conceptually. This study explores how interior design undergraduates reinterpret geometric motifs and transform them into original spatial forms using modern design principles. Within the “Traditional Ornamentation Techniques” course, students developed digital and physical prototypes based on triangle-based geometric patterns. The study analyzed the studio process, which includes pattern creation, material interpretation, prototyping, and integration into the digital space through artificial intelligence. Students’ development of geometric thinking, their ability to translate cultural references into contemporary solutions, and their creative use of digital technologies were evaluated. Findings demonstrate that reinterpreting traditional motifs through contemporary materials, technologies, and spatial contexts supports cultural sustainability. Overall, the study shows that combining tradition and innovation enhances cultural awareness, aesthetic sensitivity, and creative problem-solving in design education.