Hilmi Dzakaaul Islam, S.Ds., M.Ds.

An interdisciplinary interior designer and researcher with a focus on Environmental Design, the study of Human Behavior in space, and the preservation of Cultural Heritage in the built environment. I explore how physical environments affect psychological responses and user experiences, designing spaces that are not only functional and sustainable but also emotionally resonant and culturally respectful. My work emphasizes the connection between people, place, and memory—aiming to create interiors that are both contextually meaningful and behaviorally adaptive.

Environmental & Contextual Design: Skilled in designing interiors that respond to natural, social, and built environments with a focus on sustainability and spatial harmony.

Behavioral Analysis in Design: Expertise in applying environmental psychology to understand user interaction, spatial perception, and well-being in various interior settings.

Cultural Heritage & Interior Interpretation: Experience in researching and translating cultural values, vernacular elements, and traditional spatial practices into contemporary interior design.

Cross-Disciplinary Research: Active in collaborative projects connecting design, anthropology, and urban studies to support culturally rooted, human-centered environments.

Educational & Community Engagement: Passionate about using design as a tool for cultural education, identity preservation, and environmental awareness.