Interior Design Proposal for a Rural Tourism Center as Sustainable Development in Jordan (Al Fuheis Farm Case Study)

Mayyadah Fahmi  Hussein; Abdullah  Alhag Eid; Aseel  Al-Ayash

doi:10.35516/hum.v51i5.4057

Authors

Mayyadah Fahmi Hussein Department of Interior Design, Faculty of Architecture and Design, University of Petra, Amman, Jordan https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5459-0905
Abdullah Alhag Eid Department of Interior Design, Faculty of Architecture and Design, University of Petra, Amman, Jordan
Aseel Al-Ayash Department of Architectural and Interior Design Engineering, College of Engineering, Gulf University, Sanad 26489, AL Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2245-7445

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35516/hum.v51i5.4057

Keywords:

Interior Design, Rural Tourism Center, Sustainable Development

Abstract

Objectives: This research aims to propose the establishment of a rural tourism center in one of the small farms in Fuheis, Jordan, offering diverse activities. It also seeks to promote sustainable development encompassing social, economic, and environmental aspects in Jordan.

Method: The study evaluates the experiences of rural tourism in Al Fuheis using a descriptive-analytical approach. Data collection employs a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, including an online questionnaire that gathered responses from 138 participants of varying genders, consisting of 12 questions. Simultaneously, a qualitative approach is employed through a case study involving a semi-structured interview with the farm owner. The design was executed using engineering software such as AutoCAD, 3D Max, and Photoshop between 2020 and 2021.

Results: The quantitative results indicate higher response rate from residents of larger cities compared to those from rural areas. A significant portion of the surveyed population is aware of the concept and activities associated with rural tourism, with a preference for natural events over cultural events, and historical events being the least favored. The qualitative results provide a set of indicators that inform the proposal of interior design drawings for a rural tourism center at the farm.

Conclusions: Al-Fuheis farm presents an excellent site for successful rural tourism projects due to its proximity to handicraft and traditional food manufacturing areas. It also encourages ongoing leisure activities, attracting tourists, creating new opportunities for local farmers and artisans, and generating employment for the surrounding communities.

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