Sarah Rahman’s career trajectory epitomizes the fusion of creativity and academia in interior design. As a lecturer at Universiti Teknologi MARA, she imparts her insights to budding designers, drawing from her own journey, which began with a Master’s in Interior Design from the Royal College of Art in 2017. Sarah’s talent earned her recognition, including the prestigious Best Drawing Award and the Dean’s Prize nomination.
Upon her return to Malaysia, Sarah founded Studio Andragogy, a design-led studio practice where she cultivates an environment where design pragmatics and education intersect.
Specialising in retail and commercial ventures, the studio also delves into art and design installations, exemplified by the Niko Neko Matcha Paper Installation, meticulously assembled by hand, piece by torn piece. Noteworthy among her recent endeavours is the collaboration with Gamuda Gardens for the Rhythm Fiesta event, wherein Sarah's studio conceived a captivating hanging backdrop incorporating fabrics, lighting hues, and effects.
Currently, Sarah is spearheading a project for the Malaysian Timber Council, designing the NilamPuri timber furniture collection inspired by the architectural heritage of Masjid Kampung Tua in Kelantan. With sustainability as a driving force, the collection aims to reduce fast furniture waste while offering modular solutions for various living spaces and is set to debut this year.