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Life Outside
Indoor-outdoor spaces, eclectic furniture and art, and of course an abundance of ceramic characterise the tropical Ubud home of Gaya Ceramic and Design’s founders
An Urban Stilt House in Surabaya
We speak with interior designer Michael Lauw about a recently completed residential project in Surabaya, Indonesia, for which he combined traditional Menadonese stilt house vernacular with contemporary interior elements
This Jakarta Home is a Family Affair
This light-filled retreat in Jakarta was a labour of love for Studio Getty, designed for Stephanie Getty's sister and her family, and with elements produced in their father's woodworking shop
Watch: Andra Matin Talks Architecture
On the occasion of his retrospective exhibition, titled Prihal: arsitektur andramatin, we had the opportunity to sit down with respected Indonesian architect Andra Matin at his Jakarta home to learn more about his philosophy and approach
A Brutalist Concrete Beauty in Bali’s Canggu
Bold Brutalist forms are melded with tropical flair in this split- level family home located amid the rice fields of Canggu
One Fifteenth Opens its Fifth Location in Jakarta
Designed by ZXC Studio, One Fifteenth Coffee’s newest venue on Jakarta’s vibrant Jalan Senopati reflects the specialty coffee and restaurant brand’s understated, craft-oriented aesthetic. Here, designer Zhi Xiong Chan talks to us about his approach, which centred on using bespoke woven rattan to create a charming atmosphere that suits both casual coffee drinking and more intimate dining
The Bali Home Bordering the Jungle
An Ubud home by architect Maximilian Jencquel is one step up from spectacular, full of jungle views and artisanal interiors
A Lush Cafe in Pererenan
Human Bean takes advantage of its coastal location among vibrant green rice fields and fruit trees, serving up ingredients-focused fare and specialty coffee under a semi-open pergola
Tropical Al Fresco Dining at Parachute, Bali
Parachute is a bakery, deli and farm-to-table restaurant located in the paddy fields of Berawa, Bali. Zhi Xiong Chan of ZXC Studio tells us more about his approach to designing the project
Andra Matin: The Happening
Prihal: arsitektur andramatin offers a comprehensive overview of Indonesian luminary architect Andra Matin’s oeuvre, and an intimate view of his studio culture
A Spacious Jakarta Penthouse
Yuni Jie of Jie Design speaks with our editor-in-chief about a recent penthouse project in the Indonesian capital
A Conversation with Zhi Xiong Chan of ZXC Studio
Young designer Zhi Xiong Chan of ZXC Studio studied at the Architectural Association School of Architecture and went on to work with design luminaries like Kengo Kuma, Klein Dytham and Universal Design Studio before setting up his own Bali-based practice. We had the chance to speak with him about his design of multi-brand boutique Escalier in the Potato Head Beach Club complex in Seminyak, Bali
Rhythm of the Seas
For generations, Bali has enchanted visitors with its magical mix of year-long sun, satin nights, surf, colourful temple festivals and its eternal tableau: jade green splashes across a landscape of rice terraces, and gently tiered pagodas framed by an aquamarine sky. Little wonder that it remains a touchstone for those looking to create an escape from their quotidian lives
In Pictures: Iyashi House by Pranala Associates
In designing Iyashi House in West Java’s lively capital of Bandung, local architecture and interior design practice Pranala Associates explored the ways that a contemporary Indonesian home can incorporate and reflect Indonesians’ close relationship with nature, and the result is a contemporary structure for tropical courtyard living
An Island Villa and Buzzing Beach Club Hotel in Bali
One on Nusa Lembongan, the other in one of Bali’s coolest areas, Mandala.The Bay. and The Clubhouse at Ulu are both idyllic outposts for the discerning traveller
Home Is Where the Art Is
Blending art, design and lifestyle, the TONYRAKA Gallery and Art Lounge is an oasis of creativity. We spoke with second-generation owner Tony Hartawan about his vision for the space and insights into the Balinese art scene
Endless Summer at Uluwatu Surf Villas
Alexis Dornier has designed three striking villas on Bali’s Bukit Peninsula that marry traditional Indonesian architecture and materials with mid-century modern design, and beautifully embody the laid-back culture and ethos of the area
Modern Tropical Design Blends with Local Elements in Surabaya
The RR House is a serene home where every element is designed around family and the location’s tropical climate
An Art-Filled Retreat in Downtown Jakarta
The Alila SCBD brings art and design together, from Asia and abroad
A Sprawling Vacation Home with a View
SAOTA’s first project in Bali blends traditional and contemporary sensibilities in a unique response to vacation home typology