Journal
Field notes on tropical architecture, passive design, and material research from Bali.
Urban Design
LOKA+: From Movement to Encounter on Jakarta’s River Edge
LOKA+ turns a Jakarta river edge into a shaded, adaptable public terrace where ecology, daily movement, and everyday encounters can meet.
Building in Bali
What to Ask a Bali Architect Before You Sign
Hiring an architect in Bali? The questions that reveal how a studio really works — process, supervision, drawings, and the red flags to catch early.
Passive Architecture
How to Build a Bali Home That Stays Cool Without the Air Conditioning Bill
Dreaming of building a home in Bali? Here’s how good design keeps a house naturally cool — lower bills, better air, and rooms that feel good to live in.
Sustainable Materials
Engineered Bamboo vs. Raw Bamboo in Bali: A Material Researcher’s Field Notes
An architect and material researcher compares raw and engineered bamboo for Bali builds — durability, treatment, structural data, cost, and when to use each.