Habitus Podcast

Manson Koh, founder of Odeya Doors (IG: @odeya_doors), grew up around doors when his parents started A&F Doors Enterprise when he was 7 years old. A bass guitar player by passion, Manson toured as bassist in a band when he graduated from Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore. After 14 years in the music industry, he made the decision to continue his parents' legacy, and started Odeya Doors. Find out more about his decision in this podcast! Odeya Doors is a custom timber doors supplier in Malaysia and Singapore with access to a wide variety of materials and designs. Having over 30 years of experience as a timber doors manufacturer under the name A&F Doors Enterprise in Malaysia focusing development projects, Odeya Doors was being set up in 2019 as an extension, venturing into overseas markets to explore a wider range of opportunity and creativity abroad. We seek to participate in creative projects, and we are excited about the potential in such projects! More importantly we see what we manufacture is more

"You can eat donuts!" - Anita Boentarman Anita Boentarman (IG: @anitaboentarman) is the founder of Rumah Yoga and Namaste Festival,  Indonesia's largest Yoga Festival with a mission to increase the awareness of yoga, healing, and wellbeing into the lifestyle of Indonesian people. She is also an interior designer and the founder of PT. Millenia Tata Aria. In this remote podcast session, we talked about how to bring about positivism and balance through yoga, her influence in design from attending college in Universitas Indonesia and in New England, and the history of ID12 when it was formed 12 years ago. Enjoy! PT. Millenia Tata Aria Jalan Bangka Raya No. 115 Kemang, Jakarta Selatan CP : +62217192573 / +622171792440

A conversation with Inka Dharmawan (IG: @inkadh) of Dharmawan Group (IG: @dharmawangroup) and Kezia Karin (IG: @keziakarin). We discussed about staying active, busy and productive during the covid pandemic, getting new inspirations while being isolated at home, and netflix shows (including... yes! Crash Landing on You!). enjoy!

This is a remote podcast with Hendi Anshori (IG: @hendianshori), Sales Manager of Imported furniture showroom Vastuhome (IG: @vastuhome). We discussed about the Vastuhome and its history, working from home during the covid pandemic, his humble beginning as a salesman, and his perspective on the furniture industry in Indonesia. Enjoy!

A conversation with Rico Sugiarto of Giat Architect.

Konner. A unity between archi and art. Born to unite the requirements of architects and designers, Konner represents the cornerstone in door hardware. The Konner hardware series provides both architects and designers with equipment which not only provides a lifetime of assurance but also a symphony of design. This is a conversation surrounding Konner door hardware, between Swamitra Dermawan (IG: @swamitra_himself) from Konner (IG: @konner.precision) and this episode's host Jey Nelson (IG: @jeynelson).   www.konnerprecision.com

"Justru enjoy-nya itu di prosesnya..." - Randy Halim Randy Halim (IG: @randyhal) is the founder, and the architect of of Rand Hal Architecture and Interior Design  (IG: @randhal.id). He graduated from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.. In this podcast, Randy shares his thoughts about the interior design trends and also tips to keep his designs fresh, relevant yet stood the test of time.

A conversation with Adria Ricardo at Bintaro Design District showcase #38 Genang. This is our first podcast outdoors, recorded with an iPhone. We talked about Inclusivity and the idea behind Genang. I hope you enjoyed our short conversation with Ricardo, as we enjoyed recording it!

Recorded live at Hospitality Design Inside Out Jakarta: A presentation and QnA session with Santi Alaysius and Hamphrey Tedja from Domisilium Studio. Besides a funny interaction with a couple of attendance, the content here is absolutely incredible. So much insights with hotel design, and dove deep into a number of topics, including how designers work with vendors (because you’ll never know what’s going to happen with projects) and how to measure ROI with influencer marketing. You’re not gonna want to miss this one! Hosted by @Galleria.idn @Adoramaphoto Supported by @habitus.concept

Presentations by Rex of Galleria, Albert Gunawan of Adorama Photo, and Swamitra Dermawan of Habitus Concept. This is a prelude to Hospitality Design Inside Out featuring Santi Alaysius and Hamphrey Tedja of Domisilium Studio.  Recorded live at Jakarta Design Center, November 21st, 2019.

A conversation with Hernan Rimba of Rimba Construction. We discuss the history of Rimba Construction and its construction philosophies.

Occasional painter and university guest lecturer. Born in 1983 in Jakarta, a graduate from Visual Communication Design - Bandung Institute of Technology in 2005 receiving 2nd place of Ganesha Prize. Having worked for Total Design (Amsterdam) in 2004, Leo Burnett Design and Ogilvy One (Jakarta) respectively from 2005 - 2007 and done in-resident workshops with Prof. Ahn Sang Soo and Kim Do-Hyung (Seoul) in 2010, Makoto Saito (Tokyo) in 2011, and poster exhibition workshops UG. Sato (Tokyo - No More Fukushima/Kuwasawa Design School) in 2011, and Kan Tai Keung (Shanghai - Shanghai State Library/Shanghai 1st Visual Design Biennial) in 2011. Being the first Indonesian whose works have been exhibited in Paris La Fête du Graphisme (The Graphic Art Festival) and some prestigious museums such as The Museum of Modern Art Toyama, The Poster Museum Warsaw, Poster Museum Lahti, Hong Kong Heritage Museum in international poster biennials and triennials worldwide, as well as other international graphic design exhibitions. So

A conversation with Mario Utama (IG: @marioutama) of Rubicube Creative (IG: @rubicubecreative). Mario pursued BFA in Graphic Design in Academy of Art University (San Francisco) and MBA at University of San Francisco. He started his design journey at the global leader branding firm Landor Associates before founded Rubicube Creative in Jakarta. Rubicube creative is a branding and design consultant that was founded in 2008 which specializes in brand strategy, identity system, and digital interface. Its clients include but not limited to World Bank Group, Telkom Indonesia, Nestle, BMW, East Ventures, MidPlaza holding, Ciputra Group, Fore Coffee among others. In this podcast we discussed about research and strategies for brand sustainability and growth. Business inquiry: Rubicube Creative Mall of Indonesia Blok J23 Jakarta Utara 1240 Phone: 021.4586.7818 Email: mario@rubic3.com www.rubic3.com

A Conversation with Hardy Satya of Blackwood (IG: @blackwood.co.id). Hardy started Blackwood in Los Angeles, CA back in 2006. In this podcast he shares about how he transition his idealism of American quality furniture while having the production process entirely in Indonesia.  Business Inquiry: Blackwood Maker of Fine Furniture Jl. Bangka Raya no 45 Kemang-Jakarta +6221-718138 hello@blackwood.co.id www.blackwood.co.id

This episode is powered by @7speedcoffee. A conversation with Alvin T (IG: @alvin_t) hosted by Eko Priharseno (IG: @priharseno). We discussed about the growth and the challenges of creative industry in Indonesia, and how the education system is required to make adjustments in the industry's rapid change. Born in 1983, Alvin Tjitrowirjo is a graduate of RMIT University, Melbourne and IED European Design Labs where he obtained his Bachelor of Industrial Design and Master of Arts in Product Design respectively. In 2006, Alvin established his own furniture design company, alvinT, followed by a brief stint with world-renowned designer, Marcel Wanders in 2009. His work has been exhibited in various international exhibitions including Asian Star in Singapore, Asia Talents in Bangkok, Ambiente Messe Frankfurt and Salone del Mobile Milan. Fun fact: we experienced power blackout halfway through. But that did not stop us to record thoughts and perspectives through a regular mac's mic. Hope you had good perspectives

Balagi & Dilmoni is an Indonesian furniture company and brand, which is specialized in designing and producing superb quality of handmade-handwoven lifestyle furniture. The company is established in 2015 unifying two local furniture factories, PT. Balagi Rattan and PT. Dilmoni Citra Mebel Indonesia, which have shared 40 years of experience in designing, producing and supplying the world with outstanding handwoven furniture quality. Business inquiry: info@balagi-dilmoni.com Phone showroom: +62 21 7193639 Address Showroom : Jalan Kemang Raya No. 31, Jakarta Selatan, 12730

“Design itu adalah hidup, design itu adalah art.. if you want to live to the fullest, you have to know your inner art” – Iklim Tan Iklim Tanumihardja (IG: @iklimtan) is the founder and the principal of Aurasia Design. Iklim went to Universitas Atmajaya and Universitas Indonesia.  Upon finishing up his bachelor degree, he worked at a contractor company where he learned and executed all aspects of building, and even won projects by memorizing the entire building blueprints. His design and architecture hallmark is sustainability in minimizing environmental impacts through efficiency and moderation in use of materials, development space, and the ecosystem at large. His portfolio include but not limited to MD Tower Kuningan, Condotel TB Simatupang, Green Lake Residence Gresik, MSJ Slipi, H Island Beach Club, Design Center Serpong, Mau C Hostel Tokyo, to name some. Enjoy the episode, as we enjoyed producing it!  Business inquiry: Aurasia Design www.aurasiadesign.com Komplek STS, Sunter Agung, Jakarta Utar

"Bangunan di PIK itu mahalnya adalah di tiang pancang... karena bangun rumah di tanah yang bekas rawa." - Winny Wijaya We talked to Winny Wijaya (IG: @winnyelw) of OMA Architect (IG: @oma.architecture). It is an architect firm based in Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta. We got connected over instagram, collaborated for a project. But interestingly enough, we never met  until we got together to record for this episode. We discussed about: 1. The importance of lighting -- (tip: rose gold lighting works well in fashion retail). 2. Foundation and structural importance in building houses in Pantai Indah Kapuk and Pantai Mutiara. 3. Individual branding for each projects, in the form of comic books. 4. The benefit of starting out as a contractor before moving forward to become an architect or interior designer. Enjoy! For further inquiry, please visit OMA Architect Rukan Eksklusif Bukit Golf Mediterania Blok E no.36 Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta Utara 14470 website: www.architecture.omaindonesia.com instagram.com/o

"Videography is like war journalism... you have to prepare for anything. Keep smiling, you don't have to worry about the situation..ease up the tension, isolate the problem because you can't put the problem and the solution in the same room."- Jey Nelson A conversation with videographer Jey Nelson (IG: @jeynelson) about his works and perspectives. He holds an Electrical Engineering degree but found out his calling in videography. Slowly but surely, he is making a living in visual wedding industry as well as architecture videography. On this episode we talked about: 1. Making great videos with limited equipments, 2. Making the famous The Colours of Indonesia hyperlapse video. 3. Thoughts about social media ads efficiency in 2019, 4. Cycling skills that require discipline, organization, leadership, which applicable in everyday life. Jey runs his podcast channel called TOMBOLMERAHBUNDAR on Spotify and Apple Podcast.   I hope you enjoy it! For inquiry, contact: Jey Nelson (IG: @jeynelson) +62-822-1

"The door size follows the hardware, not the hardware follow the door size" - Swamitra Habitus In this episode, we discussed about common door hardware problems, collaboration with Elmes Union Japan and Miwa Locks Japan, the making of the Sayap Handles (listen to #habituspodcast Ep. 15 & 20 ), and Habitus vision to promote Indonesian design to the world.  Hosted by Jey Nelson.