Habitus Podcast

Rezki Dikaputera from @araharsitektur to discuss his journey from nearly becoming a doctor to founding his own architecture studio. The conversation reveals how a chance visit to an architecture exhibition changed his career trajectory, leading him first to Omah Library as a volunteer librarian, then to Budi Lim Architects where he learned the essential of details like door handles and switches.Rezki shares insights on building architectural discourse through his pandemic initiative Rembukars, the meaning behind Arah Arsitektur (finding unique directions for each project), and why conversation is central to architectural practice. His perspective on maintaining curiosity as fuel for creativity and viewing AI as a collaborator rather than threat offers fresh insights for both practitioners and students.What resonates throughout is his belief in finding "sparring partners" - people who challenge your thinking and push you to grow. From his international work at Changi Airport to local residential projects, Rezk