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Wyndham Casablanca Jakarta Unveils the Casablanca Suite: A Jakarta Classic, Reborn
Wyndham Casablanca Jakarta’s stylish new Casablanca Suite is breathing new life to this classic city hotel. Clichéd as it may sound, the only constant in Jakarta is change. The city grows and reinvents itself at breakneck speed, with trends appearing and disappearing almost overnight. Yet such constant transformation can blur identity and push even established
Cikini 82: Exploring the House Where the Republic Was Born
When passing the main road of Cikini, it is almost impossible to miss Cikini 82 with its tall trellis gate and the unmistakable facade of Dutch colonial architecture. With its expansive veranda, framed by wooden pillars exuding a style often found in many Betawi and Javanese houses, this property stands as a monumental anchor between
Design That Wakes Us Up: Dit Réveille’s Journey from Plastic Scraps to Modern Furniture
Out of sight, out of mind, waste continues to pile up indefinitely in Jakarta’s landfills. A silent and growing giant of environmental despair. One Depok-born furniture brand responds to this call with a mission to encourage people to confront the reality of climate change and reimagine the role of waste in everyday life. By recasting
A New Green Sanctuary in West Jakarta: Taman Doa Kasih Mulia Sejati
What began as an idea for the 25th anniversary celebration of Yayasan Kasih Mulia Sejati has become one of West Jakarta’s most gentle surprises. On the quiet stretch of Jalan Pakis Raya, Bojong Indah, the foundation built Taman Doa Kasih Mulia Sejati, a thoughtfully designed urban oasis that invites reflection and renewal. This 5,000-square-metre garden
Jullien: A Parisian Pause in Jakarta
Tucked just behind Galeries Lafayette at Pacific Place Mall, Jullien catches the eye with its distinctive façade. Its brushed bronze canopy curves like the hull of a vintage train, the deep tones and metallic lines recalling a Paris of another era. Step inside and you’re met with the ease of a French bistro, without ever
Life Bursts in ‘A Gentle Eruption’ by Carissa Finneren
In her debut solo work titled “A Gentle Eruption,” Carissa Finneren writes through the in-between, where memory and emotion quietly unravel in the search for home. It often starts with a memory. Something small, like a popsicle dripping down your fingers, the lowing of cows in the neighbourhood, or the sand between your toes on
Oma Huis: A Return to Grandma’s House
Slip off Cikajang Street on an ordinary weekday morning and you could almost miss it, if not for the distinctive, chalky broken-white Indische colonial façade. A two-storey house in weathered limewash, wooden windows flung open, and a balcony running the full width of the upper floor. Step inside, follow the half-corridor, half-courtyard passage, and the
Top Sports Recovery Treatments in Jakarta: Saunas, Cold Plunges, Assisted Stretch & More
Any athlete or trainer worth their salt will preach the importance of rest and recovery. The temptation to go hell-for-leather seven days a week only leads to physical burn out, which is why seasoned sports enthusiasts will make sure they’ve scheduled some kind of recovery practice into their regime. This doesn’t work against progress, but
From Clubs to Courts: The Rise of Social Sports in Jakarta
Social sports are gaining pace in Jakarta, hinting at a major lifestyle shift in the city. The nightlife in Jakarta was brought to a halt when the pandemic struck. Now, five years on, the much‑anticipated resurgence of neon‑lit dance floors has yet to materialise; instead, the spotlight has shifted to padel courts, golf courses and
Beyond the Trends: Subeng Klasik’s Case on Why Heritage is Timeless
When it comes to jewellery, value is often measured by the weight of gold, the size of a stone, or the sway of trends. Yet on Benda Street in Kemang, one jeweller quietly resists this tide. When interests are easily influenced by what’s new, Subeng Klasik walks the other way– deliberate, grounded, and unapologetically Indonesian.
The Crown Jewel of British Cuisine Arrives in Jakarta
British and Indonesian cuisines might not have much in common, but the essence of comfort food runs deep in both culinary traditions. For a chef like Kirk Westaway, reimagining timeless heritage with a contemporary touch is part of his mission. And now we can experience it firsthand with the arrival of The Crown by Kirk
Lights, Camera, Action! Australian Independent School Jakarta Hosts Immersive Film Festival
In today’s digital era, visual storytelling has become the universal language of the new generation. At the Australian Independent School (AIS) in Pejaten, South Jakarta, creating space for young filmmakers to explore their craft and share their work is essential. This is shown through their recent AIS Film Festival, an immersive weeks-long event that gives
Natasha Tontey Explores the Roots of Ritual
Indigenous rituals and practices are often taken out of context, exploited or exhibited for their aesthetic and exotic appeal. In reality, such traditions are rooted in ancient wisdom and a cultural identity that tells a much deeper story. This is a message that contemporary artist Natasha Tontey conveys through her art. Tontey reclaims her Minahasan
