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
Meet the Makers: Drinks Edition
Sip on something locally-brewed, crafted by local Jakartans to share their love for Indonesian ingredients, support local producers, and simply bring something completely fresh and innovative to the market. From fruit wines to infused sodas, these two local drinks producers have found their way into bars, cafés and kitchens across the city, and are as
Meet the Makers: Food Edition
Developing alongside Indonesia’s burgeoning culinary industry are the country’s food producers. With consumers becoming increasingly conscious of where their food comes from, locally produced goods are gaining popularity, with qualities rising enough to pique the interest of premium hospitality venues and even overseas interest. Two unique brands are shifting the status of Indonesian produce, one
Ki.Basic: Carrying Culture, Weaving Meaning
From its indigenous roots to its transformation into a contemporary fashion statement, the noken is more than just a bag. In the hands of Ki.Basic, this traditional woven bag from Papua has evolved into a stylish and meaningful fashion item that invites modern consumers to experience the cultural journey and philosophy behind each piece. Photos
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.
Biomaterials, Brewed Better: Bell Living Lab’s Innovative Use of Coffee Byproducts
Most wouldn’t think twice about the pulp left behind after brewing coffee, which is usually discarded without a second thought. But for Bell Living Lab, waste isn’t waste at all; it’s raw potential waiting to be turned into something valuable. This Bandung-based biomaterials producer is quietly reshaping the materials industry by taking agricultural waste and
Made by Margaret Yap: Shaping Stories and Purpose with Clay
6th-century Chinese philosopher Laozi, in his book Tao Te Ching, once said, “The potter shapes clay into vessels; on the wheel of life, we too are formed, bearing both beauty and purpose.” For Margaret Yap and Steven The – founders of Made by Margaret Yap Pottery-Ceramic Art Studio – like humans, pottery should be valued not
SukkhaCitta: Securing the Roots of Fashion
The proverb “it takes a village” rings true for more things than just raising a child. In the case of Indonesia’s most sustainable fashion brand, SukkhaCitta, it is in the villages where real positive impact can be made. Here is how a ‘farm-to-closet’ philosophy changed fashion’s relationship with nature, culture and community.The modern fashion industry
Beema Honey: Cultivating the Health Benefits of Indonesia’s Wild Bees
Intrigued by the potential health benefits of honey, Fransisca Natalia and Jeremy Cooper delved deeper into nature’s own sweetener. In their search for natural honey, they were surprised to find so few Indonesian-sourced products, leading them to start Beema Honey. Their journey in this new field began an eye-opening discovery into the magic of bees,
Indonesia’s Upcycling Artisans: Turning Trash Into Treasure
The quote “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” perfectly captures the essence of these artisan shops. Transforming waste into sophisticated, high-quality goods is no easy feat, yet these shops have embraced the challenge by repurposing what was considered waste materials and establishing businesses that are not only environmentally-friendly but also purposefully sustainable. Popsiklus Popsiklus
Time, The Forgotten Ingredient
Taking inspiration from traditional kitchen processes, artisanal food company Crafted With Time brings back the magic of fermentation, harnessing the power of time to create restaurant-grade flavour-makers that pack a punch. Most Indonesians are aware that tempeh is made through fermentation, but many are less familiar with the widespread use of this ancient method in
Waste Not, Want Not: Crafting Furniture and Fashion from Agroforestry Waste with MYCL
In Bandung, a groundbreaking biotech company is redefining sustainability and innovation. Mycotech Lab, better known just as MYCL, transforms agroforestry waste into valuable mycelium materials, more commonly known as the roots of mushrooms, which are used in a wide range of products. These include shoes, wallets, jackets, wall tiles, countertops, tables, chairs, bricks, and various
PALAPA Nutmeg Liqueur, a Taste of Indonesia in a Bottle
In recent years, we have seen the rise of locally-produced alcohol in Indonesia. From craft gins to coffee liqueurs, creative minds have infused ingredients from the archipelago to create one-of-a-kind tipples, bridging the gap between nature and innovation. One example is PALAPA Nutmeg Liqueur, a smooth and refreshing blend of Balinese arak infused with nutmeg
