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by Anushka Sharma Sep 15, 2025
Turning discarded plastic, glass, textiles and bamboo into functional objects, the collection blends circular design with local craft to reimagine waste as a material of the future.
by Srishti Ojha Sep 08, 2025
The fair’s inaugural edition, with the theme Bridging Dichotomies, celebrates Balinese philosophy, Indonesian artists and Southeast Asian art with a sustainable twist.
by Aarthi Mohan Mar 15, 2025
A rural chapel near Bogor in Indonesia redefines religious architecture, inviting reflection through its delicate balance of openness and intimacy.
by Ranjana Dave Feb 07, 2025
'Becoming Lim Tze Peng' at the National Gallery Singapore presents an expansive body of work by the Singaporean artist, who passed away earlier this week.
by Aarthi Mohan Jan 23, 2025
The pavilion design combines community farming, eco-friendly materials and education for a sustainable future in Jakarta, Indonesia.
by Manu Sharma Dec 29, 2024
STIRred 2024: STIR rounds up some of the most promising art spaces in the region, highlighting what they have to offer.
by Nikitha Sunil Nov 15, 2024
Architect Arthur Mamou-Mani creates a 30-metre-high rattan and ironwood tower that adapts, transforms and tells the story of Bali through cultural symbolism and AI-driven generative art.
by Nikitha Sunil Jul 30, 2024
Evocative of the wabi-sabi philosophy, The Free Bird Project by Alexis Dornier Makings is a serene residential retreat closely linked to its surroundings.
by Akash Singh Oct 30, 2023
'The Loop' by Alexis Dornier is an unconventionally designed residence that is shaped like an infinity symbol and provides panoramic views of the lush landscape around.
by Dhwani Shanghvi Oct 24, 2023
The hospitality design of the Merlot Pods facilitates public-private engagement through the addition of an intermediary outdoor space between the street and the shop, in Indonesia.
by Jerry Elengical Dec 25, 2022
Best of 2022: STIR presents exemplary projects from across the archipelagic nation of Indonesia, highlighting the diversity of its built environment and architectural traditions.
by Sunena V Maju Nov 14, 2022
For Clan Living–The Founder Ubud, Ruang Nyaman employs bamboo architecture to design a micro-living space for the digital nomads, combining the comforts of working and vacation.
by Zohra Khan Oct 01, 2022
Illustrated by products, installations and artworks, the exhibition titled N*thing is Possible traces the zero-waste journey of hospitality brand Potato Head.
by STIRworld Jul 18, 2022
Appearing to be floating above the ground, Birdhouses by Alexis Dornier is a stilted spectacle of tropical modernism in the tranquil rainforests of Bali.
by Pallavi Mehra May 20, 2022
Casa Nomada Bali, designed by Erika Calle Crespo and Marco Haberberger, showcases Mediterranean interiors and features a biophilic design aesthetic.
by Jincy Iype Apr 08, 2022
Designer Maximilian Eicke builds Dukuh Haus, his unique Bali dreamhome in tandem with designing all sculptural pieces of furniture, products and accessories that reside inside.
by Anmol Ahuja Feb 26, 2022
Designed by western Java based PSA Studio, the WYAH Art and Creative Space is centred around inducing a relationship with nature for its patrons in lush forested confines.
by Zohra Khan Dec 31, 2021
STIR looks back at five projects that demonstrated intriguing applications of this woody grass in the areas of architecture, interior design, and temporary urban spaces.
by Jerry Elengical Oct 11, 2021
Nestled into the sloping terrain of Ubud in Bali, Indonesia, this two-storey mansion offers a luxurious private stay for tourists, complete with an overhanging infinity pool.
by Jerry Elengical Aug 23, 2021
Nestled near the Balinese town of Ubud, this holiday home clad in traditional kerobokan stone features a grid shell roof with sinuous geometries.
by Anmol Ahuja Aug 17, 2021
Building on their own unique design vocabulary, the Indonesia-based green design practice imparts lightweight structural brilliance to their newest addition at the world renowned school.
by Meghna Mehta May 04, 2020
Designed by architect Nic Brunsdon in Tejakula district of Bali, The Tiing draws its name from local word meaning bamboo, with the site framing views of both the mountains and the sea.
by Zohra Khan Oct 22, 2019
Uluwatu House by SAOTA puts a contemporary spin to the vernacular architecture of Bali, bringing courtyards, gardens and green terraces to blend with the built fabric.
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