RESIDENTIAL Archives - ETAN Studio

Area : 135 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : August 2022

Location : Jakarta, Indonesia

Amidst the rush and noise outside, a calm ambiance at home has become a bare necessity for a retreat.

The apartment, located just a few minutes’ drive from their workplace and equipped with facilities such as a gym, swimming pool, and library, is within walking distance of the nearest shopping centers and supermarkets. It was offered to them at a discounted price during the pandemic. The reason behind buying this unit in the first place was because of 便宜行事, 恰合時宜 (biàn yí xíng shì, qià hé shí yí). Simply put, at that moment they just acted according to circumstances for the sake of convenient. They were planning to move near their workplace and what this unit offers was just appropriate to the occasion. “It was luck”, they said.

The brief was clear: keep the layout as it is, create ample compartments, and make it warm yet easy to maintain.

To make the limited space feel open and comfortable for daily living, an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area was chosen. This main area is separated from the foyer by a custom-designed partition that aligns with the unit’s overall concept and provides a soft transition from public to private.

In expressing their belief that good luck smoothens our path, the design subtly integrates gentle curves—most visible in furniture edges and circulation—serving as quiet reminders of how this home serendipitously became theirs.

This apartment, though born of chance, is now shaped with intention—a space that shelters calm, holds meaning, and quietly echoes the story of its beginning.

Keywords: Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya

Area : 1,000 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : November 2022

Location : Surabaya, Indonesia

A home should serve as a rejuvenation haven after a long day of activities outside. This is why every house is unique, designed to reflect the needs and character of its residents.

Located within Surabaya’s residential in East Java, Indonesia, stands a family residence designed to foster cohesion and connectivity across generations. The three-story abode is constructed with a commitment to preserving familial bonds and facilitating the seamless transmission of family culture through time.

The ground floor serves as a sanctuary for the esteemed elders—the grandparents—providing easy access and featuring amenities such as a pool and mini gym room to maintain their health. Ascending to the second level reveals a domain tailored to nurturing the second generation—the parents—where contemporary comforts harmonize with familial warmth. Finally, the third story beckons to the youthful energy of the youngest members—the children—offering a dynamic space conducive to entertainment and growth.

Through this intentional architectural stratification, privacy is respectfully upheld for each generation, while the interconnectedness of the family unit is perpetuated, ensuring the enduring legacy of shared stories and cherished memories.

Immersed in a monochromatic ambiance, the residence fosters a tranquil, distraction-free environment, purposefully providing inhabitants with a blank canvas upon which to paint the colors of their daily lives.

Keywords: Architecture, Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya

Area : 500 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : 2023

Location : Kab. Tangerang, Indonesia

From One Corner Onward.

The project began as a modest renovation: the homeowners wished to add height and volume to a corner of their backyard to create a small pavilion for domestic staff. However, as discussions unfolded, the scope gradually expanded. The owners decided to revisit several parts of their home, including two bedrooms, the living and dining areas, and the front section of the house.

We approached the redesign by considering their daily habits—identifying what could be retained, what needed expansion, and where adjustments would bring more clarity and comfort. The goal was to introduce a calm, simple design while reducing visual and spatial clutter throughout the home.

As lifestyles and routines shifted, the former front room—once used to receive guests—was transformed into a music room, enhanced with shelving, a shoe cabinet, and mirrors on the opposite wall. A timber partition subtly separates this space from the living room, allowing light and air to pass through. A blank wall is left open for future use—whether for a TV, artwork, or simply to let the space breathe.

To accommodate a growing family, the dining area was expanded for a 10-person table, with integrated wall cabinetry for added storage.

On the ground floor, the first bedroom features a soft, neutral ambiance. It includes a two-person desk, a compact walk-in closet with a dressing table, and a bay window that brings in daylight while creating a quiet reading nook. This room serves as a flexible space—either for the children when visiting, or as a guest room for their parents.

The second bedroom upstairs is larger but retains a similar soft tone. As an ensuite room, it also includes a desk with ample compartments. The layout is divided into two zones: one for rest, the other for flexible use—allowing the room to evolve with future needs.

Lastly, the previously unused backyard was converted into a dry, covered space with a clear glass roof. It now serves multiple functions—light gardening, home workouts, or casual gatherings—designed to support indoor comfort while maintaining a connection to the outdoors.

Though the project began with a single corner, it gradually unfolded into a broader response to a family’s changing needs—offering a reshaping of space that values flexibility and comfort over time.

Keywords: Architecture, Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya

Area : 50 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : 2021

Location : East Java, Indonesia

Not the dining room, not the living room—this is about the room that connects the family on a much deeper level.

One morning in 2021, a family approached us to help repurpose a room in their house. After hearing the brief and discussing it with them, we agreed to collaborate on reshaping the space.

The main focus was to preserve as many memories as possible—from tiles to ceiling, from materials to colors. The furniture was no exception. All the old pieces that held special meaning for the family were kept in the front area, in their original form and color, while most of the new design took place at the rear in shades of green.

To honor the work of their late carpenter—from the wooden marble desk and white wardrobes to the cabinet—everything was preserved as it was, and only refurbished when necessary.

Divided into front and rear areas—separated and connected by a sliding partition door—this is the room where the family spends most of their time. The rear serves as a bedroom / TV room, while the front functions as a workspace / study room / meeting space / gathering spot / reading area, and occasionally, a dining room.

Once their children’s study room, today it’s where the parents work—and where the children gather when they come home.

Keywords: Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya

Area : 1,000 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : 2023

Location : East Java, Indonesia

The house quietly bridges memory and modern life, honoring the past while embracing the present.

A family with a profound appreciation for wood carving, antiques, and artistic pieces sought our services for the renovation of a single-story house located in East Java, Indonesia. Guided by their nostalgia for bygone eras, this sentiment has become the foundational principle driving the design of the newly renovated mansion, which faithfully preserves the key materials and products left by their ancestors.

Facing west, the elongated terrace with its wooden ceiling is illuminated by the afternoon sun. It serves not only as a relaxation space but also as a welcoming area for guests, positioned on both the left and right sides of the entrance. The design preserves existing features such as the marble columns and window grid.

A new space, known as the glass room, has emerged between the main house and the service building in response to the need for a versatile area that is neither entirely public nor entirely private. This multipurpose space can accommodate sudden office meetings, discussions, or even the reception of specific guests without disrupting the privacy of the occupants in the main house.

The bedroom, their most private space, narrates tales of time through its ceiling ornamentation, the selection of wood, and the array of products juxtaposed against the newly designed space and corridor. This deliberate interplay of old and new serves to portray the passage of time.

Again, the house quietly bridges memory and modern life, honoring the past while embracing the present.

Keywords: Architecture, Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya

Area : 44 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : January 2024

Location : Jakarta, Indonesia

Located in Jakarta, this home enjoys a rare privilege—a serene river view right from the backyard. To make the most of this scenic advantage, we collaborated with the homeowners to transform the rear of the house into a versatile activity room for the whole family.

This back room on the first floor opens directly onto the river-facing yard. Designed with large openings to welcome in natural light, it serves as a multifunctional space where everyone can enjoy the view. A ceiling fan helps keep the room comfortable and breezy, even when the air conditioner is off.

To complement the lush surroundings outside, the interior adopts a neutral, minimal palette—both in color and material—creating a peaceful atmosphere within. It’s a space where parents can work from home or unwind after a long day, while children play, study, or practice the piano, all to the gentle backdrop of the river.

By framing the river view and allowing flexible use, the space becomes both a design response and a lived experience.

Keywords: Architecture, Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya