Architecture in Jakarta

Architecture in Jakarta

From Kompas

The physical development in Jakarta -- Jl. Jenderal Sudirman, Jl. Gatot Subroto and Casablanca areas -- is amazing. High-rise buildings with various architectural designs and functions are found in these areas. Unfortunately, all the buildings look similar to ones we find in other countries like Tokyo, Hong Kong or New York. And none of the buildings -- hotels, apartments, and shopping centers etc. -- reflects Indonesia's traditional architecture. Each building has its own exclusive architectural design, which does not contribute to harmony.

However, it is not too late to do something about it. Our Indonesian architects should tried to adopt traditional architectural designs and so preserve an Indonesian-styled environment.

I know this is not going to be easy, but the decision makers should be more sensitive to an environment which reflects more of the Indonesian culture.

YANU HARDI

Jakarta