Presents Insightful Discussion on “Design for Dining” at Indonesia Design District

Archinesia Forum #67 successfully brought together creative practitioners, architects, interior designers, and design enthusiasts through an insightful discussion themed Design for Dining, held at the BIKA Living showroom at Indonesia Design District (IDD).

The forum featured inspiring conversations from Helen Agustine of Helen Agustine Studio and Chrisye Octaviani from Bitte Design Studio, with the session moderated by Imelda Akmal.

Throughout the discussion, the speakers explored how dining spaces today have evolved beyond their primary function into environments that shape experiences, emotions, and social interaction. The session covered various perspectives on spatial storytelling, atmosphere, material exploration, and the importance of creating meaningful connections through design.

Drawing from their professional experiences, Helen Agustine and Chrisye Octaviani shared valuable insights into designing dining and hospitality spaces that balance aesthetics, comfort, and functionality while responding to contemporary lifestyles and user behavior. Their perspectives offered attendees a deeper understanding of how thoughtful design can influence the overall dining experience.

Held in the warm and intimate setting of the BIKA Living showroom, the event created an engaging atmosphere for open dialogue and meaningful exchanges between speakers and participants. The session was met with enthusiastic responses from attendees, reflecting the growing interest in hospitality and dining-related design discussions within Indonesia’s creative industry.

Archinesia Forum #67 once again became a platform for knowledge sharing and creative collaboration, reinforcing the importance of dialogue in shaping the future of architecture and interior design. Through events like this, Indonesia Design District continues to support the growth of the design community by providing a space where ideas, inspiration, and innovation can connect.