Habitus Podcast

MICHELLE SHANG reveals the 30 years journey of MOIE. From a small boutique in 1995 to a one–stop luxury destination representing the world’s leading interior brands in Indonesia.She shares how she “fell into” the family business, why she shifted MOIE from manufacturing to brand curation, and how the company has survived every major crisis from 1998 to COVID by staying obsessively close to clients. Michelle Shang is Design Director and co–founder of MOIE, which now operates nine flagship and mono–brand showrooms across Jakarta, representing brands like Minotti, Poliform, and other top Italian names in furniture, kitchens, and wardrobes.She explains:◼️ How an early love of art led her from graphic design and fashion into interior design◼️ Why MOIE stopped manufacturing and focused on curating authentic, original global brands◼️ The mindset that helped MOIE survive 1998, the 2008 financial crisis, and COVID◼️ How “actions over words” and radical after–sales service build lifelong client trust◼️ Why post–COVID homeowners care less about status and more about quality, comfort, and intimacy◼️ How saying “no” at the right time led to the Poliform partnership and a landmark flagship store In this conversation, Michelle opens up about divine timing in business, pressing the reset button on brands that no longer fit, and why Indonesian designers shouldn’t just follow Pinterest trends but create their own language by combining local culture with international standards. Whether you’re an architect, interior designer, brand builder, or homeowner planning your dream space, this episode offers a masterclass on building a resilient, design–driven business that puts relationships and integrity above everything else.Follow MOIE for more information:Instagram: @moielivingInstagram: @moiehaus.idInstagram: @poliformjakartaInstagram: @minottijakartaWebsite: https://moie.com/

PAUL TAN & DEVY ANGGREANY reveal how decades of architectural practice taught them that great design isn't about perfection—it's about creating spaces that respond to human needs, from Central Park Jakarta to intimate hotel experiences, and why the five senses matter more than technology ever will.Paul Tan is the founder of ArkDesign Architects and a graduate of Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (1985), whose work has shaped Jakarta's skyline including Central Park, Rasuna Towers, and Gandaria City. Devy Anggreany is the principal architect at Indesign Domus, specializing in hospitality design from hotels to retail spaces, bringing international standards to Indonesian projects.They explain:◼️ How childhood curiosity—from climbing rooftops to sneaking into people's bathrooms—shaped their spatial understanding◼️ Why Paul's unconventional education (failing high school twice, getting expelled from boarding school) led to architectural innovation◼️ The critical difference between designing for Singapore vs Jakarta: why drop-off zones and motorcycle parking matter more than aesthetics◼️ What diving 10,000 meters underwater teaches about three-dimensional thinking in architecture◼️ How Indonesia's ojek online revolution forced them to redesign lobbies and create new spatial solutionsIn this conversation, Paul and Devy share stories spanning 40+ years of practice—from Paul's rejection from art school to Devy's Cornell hospitality certification. We discuss why architects can never retire, how to design "hospitable buildings" beyond hotels, and their honest take on preserving Indonesian warmth in an increasingly digital world.Whether you're a designer, developer, or simply curious about the spaces you inhabit daily, this episode offers rare insights from two architects who've learned that great design responds to life's challenges, not theoretical perfection.Follow Paul & Devy:Instagram (ArkDesign) - @arkdesign.architectsInstagram (Indesign Domus) - @indesigndomusWebsite - https://arkdesign-architects.com/ | https://indesigndomus.com/

MARCELLO DECARAN reveals how he built multiple businesses across architecture, hospitality, F&B and grooming while cutting the former president's hair at the presidential palace—and why the small details in design matter more than the grand vision.Marcello Decaran is an entrepreneur, architect, and partner at Kiat Architects, as well as the owner of Barberia. With ventures spanning architecture, the Atmapura, Smarapura, ksayanapura, Dharuma in Bali, and 1925 Grooming Co.Marcello operates at the intersection of design, hospitality, and entrepreneurship. He personally manages all social media across his businesses and has become one of Indonesia's most successful young entrepreneurs.He explains:◼️ How growing up in Perth shaped his unconventional path into architecture◼️ Why choosing the right materials and hardware is a design decision, not just a technical one◼️ The lesson his mentor Jasin Tedjasukmana taught him: never leave your clients disappointed◼️ What it's really like cutting President Jokowi's hair at Istana Negara (and as Jakarta's governor)◼️ How he balances beauty with practicality across architecture, hospitality, and grooming businessesIn this conversation, Marcello shares stories you genuinely can't make up—from the presidential palace to building villas in Bali. We discuss Indonesia's evolving design scene, why he handles his own social media across multiple ventures, and his honest take on pushing creative limits while staying grounded in what actually works.Whether you're a designer, entrepreneur, or simply curious about what shapes the spaces around us, this episode offers real insights from someone who's built credibility and success across multiple industries.Follow Marcello:Instagram - @decaranInstagram (Barberia) - @barberia_idInstagram (Kiat Architects) - @kiatarchitectsInstagram (1925 Grooming) - @1925_groomingcoInstagram (Atmapura) - @atmapura.umalasInstagram (Smarapura) - @smarapura.umalasInstagram (Ksayanapura) - @ksayanapuraInstagram (Dharuma) - @thedharuma

A house-building intelligence podcast. Helping architects, designers, and homeowners build homes that don't fail.Andy Financio of Seggio Home spent 18 years mastering what most builders overlook: how to structure your life around projects, manage time under relentless pressure, and stay relevant decades into your career. His first project in 2007 lost money but became his greatest teacher—reshaping how he solves real problems over chasing aesthetics, how he evolved from residential into commercial work, and how he now designs spaces where communities gather. From growing up in Pluit to building a 200-person padel community (IG: @ikatan.padel.arsitek_interior) that connects Indonesia's design world, Andy reveals the mechanics of longevity in construction: presence over planning, choosing your battles wisely, and why showing up every day builds more than technical skill alone. Field truths from two decades of building.Connect with Seggio HomeInstagram: @seggio_home Website: https://www.seggiohome.com/Watch on Habitus Concept YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@habitusconcept2427 Listen at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1xzcjf3hgFUZ1c60djhtGl Listen at Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/habitus-podcast/id1343264097

Rezki Dikaputera from @araharsitektur to discuss his journey from nearly becoming a doctor to founding his own architecture studio. The conversation reveals how a chance visit to an architecture exhibition changed his career trajectory, leading him first to Omah Library as a volunteer librarian, then to Budi Lim Architects where he learned the essential of details like door handles and switches.Rezki shares insights on building architectural discourse through his pandemic initiative Rembukars, the meaning behind Arah Arsitektur (finding unique directions for each project), and why conversation is central to architectural practice. His perspective on maintaining curiosity as fuel for creativity and viewing AI as a collaborator rather than threat offers fresh insights for both practitioners and students.What resonates throughout is his belief in finding "sparring partners" - people who challenge your thinking and push you to grow. From his international work at Changi Airport to local residential projects, Rezki emphasizes how architecture is a marathon, not a sprint.Listen to the full episode now on Habitus Podcast.---Episode kali ini mengeksplorasi perjalanan yang menarik menuju dunia arsitektur. Habitus Podcast berbincang dengan Rezki Dikaputera dari @araharsitekur membahas perjalanannya dari hampir menjadi dokter hingga mendirikan studio arsitekturnya sendiri. Percakapan ini mengungkap bagaimana kunjungan ke pameran arsitektur mengubah arah karirnya, membawanya pertama ke OMAH Library sebagai volunteer, kemudian ke Budi Lim Architects dimana ia belajar pentingnya detail seperti handle pintu dan saklar lampu.Rezki berbagi wawasan tentang menginisasi diskursus arsitektur saat pandemi: Rembukars, makna di balik Arah Arsitektur (menemukan arah unik untuk setiap proyek), dan mengapa diskusi menjadi sentral dalam praktik arsitektur. Perspektifnya tentang menjaga curiosity sebagai bahan bakar kreativitas dan memandang AI sebagai kolaborator bukan ancaman memberikan wawasan segar bagi praktisi maupun mahasiswa.Yang beresonansi sepanjang episode adalah kepercayaannya dalam menemukan "sparring partner" - orang-orang yang menantang pemikiran dan mendorong pertumbuhan. Dari karya internasionalnya di Changi Airport hingga proyek residensial lokal, Rezki menekankan bahwa arsitektur adalah maraton, bukan sprint.Dengarkan episode lengkapnya sekarang di Habitus Podcast.