Muhammad Ary Fadhlullah
CURRICULUM VITAE.
DFORM’s
AD House Completed 2020
DFORM’s project
DR House Completed 2021
DFORM’s project
HeY House Completed 2024
DFORM’s project
Gray House Completed 2024
ALIEN Design Consultant’s project
Otorita IKN On progress 2024
ALIEN Design Consultant’s project
Wisma Mandiri Proposal 2024
ALIEN Design Consultant’s project
BRI Manado Proposal 2023
AD House
Project Date
2021 - completed
Location
Tangerang Selatan, Banten
Project Architect
Ary Fadhlullah
AD House sits on a 197 m² plot with a building area of 147 m². The initial brief from the owner was that they wanted a house with no sharp corners on any of its walls due to a traumatic incident where their child was injured by the corner of a wall.
Based on this brief, we designed a dynamic building shape by incorporating curved edges on the left side of the house. However, to maintain a sense of structure and balance, the right side of the house was designed with straight, clean lines.
Ultimately, the client’s request to eliminate sharp corners became the main concept for the building’s massing. This design approach ensures that the building’s overall form reflects the client’s core concept and vision.
In terms of spatial zoning, the first floor is designated as a communal and service area, while the second floor is reserved for more private spaces. The building massing is intentionally set back from the site boundaries to optimize openings and airflow circulation.
At the entrance, the house is designed to feel open, giving the impression that visitors are still outside as they are greeted by a tree. The idea is to seamlessly bring the garden into the interior of the home.
On the first floor, the kitchen and family room are designed as an open, unified space to create a sense of spaciousness. The inclusion of a stairwell void further enhances the open feel of the area, allowing for optimal airflow and natural lighting throughout the space.
On the second floor, all rooms are equipped with windows based on a box window concept featured on the facade. The wall along the stairwell void includes a box window designed to let in morning sunlight, creating dramatic shadows that enhance the ambiance of the space.
The orientation of the master bedroom balcony is directed toward the entrance void, allowing a direct view of the indoor garden. The idea is that as the tree grows taller, the owners will have a scenery view of the tree right from their bedroom.
A koi pond was placed on the side of the house, as per the owner’s request. Positioned here, the pond serves as a calming visual for those in the kitchen or dining area, allowing them to enjoy the soothing sound of water. Additionally, the pond helps create a wind tunnel effect to improve airflow.
At the back of the house, the owner wanted a seating area for relaxation. The design of this seating area was inspired by and responds to the curved shapes used in the building’s architecture.
HeY House
Project Date
2024 - completed
Location
Depok, Jawa Barat
Team
Ary Fadhlullah - PIC
Grace Margareth U.A - Drafter
The HeY House project is quite unique due to its location directly adjacent to a main road. This presented several design challenges and required specific design responses.
The initial brief from the owners was that they wanted the house to have comfortable privacy. Therefore, the core design idea was to create a solid and imposing front facade. This would serve to block views from the street and also minimize noise from the road.
The design and construction process unfolded in two phases. Initially, the client only owned the land on the left side, and the design for that portion was completed. However, construction hadn’t yet begun. The client then purchased two additional plots of land to the right and rear of the existing property. They then asked us to create supplementary designs that would seamlessly integrate with the previously designed structure.
A key feature of this house is the inner court, which connects the three building masses. This inner court is designed to be both attractive and adaptable to various uses, serving as a communal gathering space. Large openings in this area maximize natural light and ventilation.
At the building’s entrance, the main parking area is located in the left-hand structure and features a carport. The area to the right has been transformed into a landscaped dry garden. The entrance terrace seamlessly connects the buildings via a wooden deck, creating a sense of spaciousness and stronger connection between the spaces. Natural materials, such as concrete, grass block, and wood, are used on the walls to achieve the client’s desired Japandi aesthetic.
The wooden lattice canopy over the inner court adds a dramatic element with the shifting shadows it casts during the day, creating a memorable experience when walking through the area.
One of the more interesting requests from the owners was their desire to have a tree inside their home. To accommodate this, I designed an inner court area topped with a skylight. This skylight shelters the tree, so while the space feels open, it remains protected.
The staircase in this area was intentionally designed to be simple and light, complemented by a less bulky railing. A mini amphitheater is also located beneath the stairs, serving as a communal space within this central area, as it directly connects to the kitchen.
On the second floor, all rooms are oriented towards the inner court, ensuring good natural light and ventilation in each space. The corridor connecting the living room to the master bedroom is designed as a seating area, where the homeowners can relax and enjoy the view of the tall tree in the inner court void.
The living room was intentionally designed as an open, unpartitioned space to create a sense of spaciousness. This aligns with the owners’ vision of a living room that functions as a home theater.
Gray House
Project Date
2024 - completed
Location
Cilandak, Jakarta Selatan
Team
Ary Fadhlullah - PIC
Ratu Intan Mutia - support architect
Grace Margareth U.A - Drafter
The Gray House is a project built on a vacant lot in a townhouse complex in Jakarta. The initial brief from the client was quite simple, as they entrusted the entire design development to us. However, they did request a building with interesting massing.
Based on this brief, we proposed a design featuring stacked triangular masses with contrasting material colors, creating a strong and defined form. The main entrance is designed with a ramp to provide a unique spatial experience for users. Upon reaching the second floor, they are greeted by a terrace and a guest area with large windows that offer direct views outwards.
In terms of zoning, the ground floor is designated for service areas and the garage. The second floor houses more communal functions, such as the kitchen, family room, living room, and swimming pool. The third floor is reserved for private spaces like the master bedroom and children’s bedrooms.
In the family room, the design is openplan with no columns, maximizing the sense of spaciousness.
On the second floor, there are only two bedrooms: the master bedroom and a child’s bedroom, as this was a specific request from the owners. For the overall interior concept of the bedrooms, we aimed to create a warm atmosphere, adding subtle LED strip lighting to enhance the ambiance.
The bedrooms are oriented to face directly east and west, maximizing natural light and ventilation. / Gray House
Otorita IKN
Project Date
2024 - on progress
Location
Ibu Kota Nusantara, Sepaku, Kalimantan Timur
Basic Design
URBANE Indonesia
Main Contractors
Adhi Karya
Jaya Konstruksi
Development Design
ALIEN Design Consultant
Team:
Beni Rahardianto - Project Manager
M Bagus Aditya - Project Designer
Ryan Surya - Site Manager
Daniel P Eka - Architect
Ary Fadhlullah - Architect
Farros - Interior
others disciplines, including:
Structure, Infrastructure, MEP, Green Building, Landscape, Special Lighting, BIM.
This project is an Authority office building that functions as a city hall in IKN (Indonesia’s new capital city), adopting a concept inspired by the shape of flower petals, representing openness to the aspirations of the IKN community. This project originated from a basic design by URBANE Indonesia, which then underwent a tender process to select contractors and planners to refine the design, considering aspects of design, regulations, safety, comfort, and health. In principle, it’s common practice in Indonesia that the original architect of a design cannot be directly involved in the design development and execution process, hence the tender.
Ultimately, Adhi Karya and Jaya Konstruksi were selected as the contractors, and they partnered with ALIEN Design Consultant as the design development planner. Here, as the planners, we undertook significant development, ranging from detailing to technical planning for both the exterior and interior of the building. Because the basic design was far from perfect, the role of a planner was crucial at this stage.
*IKN: new capital city of Indonesia
According to data from the Ministry of Public Works Regulation No. 26 of 2008, buildings requiring fire access shafts are those with upper floors located 20 meters or more above the access level. In the IKN Building, the highest occupied floor is 25.2 meters above the access level. Therefore, a fire shaft equipped with a fire service lift is necessary.
/ Otorita IKN
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Renewable energy is implemented on the building’s roof in the form of solar panels, serving as an alternative energy source for the building’s operations.
Otorita IKN /
Solar Panel
In terms of zoning, the ground floor of this building is designated for communal areas, such as the drop-off zone, parking, inner forest, facilities, and tenant spaces. However, the main floor of the building is actually on the second floor, which features semi-outdoor spaces. The second floor houses the main plaza, main lobby, gallery, and additional tenant spaces. To emphasize its role as the main floor, the spaces in this area feature double-height ceilings, creating a more luxurious and welcoming atmosphere.
The third, fourth, and fifth floors are designated for more private spaces, such as workspaces, a command center, an auditorium, and other supporting facilities. For the interior design, we significantly developed the basic design to accommodate various technical design considerations and the owner’s requirements. Material development for the interior was also undertaken to create a luxurious feel in each space, as this authority office will function as the city hall in IKN.
Otorita
Shading Devider
Kaca Low-E
The building responds to the climate by implementing shading devices to reduce solar heat gain within the building, while still allowing optimal daylight penetration. This double-skin facade also helps reduce the Overall Thermal Transfer Value (OTTV), and the use of spandrel panels further minimizes light entering the building, contributing to achieving green building certification.
The facade framing in the developed design has undergone significant improvements, including adjustments to the fin dimensions due to technical and maintenance considerations. Furthermore, the facade framing structure and cladding materials have been optimized as much as possible.
Wisma Mandiri
Project Date
2024 - proposal
Location
Thamrin, Jakarta Pusat
Team
Ary Fadhlullah - PIC Petrus A Rambing
Wisma Mandiri is a mixed-use building project tendered by Bank Mandiri on a strategically located site in Central Jakarta. Accordingly, Mandiri’s brief requested the integration of several building functions: commercial, office, and hotel spaces.
Based on this brief, we developed a design concept that accommodates all of the client’s needs while also providing visually appealing exteriors and interiors that reflect Bank Mandiri’s identity. The building’s corner location presented an opportunity to create an iconic structure in the area that remains responsive to the site’s environment and conditions.
The main concept for this building’s design combines three elements: gardens, terracing, and the building itself. Broadly speaking, the garden and terracing elements are implemented in the building’s podium area, creating green spaces or gardens that attract visitors to the commercial area. The office and hotel functions are housed in two twin towers, each with its own distinct character. We named our overarching concept “Mandiri Oasis,” representing a garden and green space amidst the density of Jakarta.
Garden Terracing Building Mandiri Oasis
The initial massing configuration features two main towers and one supporting volume. These volumes are divided based on their respective functions. The building will house three distinct functions: office, hotel, and commercial spaces.
The design creates a form that is responsive to the corner site and establishes strong connections by orienting the building masses towards the existing roads and responding to the surrounding landscape, including pedestrian walkways and the main plaza as a focal
The building’s form adapts the corporate identity of Bank Mandiri—its logo—translating it into a design that creates an iconic and distinctive building, consistent with the Bank Mandiri logo.
The building’s Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) concept will be maximized by considering the long-term development potential of Jakarta’s urban transportation. The site is located directly in front of a main road that will be part of the MRT Phase 2 & 3 project. The design will respond to the MRT entrance located directly on the site by connecting the building to it.
The podium terraces are designed with organic shapes, intended to foster a strong interaction between the interior spaces and the surrounding environment.
The building’s finishes are predominantly vertical gold fins to emphasize lines that represent Bank Mandiri’s identity. The podium edging is also designed to represent the garden and terracing elements, in accordance with the main concept.
Transit Oriented Development
In terms of zoning, the ground floor serves as the main level for this building, with all three functions sharing a single drop-off area. The left-hand massing contains the lobby for access to both the office and hotel, while the righthand massing is dedicated solely to office use. The ground floor is designed as a semi-outdoor space, sheltered by the commercial floors above, while still ensuring adequate natural light and ventilation through strategically placed voids.
The second, third, and fourth floors are designated for commercial tenant spaces. These commercial floors are directly accessible to visitors via a grand staircase located at the building’s corner, adjacent to the MRT entrance.
For the podium details, we used vertical gold fins and blue glass to represent Bank Mandiri’s corporate identity. The edging of each podium features a sloping design, acting as an analogy for the terracing and garden concept, while also providing shade for the spaces below.
The addition of planter boxes on the commercial terrace aims to provide greenery and a garden-like visual experience for visitors. It also reinforces the garden concept within the commercial area, helping to achieve the main goal of creating a green respite in the heart of the city.
Curtain wall & Fin shading
Edging aluminium composit panel
Box planter
Railling kaca
BRI Manado
Project Date 2023 - proposal
Location Manado, Sulawesi Utara
Team
Ary Fadhlullah - PIC Anggaratama - support
/ BRI Manado
BRI Manado is a tendered housing project for Bank BRI employees in the Manado area. The initial brief from the client requested housing with a studio apartment concept. Based on this, we explored the site’s development potential. We ultimately decided to create several separate building masses on a single site, aiming to provide spacing between each building and maximize natural light and ventilation in each unit.
The facade uses simple white and blue materials, reflecting Bank BRI’s corporate identity. The roof design incorporates hip roofs to respond to Indonesia’s climate.
Window openings on the building’s facade are sized appropriately to prevent excessive sunlight within the units, while still providing residents with exterior views.
Location:
Eks. BRI KCP Pinaesaan. Jl. Jendral Sudirman, Pinaesaan, Kec. Wenang, Kota Manado, Sulawesi Utara 95122
Site Area: 2354 m2 (SHM)
Design Area: 1500 m2
-The front and entrance areas are allocated for green open space (KDH).
-The right side of the building is set back according to applicable building setback lines (GSB).
-The front of the building is set back slightly further than the GSB.
-The left side of the building is set back by 2 meters.
Massing Transformation Material
The massing is divided into three separate building volumes to ensure maximum airflow and natural light for each unit, while also providing individual unit access. The roof form is transformed into a hip roof design to respond to the local climate.
The building’s finishing materials use white and blue paint, reflecting Bank BRI’s corporate identity. Window openings on the facade are randomly placed to create dramatic shadow play. The parking area uses grass block paving, which serves as a permeable surface for rainwater absorption and contributes to the green space.
Massing
Legenda:
1. Master Bedroom
2. Kids Bedroom
3. Toilet
4. Service Area
5. Living, Dining, Kitchen
6. Guest Area
The required spaces were outlined in the owner’s brief. In the overall space concept, we placed the service areas and guest area at the front, with the central area dedicated to communal spaces (living room, dining area, and kitchen). The more private areas (bedrooms) are located at the rear to maximize natural light. For the interior concept, we opted for wood materials to create a warm atmosphere, with details designed for optimal functionality.
Muhammad Ary Fadhlullah