Jakarta Expat - issue 66 - Design

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Jakarta Expat 路 28 March - 10 April 2012

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66th Edition | 28 March - 10 April 2012 Editor in Chief Angela Richardson angela@jakartaexpat.biz Assistant Editor Cecilia Forsman cecilia@jakartaexpat.biz Management Edo Frese edo@jakartaexpat.biz Sales Dian Mardianingsih ads@jakartaexpat.biz Distribution Dian Mardianingsih dian@jakartaexpat.biz Graphics Adietyo Rukmono didiet@jakartaexpat.biz Frederick Ng fred@jakartaexpat.biz Finance & Admin Pertiwi Gianto Putri tiwi@jakartaexpat.biz Lini Verawaty lini@jakartaexpat.biz Contributors Ardiansyah Basha Beatrice Ed Caffin Watse Heringa Juan G. Leysner Eamonn Sadler Antony Sutton Leslie Voorhes Editorial Enquiries letters@jakartaexpat.biz Circulation Enquiries info@jakartaexpat.biz Subscription info@jakartaexpat.biz Events news@jakartaexpat.biz

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Dear Readers, Jakarta comes across as a modern city with skyscrapers, gigantic malls, toll roads and flyovers, but dig a little deeper and you will find a 400 year-old haven where colonial architecture, although dilapidated and not maintained for the most part, still reigns; Kota or Old Batavia. Kota is Indonesian for ‘city’, and was once a walled compound surrounded by kampongs (villages) and rice fields in what is now considered north Jakarta.

Today, Jakarta’s Chinatown, Glodok, is a central part of Kota.

I recently took another trip to Fatahillah Square to entertain visiting family and it ended up being a hit as we savoured the sights and smells while walking around the square, dodging rental cyclists wearing big sunhats, and taking ‘tourist’ photos with local students. We visited the spooky Wayang (puppet) Museum, being entertained by Johnson, the caretaker of the museum, in his dramatic attempts to lead us to the gift shop, and within this museum’s walls lay the memorials of Dutch Governor Generals, including Ioan Van Hoorn, the 17th Governor General of the Netherlands East Indies.

famous eatery among tourists and captures the feeling of a grand preWorld War II European Cafe, with an art deco interior littered with black and white photographs of people in their prime. Sitting in this restaurant with high ceilings and hanging ceiling fans really transports you back to colonial Batavia. If only the government would invest in looking after the buildings in this part of town to preserve its heritage and history. If you haven’t been, it’s worth a visit to reminisce and take in the architectural design of a time gone by.

This edition of Jakarta Expat is all about design, new and old, interior and exterior, graphics and crafts. We welcome a new contributor, Voorhees, who educates us on how to spruce up our homes without damaging our wallets. We also meet an expat who works with local artisans to preserve their ancient traditions, Sutton introduces Benny and Mice, two local cartoonists who are bound to make you giggle, and much more! I hope you enjoy this issue and look forward to the addition of four more pages which will be happening in the very near future.

Keep your eyes peeled, everyone!

No trip to Kota would be complete without a bite to eat at Cafe Batavia.

This 200-year-old building on the north-western corner of Fatahillah Square was transformed into a very

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3 Things to Do ´ Arts in Jakarta 4 & 5 Featured ´ Building in the Dutch East Indies in the Colonial Period 6 City Art - Benny & Mice 7 Bali Style ´ Design in Bali Less is More 8 Architecture - Aesthetically Pleasing Green Buildings In Jakarta 9 Interiors - Spring Clean Yourself Happy 10 Meet the Expats - Stephane Poggi & Airlie Dempster 11 Advertorial - Once you Hit 45 12 Personal Tech & Apps - Design in 3D 13 Keeping Heritage - The Artisans Table 14 Light Entertainment - Who the Hell are They?

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Things to Do

The traffic is horrible, the streets are absurdly flood-prone, and the pollution is suffocating. Yet Jakarta is hardly ever boring, especially event-wise. Admittedly, it is a bit tricky to find out where the happenings take place, although there is almost always something artsy going on in Jakarta.

By: Beatrice

*Published first on Latitudes.nu

Knowing the usual spots would be a very good start. 

Salihara Community www.salihara.org Salihara community was only recently established in 2007, but is currently thriving in the Jakarta art scene by regularly holding events - ranging from discussions, and theatre, to dance workshops, often all in the same week.

The elegant Salihara building is tucked away in a narrow street near Universitas Nasional in Pejaten, South Jakarta.

Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM) A longtime player in the city’s cultural scene is Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM) in Cikini, Central Jakarta. TIM, which is also the headquarters of the Jakarta Art Institute, often holds theatre or music-related events, performed by the rookies from the Institute as well as seasoned art workers.

Ruangrupa www.ruangrupa.org Crazy ideas blossom now and then in the artist collective RuangRupa in Tebet, South Jakarta and the responsible parties are usually glad to share them with you.

The works of RuangRupa residents are often displayed along with other artists in numerous galleries, but oftentimes the collective also holds events, such as craft markets and movie screenings, in their headquarters as well.

Taring Babi Collective The Taring Babi Collective in Lenteng Agung is the place to go if you are looking for woodcut crafts or carvings bearing starkly sociopolitical messages not unlike the propaganda art in the heydays of communism yet mixed with their own artistic feel. The collective is also known for housing the folk-punk band Marjinal.

The Taring Babi kids: ideas, art and action!

The Cemara 6 Gallery

is also a good starting point for art exhibitions, events and other artsy happenings. They have a café and a homestay as well. Their characterful building is located in Menteng.

And of course

it is a good idea to check out what is happening in the National Gallery in Gambir, Central Jakarta, the Bentara Budaya Jakarta in Palmerah, West Jakarta, or the Jakarta Art Building (Gedung Kesenian Jakarta) in Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta.

If it’s a more international flavor you are looking for, there are plenty to choose from various foreign cultural centers in the city, such as the German’s Goethe Institut, the Japan Foundation or Netherlands’ splendid Erasmus Huis.

Beatrice

Beatrice is a Jakarta-based reporter currently trying to figure out how to make Jakarta more friendly...towards reporters. And everyone else in the ecosystem eventually.

Her interests outside writing include music, vegetarian food, and cycling. She writes for Latitudes.nu irregularly, when she feels inspired!' For this article, please put under the title: Published first at Latitudes.nu

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Featured

BUILDING DUTCH EAST INDIES COLONIAL PERIOD

By Watse Heringa

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ravellers in Indonesia are always impressed by the richness of its architecture. Besides traditional native structures, there are Hindu and Buddhist temples, such as the Prambanan and the Borobudur, the kratons (palaces) of Javanese royalty in Yogyakarta, Surakarta and Cirebon, Islamic prayer houses and mosques, Chinese temples and houses in the coastal towns of Java. There is also the colourful colonial inheritance: the 17th century Dutch East Indies Company forts in the Moluccas, the old Dutch warehouses in Jakarta, 18th century country houses, neo-classical 19th century civil engineering projects, public buildings, factories and railway stations dating from shortly after the turn of the century, modernistic structures from the twenties and thirties and the ‘redevelopment architecture’ of the fifties.

THE OPENING UP OF THE COLONY The year 1870 was an important turning point in the colonial history of the Dutch East Indies. In that year the Dutch Parliament passed two acts which were not only very important for the economic development of the colony, but which also had a great indirect influence on the urbanization of Java. These two acts were known as the Sugar Act and the Land Act. The Sugar Act signified the definitive abolition of the Cultuurstelsel, the colonial system of forced farming in which farmers were obliged to surrender a percentage of their crops in tax. Land Act meant the opening-up of the Dutch East Indies to free enterprise and private capital, putting an end to the monopoly position enjoyed by the Dutch State as the sole entrepreneur in the Dutch East Indies. Colonial products were mainly transported through the large ports of Batavia, Semarang and Surabaya, just as they had always been. A railway network was developed from these three cities to provide links with the hinterland and allow export goods to be transported to the harbours. Existing harbours were improved and enlarged and new harbours were constructed.

A number of mercantile houses, banks and other enterprises were established in these three cities, or opened branches there. Many Europeans followed in their wake. In 1855, there were only 28,000 Europeans in the Dutch East Indies. By 1905 this number had tripled to 84,000 and by 1920 it had grown to 240,000. This explosive growth caused fundamental problems. There was little infrastructure and a serious shortage of housing.

Urbanization was essential and this resulted in countless administrative and explicitly municipal problems. In this context, the Dutch East Indies Government decided to carry out a rigorous administrative reform. On the basis of the Decentralization Acts of 1903, a large number of towns and cities became independent municipalities after the Dutch model, each with its own municipal council land providing local services.

After 1905, concern for urban development, which before decentralization had been the responsibility of the Government, and for public housing, became municipal matters. Thomas Karsten played a very important role in the development of urban planning in the Dutch East

Indies. It was he who laid down the urban development plan for Semarang in 1916. In doing so, he gave a direct or indirect impulse for a systematic approach to similar plans which were drawn up for Bandung and Batavia, a year later.

Ir. Frans Johan Louwrens Ghijsels (1882 – 1947), in particular, played an important role in this. His active career covered a period of 20 years during which he produced dozens of designs. Many of the buildings Ghijsels designed were built and the majority of these can still be admired today, including the Railway Station Kota Batavia and the Hotel des Indes.

THE ‘DOG KENNEL RENAISSANCE’ Nineteenth-century colonial architecture was typified by Neo-classical building styles. These were usually whiteplastered structures with porticos or colonnades and large overhanging hipped roofs with ventilation and coolness as the main objectives.

This Indonesian Classicism lost its purity of style in the course of the nineteenth century. In the second half of that century, corrugated iron awnings, supported by wrought iron corbels, began to appear and stone pillars were replaced by supports made of wood or iron. Judgement of this lack of style was sometimes less than positive.

Military engineer Ch. Meyll called it ‘the splendid product of Indonesian dog kennel renaissance’. The architect P.A.J Moojen, who lived in the Dutch East Indies from 1903, judged Indonesian Classicism to be ‘insipid imitations of a soulless Neo-Hellenism, bad copies of sad models; mute, white witness to a century of tastelessness and an inability to create.’

The low standard of architecture in the Dutch East Indies was due to a shortage of highly trained architects.

Until the end of the 19th century there was not a single architectural engineer working there, either for the government or in the private building sector. Designing and building were tasks of the Military Engineers, or ‘Hydraulic Engineers’, working from books or models.

This was also the case in the private building sector.

Contractors without the foggiest notion of architecture built houses and shops in ‘historicized’ styles, according to the wishes of the client.

of government buildings was also part of BOW’s brief.

Intensification of government had created a pressing need for new accommodation to house the various government services and institutions. The large number of structures that had to be realized in a short time led to a standardization of designs for each type of building – the Normaalontwerpen – literally the ‘standard designs’.

This resulted in more complex building assignments and imposed higher architectural demands, which in turn required personnel with a better grounding in the subject. For this reason the government decided in 1909 to appoint architect-engineer Simon Snuyf to head an architectural division within the BOW.

PRIVATE ARCHITECTS The first private architects’ bureaux were founded towards the end of the first decade of this century. In 1909, the important commission for the new head office of the Java Bank, to be built in the lower town of Batavia, resulted in the establishment of the architects bureau of M.J. Hulswit, A.A. Fermont and Eduard Cuypers. Cuypers, who already had an office in Amsterdam, came to the Dutch East Indies. Many other commissions followed.

The bureau’s traditional architectural style, based on an amalgam of classical western architecture and Old Javanese ornamentation, found favour with a number of Indonesian banks, insurance companies, trading houses, and Roman Catholic institutions.

Another building in which ‘the search for a Dutch Indies style’ took form is well-known Public Works Office in Bandung, designed by Ir. J. Gerber. A further example is the Surabaya ‘Stadhuis’ (Town Hall), designed in 1920 by the architect C. Citroen. This modern building, constructed round a reinforced concrete skeleton, was given refined decoration and facade detailing and appears to have been inspired by the work of the architects of the Amsterdam School.

With the arrival of the first civil engineers, shortly after the turn of the century, architecture of the Dutch East Indies changed. The Delft engineers practised as private architects, or like Ghijsels, first went to work in government services in the Department of Public Works, or for the City Councils.

It can be said that a great deal was accomplished in the time of ‘Indische Bouwen’, particularly in the decades which –not by coincidence- coincides with the time Ghijsels worked in the Dutch East Indies. This was an exciting period and lasted from after the decentralization of government until the end of the twenties, when in the Dutch East Indies, too, building commissions died up to a large extent because of the economic malaise. Judgement of this period demands completely different definitions of style than those which are valid for European architecture and other expressions of art from the same period. The slogan appeared to be: ‘modernization and development, in a high tempo and with a great deal of elan.’

THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Ghijsels not only played a part in this modernization and development, he also gave active direction and content to it. 

Since the days of Governor General Daendels, the Department of Public Works (Department van Burgelijke Openbare Weken – BOW for short) had been responsible for all civil construction under government control. Besides maintenance and repair, the design

This article was taken from Ir. F.J.L. GHIJSELS . Architect in Indonesia, initiated by R.W. Heringa, who is the grandson of F.J.L Ghijsels.

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City Art History

y Indonesian language skills have never been that good. I struggle to put three or four words together and when I can manage that there is no guarantee I can repeat the feat with the same words minutes later. Since I discovered the Benny and Mice comic books my wife says my language skills have got worse!

The language used in the pages that detail the adventures, or misadventures of the hapless couple bears as much relation to ‘standard’ Indonesian as the Geordie dialect does to Standard English. But as with all good cartoonists we can all recognize characters or storylines in the comics, and because we can relate to them and they’re such good fun I stick with them and my dreams of achieving competency in my wife’s language have gone out the window.

By Antony Sutton

Indonesian ladies looking for their own ‘bule’.

In case anyone starts feeling a teeny weeny bit sensitive and is looking for an anti western bias, don’t bother. Mice’s antics as the archetypal Indonesian on holiday will have you rocking in the aisles. Whether he is getting high on the scent of flowers and Bedugal, skipping through the scented fields singing ‘The hills are alive with the sound of music’ or slobbering into Pasar Sukawati high on the thrill of shopping, this book, and the others they have worked on, are as much statements about Indonesian society, status and perceptions as anything else.

Benny Rachmadi and Muhammad Mirad (Mice) are a couple of Indonesian cartoonists who started drawing stuff for local papers in the 1990s, became popular and branched out on their own with a series of comic books that mimic life here so well and so beautifully. With Benny from Samarinda and Mice from Jakarta, they met while they were studying at Desain Grafis Fakultas Seni Rupa IKJ. I grew up with the Beano and Roy Of The Rovers. Plug from the Bash Street Kids was an early hero, he looked so germless and awkward. He seemed so ‘me’.

By the time I moved to South East Asia comics were in big demand but, sadly for me, it wasn’t Dennis the Menace and Billy’s Boots people flocked to specialist shops to read. It was Japanese anime or manga. My early years on the continent are filled with visions of teenagers and businessmen waiting for classes or meetings with their noses stuck in the pages of the latest Japanese export.

Pah! I thought. It’s all beneath me. Why not, part of me enquired but never too much, produce your own comic super heroes. I was new, I still believed the superficial nationalism that was played out in those far off days before krismon (monetary crisis) hit home. It took me a while to realize that everything from abroad was milk

and honey, except for IMF bailouts, and everything home produced was fit for the trash can; except for the food and the culture.

The Benny & Mice stories are proof that this theory belongs in the trash can. They follow our eponymous heroes as they journey through life or trends that they see around them, be it Bali, Jakarta or most recently in Singapore.

Benny portrays himself as the slightly more worldly one while Mice is the buffoon who gets everything wrong.

My first encounter came while browsing in a bookshop one day. I saw this cartoon on the front cover and it showed our two dimwitted heroes standing in a paddy field wearing board shorts and holding surf boards. They were looking somewhat lost and a gentleman dressed in the more traditional Bali clothing of white shirt, sarong and cap mutters the immortal lines ‘Ini Ubud, ndak ada pantainya…kalo mau, sana ke Kuta!’ (This is Ubud, there aren’t any beaches. If you want go there to Kuta!) And so begins their adventures on the island of the Gods. Mice is forced into giving a female tourist a massage, both go to the beach wearing jackets, trousers and carrying an umbrella in time honoured Indonesian style while surrounded by sunbathing foreign tourists looking on incredulously.

Male western tourists are portrayed swigging beer walking down the streets of Kuta wearing underpants and singlets while the women are in spaghetti tops and very short shorts. Other tourists are portrayed as riding hired motorbikes with their local girlfriends, the happy couple enjoying a romantic holiday or the culture vulture oohing and aahing every bit of rock that looks like it may have been sculptured. And then of course there are the

‘Jalan Jalan Ke Singapura’ sees Benny go solo and change tack slightly. This time the hero is a rich Chinese businessman who has made his money in Android tablets and he decides to take a couple of doltish priabumi to explore Lion City for the first time. But despite his perceived generosity and wisdom the businessman is as clueless as his travelling companions, explaining the inspiration for Marina Bay Sands was a tsunami that threw a fishing boat on top of three palm trees.

There is a wonderful cynicism in Indonesians that I think many of us tend to underestimate, especially if we have ever sat through local TV shows. Add that to a creativity and vitality that is borne of that cynicism and you have the potential for a flourishing counter culture that is the envy of other countries in the region. The movies of Andibachtar Yusuf, the music of Slank and Superman Is Dead, the football fan culture of Bonek, Aremania and Bobotoh, even the punks in Aceh who have been in the news recently as well as the cartoons of Benny & Mice are all evidence of that middle finger attitude. 

Antony Sutton Antony is a freelance writer based in Jakarta. Please send comments and suggestions to antony@the-spiceislands.com

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Bali Style

DESIGN ON BALI

LESS IS MORE

by Ed Caffin

Keeping up with the latest contemporary trends, architectural design on Bali is of course all about minimalism. Or at least, that’s what everybody building a new villa on Bali seems to talk about. Because less is more, you know? Modern minimalist architecture may be trendy, but how does that combine with the architectural traditions known to the island? I discussed these and other questions with one of Bali’s young and emerging architects: Made Dharmendra.

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elasti day. Ceremonial processions block the streets as I am on my way to meet Made in his Denpasar office. Today the annual washing of the temple implements takes place, just a few days before the biggest day of the year on Bali, Nyepi Day, the holy day of silence. I am happy to see that beautiful Balinese traditions, like this one, are very much alive. And so are mine I’m afraid: I will be fashionably late for my appointment.

“My philosophy is to combine local traditions and modern design”, Made takes off as I settle into his modest office. “The traditional Balinese style of architecture is beautiful, but nowadays only the well-off can actually afford it. Land is scarce and so are materials. Of course, as a Balinese and architect, I am afraid that this type of architecture will slowly disappear. But I am realistically optimistic about the future. I think it is up to architects like myself, to keep combining modern architectural design with the traditional one of the island.”

Made Dharmendra, passionate as he speaks about his work, is mentioned as one of the 13 emerging Indonesian architects in the book 50 Indonesian Architects + Emergings by Imelda Akmal. A few years ago, he won an International Design Competition with an Asian Water Villa made of bamboo.

Would he describe himself as a minimalist?

“Well I just think I am an architect. And what is minimalism really? Minimalism is often referred to as reducing an object to its essentials. Putting it that way, I do have a lot of designs that could qualify as minimalistic, but you could also refer to the local flavours I put into every design. Balinese architecture is about materials, structure and space.

These are the things that are part of my philosophy and define my identity as an architect.”

That identity was formed by early childhood experiences, watching his grandfather go about his work as a constructor on Bali, and his own experiences as a young architect working overseas.

As a fresh graduate from ITS in Surabaya, Made got a chance to go abroad to work for several companies. He helped design luxury tourist resorts on the Maledives and enjoyed the futuristic modernism of Singapore.

“My work has brought me to a lot of places. But then, I realized, there is no place like home. I am really comfortable here with my family and in my village. And if I have to go somewhere far away for work, I can easily do that from here.”

Next, we talk about trends. For those who have missed it: this year’s architectural trend is minimalist green. But what is that supposed to mean? “Well, rather than simply creating a garden in a house, this trend refers to buildings that are sustainable and environmentally friendly,” Made explains. “But sometimes the concept of green is just a facade, a selling point, so to say. Green design is a good philosophy, but using recycled materials and solar panels for example, is still quite expensive to do.”

However, being creative in how you design something can enhance a building’s “environmental friendliness”, too. And again, integrating local traditions can be helpful.

“In fact sustainablity really isn’t new to Balinese design. In a sense, that is what Balinese architecture has always done: using rapidly renewable materials that were locally available and building houses in such a way that they contained a good indoor air quality and a friendly climate, even during the humid heat.”

So does modern minimalism architecture combine with Balinese traditions? Well, I am optimistic: just like Balinese people always accepted outside influences, modern architecture and Balinese local traditions will prove to get along. For that matter, Made Dharmendra will definitely do his part. 

ED CAFFIN Ed Caffin lives and works in Amsterdam, where he teaches psychology and communication. A born traveller, he is currently based in Indonesia from where he travels through Asia, writing and blogging about his experiences. To contact him email edcaffin@yahoo.com

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Architecture

Aesthetically Pleasing Green Buildings of Jakarta

by Ardiansyah Basha

EVOLVER ARCHITECTS A general awareness of green buildings in Indonesia, especially Jakarta is still not well organized due to people’s assumptions of green being expensive and not good looking, but green buildings are improving rapidly amongst a few building designs. The integrated approach towards construction and design of modern green structures is improving and this has encouraged builders to construct buildings that are designed, built and operated in a manner that increases health factors, well-being and productivity of people and the environment.

The concept of Green Building aims to increase the efficiency of buildings by managing the use of resources such as energy, water and materials, while at the same time reducing the impact of the building on human health and its surrounding environment during its lifecycle, through better design, construction, operation, maintenance and removal and recycle of waste.

Balancing the use of daylight, reducing the building’s power burden, and optimizing the cooling and heating loads of a building are a few of such measures.

Now here are a few success stories of green building design in Jakarta: these three are the perfect examples that being Green doesn’t mean being ugly.

On the contrary, it proves that the Greener it gets, the more iconic it’s going to be for the scale of a city. 

Allianz Tower, Kuningan Based on the facade, this Allianz Tower adopts the concept of ‘green building’. This building is developed by PT Medialand – a member of Kompas Media Group, on a land of 7,000 square metres, and will consist of 28 floors. The design theme stands for openness and transparency. The building also merges the functions, arts, and high concern on natural environment by reducing the use of energy and water to make it eco-friendly with its design. The facade of Allianz Tower is like an open book which consists of two parts: ‘source of knowledge’ and ‘the importance of information’. The basic shapes of row and column on a newspaper are adopted in the design of the building by the horizontal and vertical mass; therefore, it creates a sleek appearance.

Bakrie Tower, Rasuna Epicentrum Epicentrum is located in the heart of Jakarta’s business district on an area of 53.5 ha where PT Bakrieland Development Tbk built apartments, hotels, shopping centres, offices, meeting places, and Bakrie Tower as a potential icon of Jakarta. Bakrie Tower features a cutting-edge design by world-class architects, HO+K and Urbane. Most of its occupancy are top-notch companies who made big contributions to the national economy. Visually Bakrie Tower building has several advantages, namely the shaped twisting building structure that rotates on the axis of the building, where every floor there is a shift of about 0.47 ° or approximately 15cm. This office building is also equipped with hi-tech equipment such as fully addressable fire alarms, IP TV, VOIP, Internet, sound system, building automation systems, and others. This 50-floor tower is also equipped with a helipad.

The Energy, SCBD

Ardiansyah Basha

Ardiansyah Basha graduated from Parahyangan Catholic University in 2000 (Bachelor of Architecture) and University of New South Wales in 2002 (Master of Built Environment, Sustainable Development). He started his career at ASEAN Centre for Energy and teaching junior architects in Lembaga Pendidikan Atelier 6 (LPA6) and established his archtecture firm, Evolver Architects. www.evolveria.net

Designed by a renowned Architect, Kohn Pederson Fox, The Energy is a state-ofthe-art office building in Jakarta. This building is located in the strategic junction of Jakarta’s premier commercial Sudirman Central Business District and is owned by PT. Api Metra Graha. The Building consists of 43 floors with five basement levels and a semi-gross area of 65,686.27 sqm. The Energy consists of new high quality and smart office accommodation, with an average of 1,500 sq m floor plate. These include stateof-the-art telecommunications technology; electricity and VRV air-conditioning for personalized control.

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Interiors

SPRING CLEAN YOURSELF HAPPY

By Leslie Voorhees

ven though the seasons are indecipherable on the equator, for some reason March still brings feelings of spring and rebirth. Within this concept of newness are two special words many homeowners dread: spring cleaning! Most people I know don’t get too excited about this, but it’s actually something I look forward to since I know how improving your surroundings can lift your mood tremendously.

Bringing some change and updating your living space doesn’t necessarily require hiring an interior decorator, buying a new living set, or any sort of decorating overhaul though! Here are six simple and inexpensive tips to revive your home:

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1. GET ORGANIZED

4. DISPLAY SOME ONEOF-A-KIND ART.

This is definitely my number one! I am a strong believer that you can’t fully enjoy your space when it’s disorganized. You’d be amazed at how de-cluttering a space can refresh and simplify mundane day-today tasks. Don’t know where to start? Try identifying sources of stress. For example, are your mornings chaotic? Try colour-coding your closet to ease outfit decision-making, or pre-packing healthy snack bags and assigning a shelf in your fridge for grab-n-go. Can’t get motivated? Treat yourself to some fun and decorative storage boxes to get started. Or, try dressing up wicker baskets with ribbons or embellished cardstock as labels. Still too much? Try tackling your junk drawer (we all have them!) by up-cycling unused mugs and saucers as a decorative way to compartmentalize your effects.

2. PAINT AN ACCENT WALL Painting can be a daunting task, but choosing just one wall can make the project easier to swallow. It also allows you to pick something a little more daring since it’s only a small dose of colour. Give some energy to a mundane bathroom, ground pieces of art or wall hangings with a dark contrast, or create a dramatic backdrop to your dining set. If picking a colour is difficult, try browsing on Better Homes and Gardens’ website (www.bhg.com), they have plenty of helpful articles with lots of pictures and tips.

I know what you’re thinking—this is going to cost a fortune, right?

Wrong! Start with a beloved object: a decorative postcard, an intricate charm bracelet, a matchbook from your favourite restaurant back home, an old snapshot or a ticket stub from a memorable concert, then take it to a printers like Subur to get it copied and enlarged. Unique and close-to-yourheart. Set it against a mat and frame for a professional look. If you don’t want to pay for custom framing, swing

by Ikea next time you’re in Singapore: they have affordable mat and frame combos in a range of sizes.

5. SWAP OUT YOUR PILLOWS (or add some

if you don’t have any!).

This is similar to painting an accent wall, since it’s a way to bring in fresh colour and interest without too much commitment. A great thing about Jakarta is there are tons of places to buy fabrics and materials (try Pasar Baru), as well as the ability to customorder pillows at an affordable price. Bring in swatches from your space- fillers in the room (i.e. paint chips, sectional fabric, curtain material, etc.) to use as a basis point. Then, don’t be afraid to go a little crazy! Pillows are a perfect way to experiment with textures, materials and shapes. They’re small enough that loud and interesting patterns won’t be too overwhelming, and small enough on your wallet that you can change them out if you get sick of them.

3. ADOPT AN ANTIQUE You don’t have to fly to Bali to pick up some great pieces, we are lucky in Jakarta to have great areas nearby to find some unique treasures. I’d start with some jalan-jalan around Kemang. Stop by 'Bartele Gallery' (www.bartelegallery.com) for some amazing antique maps, or 'Confetti' to pick up a thoughtfully-curated wooden piece. Used sparingly, your living room doesn’t have to end up looking like an antique mall either: just be sure to mix in modern materials and touches, such as a metal bar-stand, an acrylic chair, or some funky, colourful vases to balance. Also, I’d encourage you to get to know the background behind a beautiful antique piece. I guarantee it will bring a smile to your face every time you walk if you know the story of how it ended up in your house.

6. REARRANGE YOUR FURNITURE This is easy because it doesn’t cost you anything! First, take a step back and really asses how each room is functioning, and brainstorm how the layout could better support these activities: make the space work for you!

Do you only use your dining set once every couple months? Push it back against the wall and open the room up for more playspace for the kids. Too much TV watching going on in your family room? Try turning the couch and chair so they face each other (rather than the TV) to encourage interactions centrally. Is your office becoming a black hole to throw papers into? Downsize your desk to force some clean-up and organization and move a chair in to make a peaceful reading space.

EVEN A FEW SIMPLE CHANGES CAN HAVE A HUGE IMPACT AND WILL CERTAINLY REVITALIZE YOUR SPACES!

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Jakarta Expat · 28 March - 10 April 2012

Meet the Expats

MEET LAILA AIRLIE DEMPSTER, THE TALENTED PORTRAIT ARTIST WITH A LOVE FOR ALL THINGS INDONESIAN. Laila, could you tell us a little about the early years of your life and when you discovered your creative talents?

I was born into a Diplomatic family with a long artistic tradition. My first studies in art were made in Barcelona, Spain, with the great Spanish Master Alfredo Sisquella from the original Barcelona group of artists of which Picasso was the most famous member. He used to delight in sketching me and would play games around the art of painting to amuse me, so unawares, I absorbed the basic Old Master’s techniques from my earliest days.

At the age of 11, studying at the British Council in Singapore, my life drawings were almost as developed as they are today, and at 17, I attended the St. Martin’s School of Art in London. At 18, I started receiving commissions for portraits and at 23 I attended the Byam Shaw School of art in London.

How did you come to settle here in Indonesia?

I came to Indonesia in 1971, to a big International congress of a world-wide spiritual movement called Subud, which is very new in the world, and its founder is a Javanese from Semarang. It’s not a religion or a science or like anything that we have ever known or heard of; It’s something you receive and feel very clearly in yourself and so has no racial or religious denomination.

It is unique to each individual, so all races, religions etc can be together and worship together as one...one humanity before one God. You’re renowned for your work as a portrait artist, could you tell us a little about your work?

I have worked primarily as a portrait artist all over the world, though now, established since 1971 in Jakarta, my work, aside from portraits also expresses my love for Indonesia, its people, traditions and landscapes. When in England I had an exhibition at the Royal Society of Portrait

Painters, and now my work, as a result of extensive travels, is to be found in collections, some important, all over the world and now my present project is for a major exhibition of new work done in Central Java.

How would you describe your style, and approach to design?

It’s rather difficult to describe my style, sort of Impressionist, would you say? What inspires me, and my approach to design... you see, I am born an artist, so whatever I do comes about quite unexpectedly and my mind is often empty, as I sing away and my hand paints away, and then after a while I stand back and see what’s been going on – often not what I had been ‘planning’ at all! I once was diligently painting a young girl in a park, concentrating on getting her ‘just right’, and when I stood back and took a break, I saw that I had painted the Mona Lisa! I was very annoyed at myself, and then two little old ladies came by and said oh “you are painting the Mona Lisa”...

What inspires your work?

What inspires my work is just beauty. The beauty of the human soul, the beauty of this world..a baby’s cheek, a bowl of fruit, the sky...light, inner light, outer light...

If you could describe yourself in five words, what would they be?

5 words to describe me (this is what I think, but maybe others don’t see me this way!) I LOVE – LIFE, PEOPLE, I CARE, I SUFFER, ENJOY. Apart from the world of art, is there anything else you are passionate about?

I deeply care about the suffering condition of children without proper education to develop themselves for their future happiness and safety in life; it’s in Indonesia, but basically world-wide.

Lastly, do you have any sage words of advice for aspiring artists?

For aspiring artists, I would just say that it is of great importance to the future safety of their existence to have a second string to their bow so that when times are lean and they must feed themseves and their families, they can do so. It’s not romantic, but starving in a garret is no fun! Smile on my face, but at the same time makes me think how something is put together. This is very much in sync with my personality I’d say! 

MEET STEPHANE POGGI, THE FRENCH INTERIOR DESIGNER WITH A PASSION FOR DISCOVERY AND DESIGN. Stephane, could you share a few things about yourself with us?

I am French, 34 years old. I graduated from a French school and I am an interior designer with the habit to like to change my environment and discover new things and new people.

How long have you been living in Indonesia, and what brought you here?

I landed in Indonesia in 2001. A friend of mine needed help to handle her furniture factory which was oriented in French style design. After seven years of management, I decided to focus on my main activity and created “Stephanoccelli Interior Design”.

Do you know of any hidden shops or areas in Jakarta for finding a great deal on furniture or home accessories?

Kemang is the place to hunt for any kind of stuff. But there are always new places to discover, depending on the project and concepts we are working on. We have to keep aware and to find new things all the time. Kemang is a great area because there is a lot of variety.

What is your signature decorating style, and how would you describe it?

Personally I don’t focus on one style, but I try to avoid to going towards “American heavy style”. For the rest I am open, because I have to absorb the needs of my clients to create personalized concepts. The relationship and the time spent with clients helps me to build something unique in symbiosis with the soul of the client.

What part of your work do you love

most, and why?

I would say creation and client relationships because both of them are related for me. When I meet new people, discover a new personality, and new manners it opens my eyes to a new vision.

How long does it typically take to finish a project?

Wow, very good question...always longer than expected! But it takes time to create and coordinate everything to get the best result. I will say it usually takes from three months to 1 year.

What type of architecture are you personally drawn to?

My focus is more on interior design than architecture but personally I like clean and functional buildings with a touch of futurism. You could say that the “French Art Deco” period fits quite well with me!

Are there any particularly impressive buildings or spaces that you’ve come across here in Indonesia that suit your aesthetic?

Maybe Monas...just joking! I would say colonial houses or old authentic Chinese temples. To see and understand the way people lived before us is important. I think that culturally, it is important to understand the past to be able to handle the future.

What is your most cherished possession?

My colourful baccarat glass collection, or an old wine opener from my grandfather that he used to bring when he went hunting for mushrooms.

Best piece of decorating advice for anyone thinking of redecorating their home?

Carpets, lamps, paintings and photos can easily help to create a new atmosphere in any home!

To get in touch with Stephane, email him at stephanoccelli@yahoo.fr 

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Jakarta Expat · 28 March - 10 April 2012

Once You Reach

45

By: Dr. Madan M. Vasandani

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of the main causes of low quality of life in the elderly is Obesity. A er the age of 45, a person’s metabolism decreases significantly and this leads to excessive deposi on of fat. The main reason behind this slowed metabolism is decrease in muscle mass and in males a decrease in the levels of Testosterone. Females usually gain weight a er menopause because of hormonal imbalance. To slow down the muscle mass drop, ensure you eat a high protein diet and couple with strength training exercises. Men, make sure you get your Testosterone checked. Low T is one of the most under diagnosed condi on in males. Some of the effects of Low Testosterone is Obesity, Erec le dysfunc on, Tiredness and Lethargy and other metabolic condi ons.

am true believer of preven ve medicine. I believe that most diseases or most disease complica ons can be prevented if a person takes care of himself or herself to the hilt. To all of you who have reached the age of 45, congratula ons! Jakarta is a difficult city and if you are s ll alive and kicking at the age of 45, trust me it is an achievement. Now that you are 45, what should you do to keep going? Remember if you keep yourself healthy you will lead a good life for the next 30 or 35 years. If you do not take care of yourself especially a er the age of 45, your life may not be comfortable because you could be ravaged by diseases, which could exhaust the life out of you. Here are some useful ps that everyone above the age of 45 should follow: 1.

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GUARD YOUR HEART ͵ A er the age of 45 the heart deteriorates at a very fast pace. To ensure that your heart is healthy you should exercise at least 3x/week, 30 minute per session, eat heart healthy food rich in Omega 3 and fibres and ensure that you get your blood pressure, cholesterol and treadmill test done. Decreasing your cholesterol and keeping your blood pressure in check significantly decreases the risk of a heart a ack in the next 10 years. Make sure you meet your physician and ask him for a heart check up.

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CANCER PROTECT YOURSELF ͵ The common saying “Ignorance is bliss” does not work for cancer. People refuse to get a cancer check because they are scared if the result is posi ve. Remember Cancer is treatable if detected early. Ladies ensure you get a 5 yearly mammogram and a yearly PAP smear a er the age of 45. Make sure a tumor marker test is part of your rou ne medical checkup. Ensure you give your daughter the Cervical

Cancer vaccine.

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GUARD YOUR EYES ͵ If you are finding it difficult to read this ar cle, make sure you make a visit to the Ophthalmologist.

Get a thorough eye check up. Eye condi ons that starts creeping up a er the age of 45 includes Cataract, Glaucoma, Diabe c and Hypertensive Re nopathy. If you are Diabe c or Hypertensive it is especially important to rule out the above condi ons.

Remember early detec on, simpler treatment, and be er outcome.

GUARD YOUR BRAIN ͵ Alzheimer and other condi ons causing demen a starts to move in a er the age of 45. The single greatest system ever designed in the history of the universe is your brain.

Your brain is responsible for your every thought, emo on and behavior. Our brains need exposure to environments that are enriched, complex and novel.

Exposure to enriched environments across your lifespan will lead to new brain cell development and increased cellular connec ons. Increased cellular connec ons or ‘brain reserve’ may help to delay onset of neurodegenera ve diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Proper nutri on also delays the onset of neurodegenera ve condi ons. Some of

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Eat healthier foods

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Increase you intake of Omega 3 fa y acids, walnuts and unsalted nuts

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Increase your intake of an oxidants

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Eat colored fruits like grapes, apples, cantaloupe and berries and vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables

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Decrease you intake of processed foods and red meats

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Eat one sit down meal a day with others

I hope you benefited from this ar cle.

Remember now that you have this knowledge it is me to convert it into wisdom. Wisdom is enac ng your knowledge. Get up from that seat and get healthier. A peaceful, comfortable and healthy ‘re rement’ is only possible if you put in the effort at the earliest possible me. Call Global Assistance Medical Centre at 29978988 if you have any concerns about your health.

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Jakarta Expat · 28 March - 10 April 2012

Personal Tech & Apps

Design in

By Juan G. Leysner

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one are the days of standing with a bent back and cramped fingers behind a drafting table, with pencil and ruler hand-designing on paper vellum, designing a new model of car, a bridge, or a building.

If things went wrong, you’d have to use your eraser or, in the worst case, completely discard the unfinished drawing and start anew from scratch. This could also be the case if in the mean while, a change in plans or designs occurred.

Unfortunately, erasing and/or discarding were the only two options available. With the introduction of CAD and 3D design software things become much better and easier in those disaster scenarios mentioned above.

From the 1980s, Computer Aided Design, or C.A.D., reduced the need for draftsmen considerably; especially small to midsized companies. The affordability of these CAD-programmes, as well as their being able to run on personal computers, allowed engineers to do their own drafting work; eliminating the need for entire drafting departments. The days of handdesigned final drafts are all but over. Engineers no longer need protractors or compasses to create drawings: they use CAD software instead.

Many companies have now advanced to 3D and/or CAD. One such example is PT Badja Indonesia: a company designing buildings, bridges, and tunnels using sophisticated 3D software.

The company started engineering back in 2004, making plans for infrastructure and buildings in full 3D, even featuring advanced concrete rebar modelling.

According to Managing Director Hans Grasmayer, there is not much difference -especially timewisebetween paper designing and 3D-CAD, but that if an error is made or a change in design is decided upon, it is far easier to alter or correct on a computer than on paper. Furthermore, he says that 3D modelling has the advantage of allowing you to view a design from all angles, allowing you to spot flaws earlier (as well as being sub-zero cool to watch. If you want to know how cool, contact Hans: hans.grasmayer@ ptbadja.com). See below a 3D drawing made on a PC and the end product.

I think it is only fair to say that, so far as graphic design and 3D modelling are concerned, the most suitable personal computer: a powerful processor, sublime graphical properties, plenty of on-board memory, and of course picture perfect representation on a huge screen, it may be considered one-of-a-kind.

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However, for all you Windows lovers out there, here’s a decent minimum configuration for 3D CAD:  Windows 7 / 64 bit Multi-Core CPU (e.g., Intel i5, i7) 6 GB of Memory 50 GB of available hard disk space 1 GB high performance video card (e.g., NVIDIA or ATI) 12 inch monitor

If you are considering buying a new computer system in order to run 3D software, here are a few tips and hints: More memory is better... up to a point

64-bit operating systems are able to access more memory than 32-bit operating systems; so having 64-bit versions of 3D software and a 64-bit operating system, you’ll be able to work with larger, more complex models.

Most rendering is performed by the Video Card A higher end video card (like NVIDIA or ATI) with more than 512 MB of dedicated onboard memory can improve your 3D rendering and response times. Ray Traces and Artistic Rendering Techniques are performed by the CPU, not the Video Card.

Ray Traces and Artistic Rendering Techniques are performed by the CPU; not by the Video Card Ray Trace Rendering and Artistic Rendering Techniques (watercolour, line drawing, etc.) are highly parallel tasks performed by your system CPU, rather than by your video card.

The number of processor cores available is the most important factor in improving the speed of ray tracing and artistic rendering. Memory and CPU speed are also factors that can contribute to improved performance.

Multiple and/or larger displays can improve productivity Think about adding a second monitor to expand your desktop and work space. If you opt for a second monitor, make sure you go beyond the minimum recommended video memory.

Design your own dream house?

Design your dream home using computer software. There are a wide variety of software programmes available that will guide you through the creation of your perfect palace. You’ll see your design on screen in a three-dimensional format. Most software offers more than just walls and a roof, too: you’ll be able to include furniture, lighting, flooring and appliances.

Pick and choose where things look best, and then print off the home of your dreams. http://www.techmixer.com/free-home-design-software-download/

simplifiedorganizedliving.com Based out of Jakarta, Indonesia Simplified assists clients in making a hassle-free lifestyle change. Indonesia Simplified offers both interior design and organizational services. Deciding which household items to be sold, donated, stay, or repurposed can be overwhelming. You give the word and Simplified takes care of the rest. They have a professional eye for detail and the desire to make "de-cluttering" an easy process for any client.

Simplified also helps with the interior design of your home. Decorators work with clients to achieve the desired look and showcase each home at its best. Their decorator will help choose furnishings, accessories and colours for your home, or help redecorate using what you already have in new and creative ways.

View their Interiors Gallery to see examples of their work.

Design your own clothes?

There are many fashion design software systems that create professional fashion sketches that are above and beyond industry standards –plus it’s easy to use.

With clothing templates and fabrics, designs can be created quickly and efficiently. Even a person who has never designed before will find it easy to design with fashion design software.

If you have ever wanted to design your own collection, 3D design is the tool to do it with. 3D digital fashion is used by schools, companies, professional designers and beginners the world over. http://virtual-fashion.en.softonic.com/download And what to say about the design of Jakarta Expat – It gets better every week, does it not? 

JUAN G. LEYSNER Juan G. Leysner has lived and worked in Jakarta for over 10 years and is the founder of 2 db.mobi www.2dbarcodesolutions.com

toko-murah.info Looking for a great deal on furniture? Visit Toko-murah.info, the overstock furniture outlet. Toko Murah represents stock from over 38 companies in Indonesia and guarantees the best prices on a wide variety of furniture and handicrafts. Based out of Yogyakarta, their catalogue is updated daily and has everything from tables, chairs, cabinets to paintings and even handbags.

Toko-murah.info also offers an email newsletter subscription service for information on the newest products and best offers. To place an order simply call their Indonesian speaking line at 085 290 879 973, or their English speaking line at 081 325 679666.

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Jakarta Expat · 28 March - 10 April 2012

Keeping Heritage

THE ARTISAN’S TABLE W

hen you see a Kain Ikat you may think to yourself, “Hmm, that’s pretty. Maybe I’ll buy that for Mum.” If you stop and take a close look at one of these works of art, you’ll notice how extremely intricate they are, and if you take a time out to chat with Sharon Tobing, founder of the Artisan’s Table, you’ll realise how much work and effort and years of learning went into making that one traditionally woven material and how some of these traditions are dying off, at a faster rate than we’d care to know.

The Artisan’s Table was started three years ago when Sharon went searching for local

artisans, craftsmen and women to give them the opportunity to earn an extra income in the hopes of saving traditional methods of crafts-making which includes using natural dyes. Chemical dyes are readily available and much easier to use, wiping out traditional methods of using leaves, bark and even certain fruits to create colours. When Sharon finds artisans still using these traditional methods, she gives them a market by selling their unique items in Jakarta every two or three months for a period of two days at her open house.

Currently she is working with 40 artisans, all over the age of 40 and living in poverty, some in hard to reach regions of Indonesia.

Each artisan brings individual and unique hand-made crafts to the table. “All the products are functional with everyday uses,” Sharon tells me. Items include tablecloths, selendang (shawls which can also double up as table runners), napkins, ceramics, sunhats, baskets, batik, ikat, and lurik. The point is to be able to use all these things in your everyday life.

Batik is a cloth that traditionally uses a manual wax-resist dyeing technique, originating in Java. Lurik is derived from a classical Javanese word lorek, meaning stripes, or pattern.

Although the weaving of Lurik is technically very simple, the colour combinations and the careful arrangement of the

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stripes and squares produces enchanting motifs. The defining characteristic of Ikat is the dyeing of patterns, by means of bindings, into the threads before cloth construction, the weaving of the fabric, takes place. With all of these cloths, no two pieces are the same and are all great as gifts.

Sharon tells me of an interesting story of one of her artisans from Bali who, after the Bali bombing of 2002, went back to his village to try and revive its economy by making naturally dyed batik.

He didn’t follow traditional batik designs of Java and began designing whatever he wanted.

The results are beautiful and unique creations, bringing out imagery of Dutch colonial tiles, floral patterns and other uninhibited creative ideas.

“Artisans are lovely, passionate people. What they do is self expression as well as an art form.” Sharon loves being surrounded by all the beauty and if it means she supports these people, she’s happy. UNESCO designated Indonesian batik as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in 2009 and insisted that Indonesia preserve this heritage. Sharon has had a great effect in preserving this cultural heritage and her efforts should be applauded.

Come along to her next open house and support the local artisans of this country. You’ll also get great gifts each with a story to tell! 

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Jakarta Expat · 28 March - 10 April 2012

Light Entertainment To find out more about live stand-up comedy in Indonesia please e-mail jakarta@thecomedyclub.asia text or call 0821 1194 3084 or register at www.thecomedyclub.asia

WHO THE HELL ARE ''THEY''?

by Eamonn Sadler

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n my opinion the “Post It” note is one of the simplest and cleverest inventions of the 20th century, but it was invented by a couple of dumbasses. Unlike most inventions, which are usually brought into being by genuises as solutions to problems, the Post It note was actually an accidental solution to a problem that nobody knew existed.

A research scientist at 3M called Spence Silver made a glue that didn’t stick very well. Why he did so remains a mystery, because it was apparently about as much use as a chocolate frying pan. Around the same time, Spence’s colleague Art Fry, who worked in product development at 3M, found that his pesky bookmark kept falling out of his hymn book in church. He used the glue to hold it in place and found that no marks were left on the paper after he removed it.

Then, as a test, they gave a bunch of secretaries at 3M a pad of notepaper each with the glue on the back to see what would happen.

Soon the notes were everywhere.

Then they decided that the notes should come in various sizes for various uses and should be fluorescent yellow, pink, orange, blue and green and behold, one of the most low profile yet useful inventions of the 20th century was born. In this case, “they” were the brilliant Spence Silver, who managed to invent an ostensibly useless glue, and the visionary Art Fry, who couldn’t figure out how to keep a bookmark in his hymn book even though everybody else seemed to manage just fine (and still do).

This particular “they” did us all a favour.

In automatic cars, why did “they” decide we would push the gear

However there are countless other

Last Edition's Winner Damn, I think that’s my wife up ahead...”

“theys” who make decisions that just make you want to pull your hair out. Like the location of the “Caps Lock” key on your computer keyboard for example. Right there next to the “A” key where we “hunt and peck” typists can easily hit it accidentally and type whole sentences in capital letters before looking at the screen. And “they” make it twice the size of the other keys just to help us hit it more often. Why don’t “they” make the bloody thing smaller and put it out of the way? How often do you use it anyway? And the little tiny invisible button on the side of your laptop that opens the DVD tray. Why don’t “they” make it bright red and put it on the top where you can see it?

Why do “they” do this to us?

stick forward to go backwards, and backwards to go forward? Why did “they” decide the bonnet (or hood) release in most cars would be hidden under the dashboard where you can’t find it? Why don’t “they” just put a big button on the dashboard along with all the others with a little picture of a car with the bonnet open next to it? Same for the boot (or trunk) and fuel cap releases.

I believe we have the technology.

“They” are mostly designers rather than inventors. The caps lock key is a great and necessary invention.

“They” put it in the worst possible place and made it too big. The bonnet, boot and fuel releases are necessary parts of the wonderful invention that is the motor car.

“They” decided these things would be located in places where only blind people would be able to find them.

But “they” seem to be having a competition. And it’s a competition to see who can design the most complicated, dangerous and impossible-to-use shower controls for hotel rooms. Some of these contraptions look like things you might find in a medieval torture chamber. Chrome levers, switches, taps and knobs that leave you confused and shivering while standing naked in the bathtub. And in many cases temperature levers that stick out far enough for you to accidentally knock them well into the red with your behind when you turn and bend over to pick up the soap, thereby sending scalding hot water straight down your ultra-sensitive nether regions. It’s just plain evil.

Come the glorious day, “they” will be the first against the wall. 

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Jakarta Expat · 28 March - 10 April 2012

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- 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom - 106 M2 - Fully Furnished - TV, Stereo, Workstation - Kitchen includes Crockery, Cutlery, Cooking Utensils Facilities:

Swimming Pool, Sauna, Fitness Center, Childrens playground Mini Mart, Dry Cleaner, Salon on premisis Rental Price: $1,500 / month Minimum 1 year contract For more information, please contact: property@jakartaexpat.biz or call 081317722271

Modern Apartment Available For Rent/Sale 1 Bed Room in The Mansion at Kemang. Full furnished, elegant, modern, and located at the heart of South Jakarta.

Description:

In room facilities: intercom, cable TV. Outside facilities: finger-print access, olympic size swimming pool, fitness center, Kem Chicks super market, 1 (one) lot free parking space, banks, ATM, etc. Restaurants, bars, and various stores in walking distance.

Tranquil Oasis in the Heart of Kemang Family Friendly Secure Townhouse for rent Newly Renovated 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom 200 M2 Furnished Common Area includes:

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- Swimming Pool, BBQ Area - Mini Gym, Courtyard, Playground - Perfect for families with children - 18 units in secured complex - With 24 hour security

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Price: $1900 USD / Month 1 year minimum

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Business & Networking

BAZAAR BLOK S & BRANDED GARAGE SALE! BRITCHAM BUSINESS & SOCIAL GATHERING 29 Mar 2012 Cost: * Members: Rp. 200.000 * Non Members: Rp. 320.000 Located at the heart of a vibrant city-centre hub,voted our most popular business networking platform, this is an excellent opportunity to exchange views, solicit information, and seek out business opportunities. Light snackswill be served throughout the evening together with a 2.5 hour free flow of wine, beer, soft drink, juice and free flow Gilbey’s Gin & Tonic! We encourage all BritCham Members to bring along their colleagues, guests, and friends to take full advantage of this month’s Members’ Business & Social Gathering.These Business & Social Gatherings drive intra-membership business!

BOOK NOW! events@britcham.or.id Location: TBA on RSVP Web Site: www.britcham.or.id Email: events@britchams.or.id

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 - Sat, 31 Mar 2012 Location: Lapangan Blok S, Kby Baru Jl. Suryo, Jak-Sel Email: bazaarqita@yahoo.com BAZAAR BLOK S & BRANDED GARAGE $ALE is back and offers the FUN-tastic $hopping therapy whilst enjoying the culinary!

Also feat. Garage $ale corner by Celebrities! Price from 25K - 150K only! All transactions will be donated for charity . Enjoy discounts up to 90% !!! Shoppers can buy and save as most items which range from apparels, accessories, home decor to dining and shopping will be offered at BIG discounted prices!

Shop min Rp 100,000 and WIN 8 Doorprizes (dry iron, photo frame, etc) Facilities: - Toilets - Dining Area - Parking Area 0816 1147307 | 0816 1965174

Sport

Bazaar & Shopping

Music

BIKE AGAINST AIDS BY GRANDKEMANG JAKARTA ONE SUN DAY FLEA MARKET Sun, 01 Apr 2012 Location: Jl. Bangka Raya No. 27 Kemang OSD Round 6. Let’s come, supporting the locals and enjoy the day out door with fun music. Full of cute products from new and used items. Fashion, art, food, books, etc… I’ll see you there with friends and family.

For more info: http://www.internations.org/events/view/one-sunday-flea-market:::23272

OLIVIA NEWTON JOHN LIVE IN JAKARTA Sun, 08 Apr 2012 Location: Grand Ballroom, Hotel Mulia, Jl. Asia Pasific.

Web Site: www.rajakarcis.com

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 6.30A.M - Onwards Jl. Kemang Raya 2H Kebayoran Baru Jakarta www.grandkemang.com Email: ingo@grandkemang.com

Ticket price: * Diamond : Rp. 3.500.000 * Gold : Rp. 2.500.000 * Silver : Rp. 1.500.000 * Bronze : Rp. 850.000

It's time to Care for Children with AIDS Registration : IDR 75.000 Incl: * T-Shirt * Snacks * Donation * Tour Museum Gajah . Get Door Prize RSVP : Riena * Phone: +6221 719 4121 Ext. 8123 * Email: riena@restyle-international.com

Buy ticket at: * Rajakarcis.com : +62 21 8282 137 * Blackbox : +62 21 7007 7979 * Panorama Tour : +62 21 2556 5151 * Ibu Dibjo : +62 21 3139 1178

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Food & Drink

NEGEV

An Oasis in a Busy Desert

by Angela Richardson

new restaurant has the X factor. When you enter, you feel class ooze out of its multi faceted walls. Surrounding you are sculptures, carvings, and paintings hang on the extremely high ceilings facing down on you. There’s a lot to keep your eyes busy in Negev, including the large attentiongrabbing wall carving behind the long bar titled ‘Evolution’. But don’t be put off by its grand designs - Negev is a casual dining restaurant and gallery bar with warm hospitality, spicing up the culinary area of Kuningan in Jakarta.

This

Negev is still a new kid on the block, opening only 6 months ago and is one with ‘The Harvest’ cake shops where I believe the best cheesecake in Jakarta comes from. Food and Beverage Director, Eric Gouteyron created the desserts at Negev as he does at The Harvest. Hailing from France, Eric has been a pastry chef his whole life, working at the River Cafe in New York for 17 years and was based in Dubai before he moved to Indonesia one year ago.

“I worked with many Indonesians in Dubai.

They’re very nice people and that was the best team I had actually,” he tells us, partly why he made the move to Jakarta.

In Dubai, Eric worked with Chef Chandra who coincidentally is Negev’s Executive Chef. “Dubai in 2007 was fun and full of competition,” says Chandra. He moved from Dubai to a five star hotel in Jakarta, rejoining hands with Chef Eric at Negev again by accident and without forethought.

Kismet? Well the proof is in the taste and tasty it sure is.

The menu is East meets West and presentation is inventive. We sampled a juicy Salmon from the Grill, served with a Papaya Barbeque sauce, followed by Spring Baby Chicken, Beef Ravioli and an incredibly rich and moreish Mushroom Risotto. Thumbs up to Chef Chandra. Try the Mushroom Soup which wins the best looking dish prize.

Then came the moment I’d been waiting for... desserts. Chef Eric proudly brings forth a warm Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Cream which made me want to wrap a blanket around me and snuggle up in front of an open fire, followed by the beautiful Negev Chocolate Bar, a name that doesn’t do this dessert justice – Dark Chocolate Sebayon Mousse, layered Crunchy Praline with Coffee Ice Cream, caramelized Pine Nuts and Nougatine with homemade Marshmallow. Presented so inspiringly and with so much care, this dessert is a must try and make sure to take the perfect bite, loading your spoon with a bit of each segment to truly appreciate all the flavours that make up this masterpiece.

Felicitations Chef Eric.

The Negev is a desert in Israel and this Negev is an oasis in Jakarta. A great place to entertain with impressive lavish interiors and equally delicious cuisine and a place which will have you coming back for more. 

Negev

City Plaza Building Ground Floor Jl. Gatot Subroto No. 42

Ph: +62 21 52971333 www.negevresto.com Closed on Sundays

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2008 Harley Davidson Road King Screaming Eagle. 110 cubic inch engine and Rinehart pipes, a combination that's caused my house to shift on its foundation a few times. About 3500 km on the counter and I keep it in my house. Fully legal with blue book and stnk and the tax has been paid until July 2012. Asking Rp400million. dunderduck@gmail.com

House for sale Rp. 25 Billion in Menteng (central of Jakarta), strategic location only 10 minutes to main road kuningan or thamrin area. Fresh air in front of big and famous Garden in Jakarta. Consist of 3 main building: main house, pavilion, garage + rooms, 2 storey, Private swimming pool, wide land 650 meter square, wide building 400 meter square, Appropriate for family living, office space or home stay business. Pavilion facilities: 1 main bedroom with bath room inside, Office room, warehouse, car port for 2 cars. Main House facilities: 1 main bed room with bath room inside (1st floor), 3 bed rooms and 1 bath room (2nd floor). Garage + rooms Facilities 1st floor: Garage for 2 cars, car port for 2 cars, 4 Maid rooms, 1 washing room. 2nd floor: 3 bed rooms with bath rooms inside, little kitchen. Info: dian.corry@gmail.com / 08111 88 1214

Houses for rent at Kemang, Cipete, Cilandak, Pejaten Barat, Pondok Indah. Big garden, S'pool, Complex, with 4/5 Bar. Ph. 0816859551 - 081287488717. email: nantha_ realtor@yahoo.com . Sunday open FOR RENT: Very nice furnished apartment in Four Seasons Re s i d e n c e s / Ku n i n g a n / J a k a r t a Selatan for rent. Nice view to Pool and garden. Very good price.

Available immediately.

Please contact slagos09@gmail.com or send a sms to 0811140257.

Luxurious rooms for rent in Senayan Area. Jl. Patal Senayan IV no.27.

Fully Furnished including 32"LCD TV, Fridge, Kingkoil bed, Internet, TV Cable and ensuite bathroom. Price starting at Rp.3.900.000 per month.

For more detail go to www.facebook. com/wismapertenunan, email at jakartacityrentals@gmail.com or contact Ron @0818 770 619 For rent : Apart. Cosmo Residance.

3 bdroom + 1 maidroom. Furnished.

300 mtr from Grand Indonesia Thamrin 0812-80937179 / Mega ≈ Roommate Wanted ≈ For a two storey house. Ground floor is being offered. The ground floor of a unique country style, furnished home, a serene retreat from hectic Jakarta.

Located at : JL. Lebak Bulus II No. 58.

Very suitable for singles or couples.

Unbeatable price : IDR 8.500.000 / month - (Including maid – can cook for tenant as well, gardener/guard and utilities).Privacy guaranteed, separate entrance. Please call Lia – 081317722271 FOR RENT: 2 bedroom + 1 bath apartment at Hampton's Park Pondok Indah. Fully furnished. Equipped with AC & water heater. Unit is located on the 3rd floor, tower A. Rent cost: Rp 9 million/month (includes maintenance fee). Call/sms to: 0813 802 333 99 (Ibu Mahmuda - owner) FOR RENT: Pakubuwono Residence 2+1 Study Room 184 M2, Fully Furnished, 0816783345 or BBM 21DFF3E8.

For rent one bedroom apartment, Cosmo Terrace, Thamrin City, new, fully furnished, 40qm, USD 700/ month, clean, min rent 6 months, walking distance to Plaza Indonesia, 24 hours security, swimming pool, fitnest centre, swimming, mini market, stores, mall, food courts, pictures available, call/SMS owner 08129196938 CILANDAK TIMUR, Jl. Bakti Kav. 22, KKO. Superb tropical & quiet house, 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, full basement with 3 servants rooms+baths, large luxurious garden

and big pool + gazebo & bbq. 5min drive to Cilandak Commercial Estate.

Owners 0816834710 & 08161873891

Pak Odang was my driver for one and a half years since January 2011.

He has worked as a driver for seven years, and he is a very safe, quickthinking, and a punctual driver, with a very good- natured and patient character. He speaks and understands some English. He would prefer to work in South Jakarta (his house is in Cinere), and he is willing to work long hours. My family and I (Mrs.Roy) are returning home to Malaysia in mid- June 2012, he would be available for work from July this year. Please call me for a direct recommendation or enquires (for either a personal or company- based driver) at: 081384285185 and 0217503194 (after 6pm on weekdays and anytime on weekends). Or email: basanti201059@yahoo.com .Pak Odang is also contactable at: 085311214324 or 085286699699 We are leaving and would very much like to place our maid Yum if we can. She has been wonderful and completely trustworthy she has worked for expats for years. She can cook basic Indonesian food, cleans the house and takes care of the laundry. Yum worked for us 3 times a week (Mo.,Wed. and Fr.), 9am-5pm.

She is looking for a work in Kuningan or Menteng She will be available from March 15. on. *please send a sms to: 081218479496 Lestari (our live-in Indonesian maid) for eleven years- four years in Malaysia and seven years in Indonesia is looking for a job as a maid/nanny or both in North or West Jakarta, Jababeka, Bekasi Timur or Bekasi Barat. She is 42 years old and, as she is now considered as part of our family, we would like for her to work in a compassionate family environment. She can cook excellent Indian, Chinese, Western, Italian, and Indonesian Food. She has ‘green fingers’, being an ex- farmer herself, is a great barber (cut all our hair regularly), a handyman, tailor, and has a very meticulous way of cleaning the house, preparing food, doing the laundry, etc. She is a very courageous, hard-working, adaptable, motivated and far-sighted person. She understands good English, excellent Bahasa Malaysia and Indonesian. I can personally vouch for her integrity, strength of character and work experience at these phone numbers: 081384285185 and 021-7503194 (after 6pm on weekdays and anytime during the weekends). Email to: basanti201059@yahoo.com. Lestari is also contactable at this number: 082124034368 Chintya here. I am looking part time job on weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Currently I already have half day job on every Saturday morning.

In Pondok Indah area. I am doing grocery shopping and personal assistant for 2 houses there. I come to the house, they gave me a car that I can drive for shopping. Take the car - shopping - drop the stuff - and give them back the car - done. If you need someone to standby/ supervise if your pool man or any maintenance

come to check your AC and else, I can also do it. I also understand some about the AC and electrical, since I was working as building management few back ago (PT. Alun). I can do event crew, data base, and else. Contact me at my email nengchin@cleguk.com. Will give you my number in my private email if you interested. For the area, only includes Pondok Indah, Kemang, Sudirman and Kuningan area.

Looking for a work as a house maid, speak english, Live out, work monday to friday 0812 9863 5176 Female, Bachelor Degree in Economics / Management, having 12 years experience in Finance / Accounting / Administration in international organization (nonprofit). Seeking for a permanent job / suitable position in fields of Finance / Accounting / Administration and other related areas. Fluency in English and computer skills. Please contact e-mail : seek_work@hotmail.com

We are looking for an Indonesian General Assistant for a diplomatic Mission a newly college graduate are welcome to apply. Please send your CV to jakartapm@gmail.com. The Permanent Mission of the Philippines.

I am looking for live-in maid to take care of my dogs and do basic cleaning & cooking. We have no children so the job is quite easy & relaxed. We can offer a good salary, but must love dogs and take care of my 2 friendly small dogs, speak a little English and be able to provide references. Please kindly call 0812 80483636 if interested.

5 Star Prestigious Hotel, Located in golden triangle (CBD area) of Kuningan, South Jakarta, looking for partners to open Fine Dining Restaurant or Lounge or Cigar Bar at the Jakarta City with the most breathtaking & panoramic sky view from 36th floor. Looking for well established brands to join hands to match with our concept & uniqueness as matched to our modern hotel ambience. Interested Party to post: • Company Profile • Proposal Letter • Picture of existing outlet (if any) • Name and complete contact information Email to: Shielamht88@gmail.com We need female models for our fitting session that is done oncethree times in a week. Payment will be done twice per month.

The product includes Underwear, Swimwear & Outerwear. The face will not be captured in the fitting session.

Requirement : -Size B75 and 80C. -Minimum height 160 cm. -Body weight is normal and proportional.

Send your data and body pictures to recruitment_puls@yahoo.com.

Central Jakarta based training provider is looking for experienced, enthusiastic English teachers to work on a full time or part time basis. Available immediately, the role involves teaching adults in a corporate environment as part of their in-house training. Send your CV to recruitment@kpiconsultancy.com

Ubud, Bali—friendliest, coziest hotel/ homestay in Ubud. Charming and very inexpensive, your hostess, Ibu Oka Kartini. Call me on 08123839867.

Also looking for investing partner (small investment) to expand and improve our lovely hotel.

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child or if you have questions related to Special Education and related support-services in Jakarta, Singapore, Shanghai and Manila, please feel free to contact me at teacher.specialeducation@gmail. com. and I will be happy to be of help.

I have baby rabbits, +/- 2 months old for adoption. Bought from a breeder who underfed them, but they're healthier now. My only concern is that I don't have outdoor area where they can play, which they will need when they get bigger. Rabbit lovers with pet-friendly homes preferred. (afzalunnisa.k@gmail.com) For Sale: Playstation 3 console 160gb.

Only 1month old, barely used. Comes with 1x controller, HDMI cable and x2 games. Rp.2,000,000.00. Contact mitch.entertainment@hotmail.com

An ex Jakarta resident runs this service. We are experts based in England who can advise on UK schools/school fees/visa and guardian services. Check out our website: www.queensenglish.info

Blok B No. 22 Cipinang Kabembem Jakarta Timur 13240. 0219602950 2/08979332879/087885296161/0 85781173576 - PIN BB : 300A2424.

Bandung - Jl. Banjarnegara No. 13 Antapani Bandung. (022) 7203042 +6281394624172 - Pekalongan (0285) 9104091 - excellentprivat@gmail.com. http://expatriateindonesia.com/

INTERNATIONAL, DOMESTIC, LOCAL, OFFICE MOVING, STORAGE …

Call Francois 085 8838 98678, email: francois@safeway.co.id, or Lanny 081 3166 61874, email: lanny@safewayrelo.com www.safewayrelo.com “RELOCATION MADE EASY” Have the Coolest Party With BINTANG PARTY EXPRESSWe deliver and serve Bintang & Heineken Draught beer to your door, just email to : party_express@yahoo.com or dial 0818 948 627 and 759 4611 Greeting! CayRus.com is an online retailer of imported fresh cut flowers and branded name home appliances managed by expat. On our website, you will find flowers for any occasions; ready for delivery.

Furthermore, no more tears looking around for branded home appliances. Do logon to our website.

Happy Shopping!

TRAVELING? LET US HELP YOU! As your partner in business, we aspire to provide service standards that are faster, more accurate and more reliable. Contact us now to assist you for all your travel needs. PT. Amazing World Explorer T&T. Kemang Square, 3rd floor unit III-12. Jl. Kemang Raya no. 5. Phone: 7179 4722 awe.tours@gmail.com

Medical evacuation health & life insurance. Let us diagnose your needs. Contact Paul Beale, mobile: +62 816 137 0663, office: 021-5220990 E: paulbeale@gms-financial.com

For over 14 years, Living in Indonesia, A Site for Expatriates has provided expats with “Practical Information” to help smooth the transition to their new life in Indonesia. Choose from 1,200+ articles – all written by expats to address the specific concerns of expats. Living in Indonesia, A Site for Expatriates www.expat.or.id LEARN INDONESIAN LANGUAGE FOR EXPATRIATE. PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS COME TO YOUR HOME OR OFFICE. CONTACT: Jl. Albezia VI.

EILUX WATCH WINDERS. Most innovated technology mimicking human wrist action to keep your automatic watches fully wound with no possibility of over-winding.

Innovated technology you can trust. Satisfaction and Lowest Price Guaranteed.Visit us at: SENAYAN TRADE CENTER (STC) G-121, Jl. Asia Afrika, Jakarta or call 021.70078262/ 081110677

Visit our wine boutique at Jl. Kemang Raya 45B. Open daily 10am - 2am.

Wine price list inquiry, Wine delivery, reservation and private function please call 02171792577, nurul@ vinplus.biz, punny@vinplus.biz"

An Indonesian needs a partner to improve English and I will help you to improve your Bahasa Indonesia.

Contact: salsabila2510@yahoo.com 085655576099

These two super friendly female dogs need a new home to guard.

They love to be around people and will let you sleep soundly at night.

"Broni" is a 7 year old American pitbull terrier, and "Underdog" is her daughter and pet. dunderduck@gmail.com

ISCI Soccer needs players - we play twice per week, Thursday and Sunday evenings - usually against a local team. All (adult) ages and standards welcome - play for as long (or as little) as you want. It is great fun and great exercise look forward to seeing you at ISCI Soccer! Contract - philip.cox500@ gmail.com or 0815 1302 5166.

Learn traditional Hatha Yoga at home with a certified teacher from the Yoga Institute Santacruz, Mumbai. Call 081218121304 for an appointment.

Need flexible courses? Want to study privately at home, office or in a class?

Bahasa Indonesia class starts on 6 March at the American Club. Private classes also available for Bahasa / English/ Mandarin. Qualified teachers & excellent materials.

021-68888246/0813-85590009. sibchool@sibschool.com www.sibschool.com

Relax we carry the load. Your peace of mind is our highest priority. One company Allied to Allied, over 800 locations worldwide. Your specialist in household goods moving services.

Jakarta (021) 780 7851, Surabaya (031) 749 8377, Email: info@alliedpickfords.co.id Website: www.alliedpickfords.com FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC. Professional health-care with experienced practitioners. Careful assessment and individually designed treatment plans.

Excellent results with low back and neck pain, shoulder problems, sciatica, disk herniations, headaches and migraine and other musculoskeletal disorders and wellness care. Don’t suffer another day call us today.

HOTEL KRISTAL (021) 7507090 Special Education Needs (SEN) Support. If anyone needs SpEd/ SEN Support at Home for your

For Sale: Billiards table, brand new.

Rp.15 million or best offer. Please contact Fredo at 085717929595 SPANISH LESSONS. Native speaker.

Contact: juana@vivaspanyol.com Tel: +62 81310576748.

Are you interested to learn Spanish, Chinese or bahasa indonesia?

Flexible time, teacher come to your place. Please contact us at 0817892918(mira) or 081908720198.

Qualified teachers and excellent material. We also provide native teachers.mirayustika@gmail.com I want to trade used postage stamps.

I have many stamps from various countries.Please SMS 081 7472 8036 or 0821 4361 5555.Denpasar Bali.

GOLF LESSONS AND GOLF CLUB FITTING. Looking to improve your existing golf game or learning to play, with a highly experienced Australian coach.Also available advanced golf club fitting and video swing analysis. For info please contact: Brendan on 0811 816 2377 Golf membership at Pondok Cabe Golf Course for sale. Contact Richard at rmcfield40@hotmail.com

Dining tables, chairs and stools.

Kitchen planning tools, clothes and shoes storage, glassware, king size bed, dish washing machine, Lambrella scooter made by 1967.

Please SMS or email me. My phone number is 0858 1127 4488.

Jazz/Popular/Classic Piano/Keyboard Course with modern method, a study can be at your home. Interested?

Please call : Iwan SM -(021) 96198431 - 0812-98634475 Elegant furniture for sale. Branded furniture and Decorative lamps to go at cheap price. Still in very good condition. Interested please call 0812 8075 0822.

FOR SALE: USA-bred Maltese male pups,fully vaccinated,pottytrained,100% adorable.DOB : 23/5/11 & 22/11/11 contact : 0812 8111 2848 Email : lannysoen@gmail.com For Sale : wooden dining room set oval table, 8 chairs, side board $750.00 Yamaha piano $1100,00 contact : 081370609851 - photo's on request.

Shirley Temple—publicity photos of 1940. Also old Dutch/Java and other photos/prints; and the Graphic Work of Indonesia’s most famous painter, Affandi. Dharma Mulia Galleries, Jl. Ciputat Raya 50 Ciputat, Tangerang, (South Jakarta) Email: dmulia@cbn. net.id 0811824302

Easter Soccer Camp Indoors – Pro Arena Futsal. Sharpen your Dribbling Skills quickly and make a giant leap in Skill Level in just 3 days at the SuperSkills Easter Camp! Space is limited so contact us now. Please call or SMS Rodney by March 26st to confirm a place: Tel: +62 813 8230 0027 Email: SuperSkills@ SuperSkillsSoccer.com CAMP 1.

Dates: March 27th- 29th, 2012 – Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday Time: 10:00 AM – 13:00 PM (3 Hours per day) Location: Pro Arena Futsal – Pondok Indah next to PIM1 and Pondok Indah Golf Course Cost: Rp. 575,000. full 3 day camp.

CAMP 2 Dates: April 3rd- 5th, 2012 – Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday Time: 10:00 AM – 13:00 PM (3 Hours per day)

Location: Pro Arena Futsal – Pondok Indah next to PIM1 and Pondok Indah Golf Course Cost: Rp. 575,000. full 3 day camp.

Visit: www.SuperSkillsSoccer.com NEW POOL TABLE TENDER BIRD BRAND FOR SALE ASKING RP 17.000.000 (SEVENTEEN MILLION RUPIAH) OR BEST OFFER. CONTACT NUMBER: 085717929595

Jakarta Memory Game by Werkgroep ‘72. Charity Organization.Price IDR 100.000. 40 colourful pictures of Jakarta. For Sale: JICC, Le Souq [Jl. Kemang Raya no.7] or contact www.werkgroep72.org In need of a great masseuse at a reasonable price? This Balinese lady comes to your home! Shanti has worked in Prague and now has several private customers in Jakarta.

She will travel to most parts of the city. As a number of her clients have moved on, she is looking for additional work. You may reach her at 0818 0536 1393

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