Location         : Jakarta, Indonesia

Area                : 100 Ha

Project year   : 2019 (competition entry)

Association    : Ruang Waktu Knowledge Hub for Sustainable [Urban] Development         

(in collaboration with SHAU)

 

Medan Merdeka area, including National Monument (Monas), is not just a green open space but also a historical public open space which keeps a long history of Indonesia as a nation. The design concept: “Saujana Linimasa Ekologika” (“Ecological Historical Landscape” integrates three dimensions: past, present and future, which are translated into spatial dimension.

Through this concept, the area is designed by using three design approaches (1) history and culture, (2) ecology, and (3) sustainability. The design gives a platform for the public to learn the nation’s history, provides high-quality green open spaces yet inclusive for all and has sustainable utility interventions that can answer and respond environmental issues that are faced by the city of Jakarta.

 

Design approach 1: History and Culture

The implementation of this design approach can be seen through a historical path that is located surrounding the National Monument. The path is divided into four story-telling zones that represent four historical periods in Indonesia. Zone 1: Pre-Independence Era (1800-1945). Zone 2: Post-Independence Era (1945-1964). Zone 3: Massive Development Era (1965-1998). Zone 4: Reformation Era (1998-present). Each zone has a different landscape ambience that represents the situation of each period.

 

Design approach 2: Ecology

The area is design to be an ecological corridor which can provide a high-quality green public open space that is currently very rare in the city. The landscape is arranged to attract and conserve existing biodiversity in the area. In addition to that, various sports facilities are also provided to keep Jakarta’s inhabitants active.

 

Design approach 3: Sustainability

The area is envisioned to be a centre of excellence for sustainable development pilot in the city. It is done by sustainable utility interventions, such as rainwater harvesting, flood management, waste to energy and solar cell usage.