“Previously, Indonesians emphasized the architecture of a house as a reflection of their economic situation,” interior designer Ary Juwono said in a phone interview on September 21.

“However, after more than two years at home, many people have realized the discomfort of living in poorly designed interiors.”

This awareness has sparked a growing desire to improve home interiors by focusing on comfort and overall well-being. This was clearly seen at the biennial “Colors of Indonesia” (TCOI) exhibition showcasing the latest design trends, held in Central Jakarta’s Senayan City from September 1 to 14.

During the exhibition, twelve Indonesian designers from the ID12 group presented their work in a showcase titled “Summer House”, where each designer collectively designed one or two rooms that evoke the essence of a tropical home.

“The ‘Summer House’ theme represents a bright, airy home with wide open spaces that reflects today’s design preferences,” said Ary, chair of this year’s exhibition.

Sunny and well-ventilated areas