Design Beyond the District

Design Beyond the District

By Iman
9/11/2026

Transforming public spaces across PIK into open-air stages for creativity, Design Experience Installation presents a series of site-responsive works conceived in direct dialogue with their surroundings. Unfolding across the outdoor public areas of Indonesia Design District (IDD) and leading lifestyle destinations, including Batavia PIK, Central Market, By the Sea, Land’s End and Orange Grove, the programme invites visitors to experience design beyond the familiar boundaries of galleries and showrooms.

Each installation is thoughtfully developed in response to the character, atmosphere and movement of its location. Together, these works explore the cultural values embedded within Indonesian design while celebrating the richness, diversity and versatility of local materials. From traditional craftsmanship to contemporary experimentation, the programme reveals how Indonesia’s creative heritage can be interpreted through fresh and engaging perspectives.

Bringing together architects, interior designers, graphic designers, artists, fashion practitioners and creative communities, Design Experience Installation encourages a multidisciplinary exchange of ideas. The result is an immersive outdoor journey where art, design, culture and public life come together naturally within the wider IDD and PIK environment.

Curated collaborations will appear across lifestyle destinations, retail hubs, cultural venues and shared public spaces. Visitors can discover imaginative art and design installations, outdoor furniture showcases, fashion presentations and interactive experiences. Recycling and sustainability-focused activations will also highlight how responsible materials and thoughtful processes can contribute to a more considered creative future.

More than a visual showcase, the programme considers how design can influence the way people experience and connect with their surroundings. By placing creative works in accessible outdoor settings, it encourages spontaneous encounters, meaningful conversations and a stronger appreciation of design in everyday life.

Design Experience Installation ultimately transforms a journey through PIK into an inspiring exploration of Indonesian creativity, inviting everyone to pause, look more closely and experience how thoughtful design can bring energy, identity and new meaning to public space.

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