Shreya is leading the Kohler business for Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Shreya had previously worked with esteemed brands before joining KOHLER in 2014. For this article, Indonesia Design talks to Shreya about KOHLER's partnership with Galleria in Surabaya.
How has the partnership between KOHLER and Galleria been so far?
KOHLER has partnered with Galleria for more than 30 years and is well known as a pioneer in Indonesia’s sanitary ware and metal industry. Galleria’s strong commitment to quality and innovation and consistently meeting the changing needs of customers aligns with KOHLER’s vision to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
More than just a business partnership, we see Galleria as a strategic catalyst that brings KOHLER’s innovations closer to the market. Through this decades-old collaboration, we can offer a diverse range of products that meet international standards while continuously elevating consumer experiences.
This shared journey is reflected through five KOHLER showrooms that have been operated by Galleria, located in key cities including Jakarta, Semarang, Bali, and most recently, Surabaya. The opening of the Surabaya new showroom marks another important milestone for KOHLER’s presence in Indonesia, reinforcing our long-term commitment to crafting experiences of luxury, innovation, and lifestyle for discerning customers.
How is the market for KOHLER in Indonesia and, particularly, in Surabaya?
Indonesia has always been a market rich with opportunity, creativity, and design-driven ambition. As one of KOHLER’s key markets in Southeast Asia, the country’s rapid development and deep appreciation of design and innovation make it an ideal landscape for innovation-led brands like KOHLER.
Surabaya, specifically, stands out as a dynamic market with a deep appreciation for design excellence. The city’s growing community of designers, architects, and homeowners is highly attuned to global trends and premium craftsmanship. This makes Surabaya a natural extension of KOHLER’s presence in Indonesia.
We see strong awareness and appreciation for KOHLER’s design philosophy in Surabaya, not only through customer demand but also through our collaborations with respected local architects and designers. Their creative interpretations of KOHLER products reaffirm that our emphasis on luxury, innovation, and timeless design resonates deeply with the Surabaya market.