Design Concept

The design concept uses Permaculture principles, where the design is based on observing, interacting, and working with nature. The design approach is based on social & economic issues that occurred in Cihideung Village, which aims to facilitate and encourage the community to empower independently.

Indonesia’s strategic geographical and physical location has brought advantages in overcoming domestic interest demand. This provides an opportunity for the Indonesian people to develop floriculture which consists of the cut flower industry. To ensure the success of economical development, the main commodity of ornamental plants are chosen based on the highest production value in Indonesia especially Kabupaten Bandung Barat.

Site Study & Massing

Analysis

To minimize cut & fill intervention, the mass is arranged to follow the original contour. The mass is divided into several pieces and spaced to provide space for air circulation.

The placement of the mass function based on the Sundanese philosophy of “Luhur Handap”

The shape of the lean mass and dominant facing north-south with the aim of thermal comfort and cost savings.

The layout is made simple based on the functions and beliefs of the local Sundanese people. A “Luhur Handap” belief where the highest hierarchy is at the top. Therefore, space is arranged according to its importance and hierarchy.

The appearance of the facade follows local Sundanese architecture, with a wide gable roof, stilt floors with the use of pedestal foundations. The materials used are natural and local materials, such as wood and river stone, utilizing community crafts and saving distribution costs.

Site Design

The site is designed so that it is not overexploited as much as possible, and the land is used productively not only from a social and economic perspective but also from an environmental perspective. The agricultural land area is along the river with the aim of facilitating irrigation, and the expansion of green land is applied by using the roof to become a green roof which is used as agricultural land for non-soil planting media: hydroponics, etc.

In addition, the utilization of water disposal at the site uses natural drainage, namely water channels in the form of ditches that follow the slope of the site’s topography. Rainwater harvesting facilities are provided at the site to maximize the sustainable reuse of wasted water.

ENTRANCE - SOUVENIR SHOP

Entrance Walkway

AMPHITHEATRE - GATHERING AREA