We are delighted to share that our project, Kencana Valley Compound, has received two awards from the Architecture MasterPrize Awards.

Kencana Nest was honored with “Best of the Best” in the Architectural Design – Small Architecture category. The project features a wooden pavilion constructed from glulam, showcasing and inspiring innovative use of timber as a primary material.

In addition, Kencana Valley Compound received an Honorable Mention in the Architectural Design – Green Architecture category. Beyond the wooden pavilion, the project also emphasizes the thoughtful design of wooden villas, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable architecture.

We are truly honored to receive these two awards from the Architecture MasterPrize and remain committed to continuously improving and delivering our best work.

It was such a wonderful experience for us to be invited as guest speakers at Pelita Harapan University, where we had the opportunity to share our knowledge and insights with enthusiastic students and participants who are passionate about timber construction.

The event took place on Monday, November 3rd, 2025, together with our fellow collaborator Jeshua Sadeli from Woodlam Indonesia. We shared our ideas and design process behind two of our current studio projects Intertwined Residence and Wellness Pavilion; both exploring the potential of timber as a key design element.

Hosted by Rothoblass Indonesia, this event aimed to inspire architects, designers, and engineers in Indonesia to further explore the creative possibilities of hybrid structural systems in architectural design.

It is an honor to share that Kencana Valley Compound has been voted the Public Winner of the Archello Awards 2025 in the Architecture & Wood category. This recognition represents a collective achievement, and we extend our sincere gratitude to our dedicated team, creative designers, and all collaborators who made this project possible. Being selected as the winner inspires us to continue creating architecture that celebrates wood and honors the local craftsmanship behind it.

We’re deeply honored to be recognized as the Winner of Emerging Talent category by Design Anthology. Our studio remains grounded in context, driven by care for people, and closely connected to place. Heartfelt thanks to the organizers, our dedicated team, and everyone who has supported our journey. We’ll continue to craft thoughtful, place-based architecture in collaboration with communities wherever meaningful context emerges. (2025, Oct. 2nd)

We are honored to be invited by Magran Living to share our thoughts on the topic “How Furniture Shapes Our Everyday Identity” in their Live Podcast Episode 90. In collaboration with Benda Design Hub and Bo Concept, we discussed our perspective on furniture and design identity through our journey as a design studio. We truly appreciate and are thankful for this meaningful opportunity.

K-Thengono Design Studio is proud to participate in JIA CURATED 2025, held on August 14 to 18 at Bali Festival Park, Sanur. For this exhibition, we are showcasing Joglo Reimagined, a recently completed residence that fuses the timeless character of traditional Javanese Joglo architecture with modern sensibilities. We are delighted to join this platform where designers from across the creative industry come together to exchange ideas and celebrate design innovation.

Curated by Suzy Annetta, Founder of Design Anthology, the exhibition revolves around the theme of “scale,” featuring maquettes by 24 architects from across Indonesia. From intimate residences to expansive public spaces, the showcase highlights the intersection of craft and design in architecture, shaped by rich and diverse cultural contexts.

K-Thengono Design Studio was invited to OMAH Library to share the principal’s reflections and experiences in architecture, particularly on the key influences that have shaped our journey over the past five years. During the session, we also had the opportunity to recount how we were first introduced to architecture and what it's like to grow professionally within the field.

This event was part of Dara(h) Muda, a thoughtful initiative led by Realrich Sjarief, where young and emerging architects are invited to share their architectural narratives. We’re grateful for the chance to contribute to this inspiring platform and to exchange both professional insights and personal stories from our design journey.

K-Thengono Design Studio is honored to be awarded as the winner of the “Premium House” category at the INDO BUILD TECH: Architecture Prize, with our recently completed project: The Skylit House, located in North Jakarta, Indonesia.

This modern residence blends clean contemporary lines with subtle Japanese influences, reflecting the cultural background of the homeowner. As a collaborative effort between the client, architects, and consultants, The Skylit House is a testament to the power of shared vision and thoughtful design.

We dedicate this recognition to everyone involved in bringing this home to life, your contributions made it not only buildable but truly livable.