Jia CURATED festival on Pengembak beach to showcase ecological design and local craft
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The Jia CURATED festival will transform Bali's Pengembak beach into a hub for cultural exchange from August 13 to 17, 2026. The event, themed "Nature Weave," aims to foster harmony between design and the natural world, inviting creators to engage with the landscape. Rooted in the Indonesian principle of Gotong Royong, the festival emphasizes collective effort, with co-founder Budiman Ong viewing it as a manifesto to integrate industry and nature. The exhibition will feature biophilic design, using organic materials and patterns to enhance community well-being. Highlights include the "Architecture in Scale" exhibition curated by Charmaine Chan, showcasing 25 models from Asia that consider nature as a living entity. Interactive installations, such as Blancostudio x Kalpa Taru Bali's pavilion made from timber offcuts, and innovative projects like Post+beam's modular aluminum shelving and Bell Living Lab’s use of coffee waste, will demonstrate sustainable practices. The festival will also include workshops, collaborations with international design platforms, and exhibitions celebrating Filipino sustainable craft practices. Environmental stewardship is central, with initiatives like the “Waste to Wonder” program repurposing event materials. The event concludes with “360° Design Dialogues” among global design leaders, complemented by local cultural performances.
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