Words: Aulia R. Sungkar Photos: Bagus Tri Laksono Originally published in Indonesia Design Magazine, Sept-Oct. 2016 issue Solo is known for its rich tradition and heritage, and right in the heart of the city is the Royal Surakarta Heritage Solo- MGallery by Sofitel, a MURI award-winning five-star hotel that features exquisite batik motif in the design and delivers a world-class hospitality in the charm of the Javanese culture. With the attendance of friendly staff dressed in … [Read more...]
Jack Widagdo: Forging A Better Future
Originally published on Indonesia Design With over 17 years of experience under his belt, Jack Widagdo has taken pivotal positions in the luxury hotel world that spans four countries, including the Four Seasons in Thailand; the Signature Resorts of Voyages Hotel Group in Australia; Kempinski Haitang Bay Sanya in China; Mandapa, Ritz Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali. The Indonesian national who spent most of his life in Down Under was recently installed as the new General Manager of Alila Solo. … [Read more...]
Cashing in from ‘sunrise property’ attractive option
By Aulia R. Sungkar. Originally published in The Jakarta Post, on January 9, 2015. Sunrise property' is the current trend in property development, especially in commercially immature areas. If you live in a city, chances are that you have seen promotional material offering what has recently been referred to as 'sunrise property', a phrase used to describe properties sold in lucrative areas capable of generating huge profits. Currently, a number of mass media, textbooks and brochures … [Read more...]
Eddy Hussy: Hard work, perseverance formula for winning in future
Text & photo: Aulia R. Sungkar. Originally published in The Jakarta Post. At the helm of a national developers' association, Eddy Hussy is communicating his expertise and leadership know-how as a means of striving to reshape Indonesia's property sector. Eddy Hussy believes that strength comes from the efforts of hard work and determination. As such, his belief has become the bedrock of what he refers to as his leadership approach to managing some 3,000 developers under the … [Read more...]
New level of green comfort at Jakarta’s first Holiday Inn
Located strategically featuring outstanding facilities, Holiday Inn Jakarta Kemayoran stands out from the crowd. Intercontinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) Holiday Inn in Jakarta is the perfect fit for both business and leisure stay. Location is one thing. At the heart of the Kemayoran area, the newly opened Holiday Inn Jakarta Kemayoran is in walking distance to the 18-hole Bandar Kemayoran Golf course and only a stone’s throw away from the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo). Its grand … [Read more...]
Setiawan Mardjuki: Instilling appreciation for different cultures
Setiawan Mardjuki is shaping up locals to become internationally minded human resources that will contribute to the growth of hospitality properties. Indonesia has numerous resources and potential to advance its tourist sector, and Setiawan Mardjuki takes great delight in his role in the extensive development of the Tanjung Lesung Resort in Banten province. “We are building an integrated coastal tourist hub on 1,500 hectares of land. It’s five times bigger than Nusa Dua in Bali. The area’s … [Read more...]
Heading out for townships as alternatives to city living
With the country’s improved economy, Indonesia is experiencing a growing middle class with higher purchasing power parity. Correspondingly, a number of property developers are looking to capitalize on the abundant opportunities with integrated township developments taking shape on the outskirts of larger cities, such as Jakarta and Surabaya. To property developers, an independent city or township is a business venture offering middle and upper class consumers an alternative to city living. … [Read more...]
Todd Lauchlan: Creating egalitarian workplace to localize global approach
Top leaders of multinational companies operating in Indonesia incorporate local values into their global business perspectives, which also encompass such aspects as fair treatment and respect that minimize corporate hierarchies. A business executive of a property consulting firm believes that developing an egalitarian model on the basis of local values in a company can minimize oppression and openly lead everyone in the company to contribute their best. “No one is better than anybody else. … [Read more...]
The world’s most expensive office areas
Jones Lang LaSalle research reveals the world’s most expensive markets for office space, what industries dominate them and where the future lies Strong demand from niche financial and technology sectors is driving up the cost of office space in many cities around the globe, but a new analysis by Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE: JLL) reveals the 12 premier office districts have been the biggest beneficiaries of the trend, witnessing higher competition by companies for space and driving rent prices … [Read more...]
Property market outlook still buoyant despite currency volatility
By Todd Lauchlan, country head of Jones Lang LaSalle Indonesia. Published in The Jakarta Post on October 25, 2013. Indonesia’s recent economic turmoil has led many short-term investors to exit the country, causing the equity market to fall rapidly and the rupiah to weaken to over 11,500 per US dollar. This change of sentiment was triggered by the US Federal Reserve signaling to the market that it would withdraw its large monetary stimulus and begin “tapering”. Both markets have … [Read more...]
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