Eight nature-centred pavilions at Bali's Jia Curated 2026
The Jia Curated design festival's fifth edition took place at Pengembak Beach in Bali from August 13 to 17, 2026, under the theme 'Nature Weave.' This event highlighted craftsmanship and design from Indonesia, Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines. Co-founder Budiman Ong pointed out the importance of the Indonesian concept of Gotong Royong in enhancing interactions among designers and the community. Notable pavilions featured included Lamifold by DDAP Architects, Sraya by ATMA, Main Main by Blanco Studio, Sura by Studio Aliri, Bhumi Lingsir by Nawangseta, Oaken Tiltroom by Spatial Sonata, Alunan Pesisir by Vivere Group, and Tapak Tumbuh by Eugenio Hendro. Photography was provided by David Wilson, with additional contributions from Indra Wiras and Christina Yao. Dezeen reported on the festival on August 18, 2026.
Key facts
- Jia Curated's fifth edition took place 13–17 August 2026 at Pengembak Beach, Sanur, Bali.
- The festival's theme was 'Nature Weave,' with pavilions designed to put nature at the centre.
- Participants came from Indonesia, the Philippines, Japan and Taiwan.
- Co-founder Budiman Ong described the festival's collaborative spirit as Gotong Royong.
- Sura, by Studio Aliri, will be relocated to Medewi Beach in Bali as a permanent public lookout.
- Oaken Tiltroom used Himalayan salt bricks from Tuscany Stone Boutique.
- Tapak Tumbuh included ceramic surfaces by Singres, recycled plastic and rice husks from Plana, and rugs by Moire Rugs.
- Photographers included David Wilson, Indra Wiras and Christina Yao.
Entities
Artists
- Budiman Ong
- Eugenio Hendro
- David Wilson
- Indra Wiras
- Christina Yao
Institutions
- Jia Curated
- DDAP Architects
- Lamitak
- ATMA
- Suaru
- Blanco Studio
- Bali Landscape Company
- Kalpa Taru
- Studio Aliri
- Nawangseta
- Living Designs Bali
- Spatial Sonata
- Tuscany Stone Boutique
- Oaken
- Stillroom
- Vivere Group
- Singres
- Plana
- Moire Rugs
- Dezeen
Locations
- Bali
- Sanur
- Pengembak Beach
- Indonesia
- Philippines
- Japan
- Taiwan
- Jakarta
- Medewi Beach
Sources
- Dezeen —