RAFI HAIKAL
I believe architecture is not only about form, but about how ideas shape environments that people live, work, and thrive in. My fascination lies in the way design can connect creativity with responsibility, linking aesthetics to function, and ambition to sustainability.
Indonesia has an abundance of talented young architects whose work reflects originality and strength. Our challenge now is to channel this creativity into frameworks that attract investment, improve infrastructure, and respond to the pressing needs of our cities. For me, design should not just be “beautiful”, it should be intentional, resilient, and transformative.
TEAM
At UAI, our strength lies in collaboration. With 99% of our team based in Indonesia, we prove that world-class architecture can be homegrown. The studio combines local insight with international experience, creating a platform where Indonesian talent can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with global counterparts.
This collective spirit allows us to take on projects that are complex in scale yet sensitive to culture and context. Our team thrives on dialogue, research, and innovation—bridging technical precision with bold ideas.
Vision
For me, architecture and urban design are tools for nation-building. Indonesia does not need to copy New York or any other city, but we can learn from global best practices—structure, regulation, and intentional design—and adapt them to our own needs.
The future of Indonesian cities depends on three priorities:
Equitable infrastructure that supports movement, access, and resilience.
Urban planning that integrates food systems, energy, and water into the design of cities.
Spaces that honor heritage while embracing growth.
I see smart cities not as technological showcases but as living systems—where planning, design, and policy intersect to secure food, water, and energy for generations to come.
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