ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur
ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur is a medium of scholarly publication published by Architecture Study Program of Universitas Katolik Widya Mandira in collaboration with Indonesian Architect Association. It serves several goals i.e. being a medium of communication, dissemination and exchange of information, and a medium of publishing scholarly research in the field of Architecture.
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<![CDATA[The sacred and secular: Design analysis on Chinese Culture Columbaria in this modern era ]]>
<![CDATA[Elizabeth Kwoh]]>;
<![CDATA[Hakimi Ahmad]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 11 No 1 (2026): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | January 2026 ~ March 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v11i1.3859
<![CDATA[This paper examines the interior architectural design of columbaria and its impact on spiritual development within contemporary Chinese society. In a secularized world where traditional cemeteries are often seen as unwelcoming, columbaria offer a modern alternative for the interment of the deceased. This study aims to explore how columbarium design can create a meaningful sense of place and fulfill spiritual needs, addressing a gap in research between sacred and secular with the design of the columbarium. Through literature reviews and a case study on Penang’s columbaria, the paper documents how elements of design approaches can determine if the space leans more into the sacred or the secular. The paper will conclude that by determining the factors of scared and secular design approaches, future design of columbarium can be more mindful in balancing a space to be both a sacred space to foster spiritual connection and a secular one to be more relatable with society, a secular space with sacred qualities.]]>
<![CDATA[Pedestrian pathways along Tunjungan Street, Surabaya ]]>
<![CDATA[Nathanael Nyoto]]>;
<![CDATA[Bramasta Putra Redyantanu]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 11 No 1 (2026): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | January 2026 ~ March 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v11i1.3917
<![CDATA[This study seeks to investigate the functioning of pedestrian urban spaces as components of threshold environments, grounded in the theoretical framework of urban interiority. It addresses issues and phenomena associated with the use of pedestrian spaces, not solely as corridors for movement but as dynamic settings that accommodate diverse forms of urban social interaction. The research aims to clarify how threshold spaces operate as spatial mechanisms that enable social activities within the context of urban interiority. Utilizing a qualitative case study method, this research concentrates on the Tunjungan Corridor, a prominent street in Surabaya, to illustrate the ambiguous condition of the threshold between interior and exterior urban spaces as a unified spatial experience. The study involves mapping and drawing several segments of pedestrian space to demonstrate the emergence of threshold spaces as integral components of urban interiority. The findings offer a nuanced interpretation of the spatial operations of pedestrian environments as threshold spaces, examined through five principal elements: spatial design, spatial function, spatial definition, spatial structure (form and order), and spatial sequence. These findings contribute to a broader understanding of space design grounded in urban interiority and provide a reference framework for future spatial operations in pedestrian-oriented design.]]>
<![CDATA[The heterotopia of urban Kampung in Jakarta: Revealing the other pattern through mapping ]]>
<![CDATA[Denny Husin]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 11 No 1 (2026): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | January 2026 ~ March 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v11i1.3925
<![CDATA[This paper aims to understand the kampung as the informal fabric. Investigation into its patterns examines the relationship between informal and formal based on composition and proportion, while clarifying ‘the other’s’ perspective. As an architectural theory, heterotopia presents an analogy to stimulate new interpretations. As a study, the pattern updates the current condition of the kampung, while questioning the modern planning perspective. Qualitative and quantitative methods are combined to explain the pattern by producing maps as diagrams. Samples are extracted to highlight the kampung collective form as a dominant spatial configuration in Jakarta. Through calculation and projection, the research discovers a new kampung gesture; an informal aggregate that leads to the latest urban transformation of the kampung as the ephemeral of architecture. The novelty is a new understanding of the kampung's distinctive figure and computation both as architecture and urban fabric. As a result, the kampung pattern suggests a combination of organic and semi-planned formation in the city, a hybrid nexus that grows and adapts according to its existing context.]]>
<![CDATA[Computational studies: A passive strategy to improve visual comfort by optimizing daylight uniformity in the classroom ]]>
<![CDATA[Irnawaty Idrus]]>;
<![CDATA[Sahabuddin Latif]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 10 No 1 (2025): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | Januari 2025 ~ April 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v10i1.4029
<![CDATA[Even distribution of natural light is crucial in creating optimal visual comfort in classrooms. Many classrooms in tropical areas experience lighting imbalances, with areas near windows receiving excessive light, while others lack lighting. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of passive design strategies in improving the uniformity of natural lighting through a computational simulation approach. The research subjects include elementary, junior high, and senior high school classrooms in Makassar City, South Sulawesi. Modeling was conducted using Ecotect Analysis 2010 software, comparing two types of spaces: existing models and models with passive design interventions such as reflective floors. Simulation results show that passive design can improve daylight uniformity and significantly reduce glare potential. In addition to supporting visual comfort, the application of this strategy also contributes to energy efficiency by reducing dependence on artificial lighting. This study recommends the application of passive design as an integral part of sustainable classroom planning, especially in tropical climates.]]>
<![CDATA[The philosophical meaning of the façade of the traditional Noble House of the Bugis Bone ]]>
<![CDATA[Andi Muhammad Akbar]]>;
<![CDATA[Sahabuddin Latif]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 10 No 3 (2025): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | September 2025 ~ December 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v10i3.4036
<![CDATA[The former kingdom system in Bone has shaped social stratification within the Bugis community, influencing the differentiation in the facade design of traditional houses. The traditional houses of Bugis nobility in Bone exhibit architectural characteristics that reflect high social status and noble cultural values. This study aims to reveal the philosophical meanings manifested in the facade composition of traditional Bugis noble houses in Bone. A qualitative method with an exploratory phenomenological approach was employed, involving direct observation and in-depth interviews with homeowners. The study focuses on both tangible and intangible phenomena. Bone Regency was selected as the research site due to its representative role as the center of the largest Bugis kingdom in South Sulawesi. The sample consists of three types of noble houses: (1) Bola Saoraja (king's house), (2) Bola Salassa (royal official's house), and (3) Bola Sada (descendant's house), all of which maintain their original architectural forms. Findings indicate that Alliri Awa Bola, the lower part of the house, symbolizes the grandeur of the kingdom; Ale Bola, the main body of the house, represents the perfection of leadership qualities; and Timpa Laja, the roof section, embodies noble thoughts and the duty to care for society. Thus, the composition of the facade of the Bugis Bone noble house is interpreted as the embodiment of a large royal system that has character and protects its people.]]>
<![CDATA[A study of contemporary Chinese style in Herb display design ]]>
<![CDATA[Kai Wei Pang]]>;
<![CDATA[Mohd Jaki Mamat]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 10 No 2 (2025): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | May 2025 ~ August 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v10i2.4037
<![CDATA[Herb display is the arrangement of herbs in a design setting. A good herb display is crucial in Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) centres to create a convenient and comfortable physician working environment. The rules of herb display are frequently discussed for medical purposes to enhance work efficiency. However, there is limited research on the application of these rules in interior design, especially for contemporary Chinese TCM stores. This research aims to identify herb display designs in contemporary Chinese-style traditional medical stores and examine how these displays enhance work efficiency. Research data were collected qualitatively through case studies and observations in three TCM stores in Penang, Malaysia. The characteristics and criteria of effective herbs displayed in contemporary Chinese style design were analysed and concluded based on the case studies and observations. The findings indicate that the characteristics of contemporary Chinese herb display design, including spatial design, lighting, colours, materials, and furnishings, significantly contribute to achieving work efficiency in TCM stores. Strategically organizing herb displays can improve workflow, save handling time, and enhance overall efficiency. Furthermore, these displays conserve the cultural heritage of TCM while enhancing workspace accessibility and efficiency.]]>
<![CDATA[Penelusuran Konsep Terapeutik pada Rumah Retret Kasus Studi : Kompleks Rumah Retret Pratista-Bandung ]]>
<![CDATA[Eugenia Theoviliadea]]>;
<![CDATA[Purnama Salura]]>;
<![CDATA[Indri Astrina Wirakusumah]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 10 No 2 (2025): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | May 2025 ~ August 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v10i2.4103
<![CDATA[Mental health has emerged as a critical global issue, with individuals increasingly experiencing stress, anxiety, and fatigue—conditions that underscore the need for environments conducive to psychological restoration and relief from daily pressures. Architectural design that emphasizes therapeutic qualities offers the potential to address these mental health challenges by fostering spaces that support psychological well-being. Recent studies have demonstrated that the application of therapeutic architectural principles within the built environment can significantly influence both the physical and mental health of its users. This research addresses a gap in the current discourse by examining the integration of therapeutic concepts within the architectural design of retreat houses. While prior studies have independently explored the phenomenology of spiritual retreats and architectural strategies with psychological impact, limited research has investigated the intersection of these domains. Accordingly, this study focuses on the relationship between architecture and therapeutic concepts, specifically through the lens of theoretical exploration and precedent analysis. The primary objective of this research is to investigate the application of therapeutic architectural principles in the design of retreat house complexes. The methodology is structured as follows: (1) conducting a comprehensive literature review; (2) elaborating relevant references on therapeutic concepts and retreat house design through ideogram representation; (3) analyzing the outcomes of this elaboration concerning selected case studies; and (4) formulating conclusions. The findings of the study reveal a strong correlation between the architectural design of retreat houses and the implementation of therapeutic concepts, suggesting that such integration is instrumental in enhancing the restorative function of these spaces.]]>
<![CDATA[The architectural representation of the Netherlands Indies and Indonesian pavilions in international expositions, 1931–2015 ]]>
<![CDATA[Harry Kurniawan]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 10 No 3 (2025): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | September 2025 ~ December 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v10i3.4141
<![CDATA[The Netherlands-Indies/Indonesian pavilions for international expositions are interesting and important to be studied because, as they were limited in number, they can tell the story of Indonesia’s point of view, situation, progress, and vision over time. Moreover, considering the huge diversity of ethnicities and cultures, the pavilions can be taken as a lesson on how Indonesia sees diversity and represents it in a ‘small’ building. This study aims to comprehend the meaning of the pavilions’ architecture and how they were constructed by discussing collected images and texts about those pavilions. The research objects are pavilions from three exhibitions during the Netherlands-Indies period and four from the Indonesian period. This qualitative comparative study uses content analysis from literary and visual sources in their context. It was found that the architectural image of the pavilions played an important role in responding to the expo theme, displaying diversity and identity, and giving a narration about Indonesia.]]>
<![CDATA[An intrinsic value of the inhabitants’ sense of place in sustaining Dalem in Yogyakarta ]]>
<![CDATA[Emmelia Tricia Herliana]]>;
<![CDATA[Yustina Banon Wismarani]]>;
<![CDATA[Andreas Restu Abri Pradana]]>;
<![CDATA[Meriky Lo]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 11 No 2 (2026): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | April 2026 ~ June 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v11i2.4164
<![CDATA[The persistent existence of the Keraton Yogyakarta has fundamentally catalyzed the growth of the Kraton District as a premier destination for cultural heritage tourism. Ensuring the long-term sustainability of this historic precinct necessitates a strategic prioritization of its inherited cultural values. A primary manifestation of the Sultanate’s historical power is the noble residential typology known as the Dalem. Both Dalem Mangkubumen and Dalem Kaneman serve as quintessential heritage assets that have endured by dynamically adapting to contemporary urban contexts to facilitate relevant communal activities. These structures possess an intrinsic value that reinforces their significance within the collective meaning-making processes across successive generations and historical narratives. This research investigates the intrinsic dimensions of the inhabitants’ sense of place by analyzing two primary constructs: place meaning, articulated through empirical experience and spatial satisfaction, and place attachment, expressed through self-identity and functional dependence. Utilizing a qualitative methodology, the study synthesizes field surveys including systematic observation and in-depth interviews with comprehensive literature reviews. The findings reveal that the Dalem maintains its intrinsic vitality through embedded cultural codes that link the residence to the broader Keraton ecosystem, manifested through the interrelation of meaning and attachment. Ultimately, socio-cultural practices function as the essential mechanisms for reproducing a sense of place and ensuring the intergenerational transfer of these intrinsic values.]]>
<![CDATA[In-Situ hygrothermal evaluation of ventilation block as adaptive climate buffer in contemporary tropical house of Indonesia ]]>
<![CDATA[Agung Murti Nugroho]]>;
<![CDATA[Muhammad Nur Fajri Alfata]]>;
<![CDATA[Andika Citraningrum]]>;
<![CDATA[Wasiska Iyati]]>;
<![CDATA[Fernanda Ayuning Putri]]>
<![CDATA[ ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur Vol 11 No 2 (2026): ARTEKS : Jurnal Teknik Arsitektur | April 2026 ~ June 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30822/arteks.v11i2.4170
<![CDATA[Within tropical urban environments, passive cooling strategies have become increasingly essential in mitigating the escalating energy consumption associated with achieving indoor thermal comfort. Among the passive cooling approaches suitable for the hot-humid tropical climate of Indonesia, comfort-oriented ventilation through the application of ventilation blocks demonstrates considerable potential. Nevertheless, the actual thermal behavior and environmental performance of ventilation blocks as an integrated system within tropical residential architecture remain insufficiently investigated. This study examines the hygrothermal performance of ventilation blocks as adaptive climatic buffers in urban housing environments. Four contemporary residential buildings in Surabaya were selected as case studies, representing the hot-humid climatic characteristics of Indonesia. Field measurements were conducted over a continuous 30-day monitoring period using temperature and humidity sensors. The instruments were positioned at a height of 1.5 m above the floor surface. Buffered hygrothermal conditions were successfully achieved within the indoor spaces of the contemporary houses. This environmental condition produced the lowest average indoor temperature (28.1°C), the longest thermal comfort duration (16 hours), and the smallest temperature and humidity fluctuations (2.7°C and 11%). Configurations incorporating high opening ratios and hygroscopic materials demonstrated greater effectiveness in moderating moisture levels. Meanwhile, configurations characterized by moderate opening ratios and material thicknesses generated the most optimal spatial heat propagation performance and the longest cooling duration.]]>
