Jakarta’s hip art scene

THE recent Jakarta Art Fair ended with a bang as capacity returned to pre-Covid levels, showing that art is alive and kicking in the Indonesian capital. But even if art lovers missed the show, the city itself is home to a buzzing art scene that’s worth checking out. In tomorrow’s issue of BTLifestyle, we offer a guide to some of the best art spaces for every taste – from independent galleries to top museums.

Meanwhile, in the local arts scene, Wild Rice’s new play, Pulau Ujong, tackles the topic of climate change. In Design, we look at how a Good-Class Bungalow was turned into 2 houses without tearing anything down. With a clever extension and creative design, a multi-generational family now has more space and privacy than before.

In Watches, we feature highlights of the recent Geneva Watch Days fair. And in Dining, get a taste of modern Chinese cooking at the new eatery Chez Kai.