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he development of Kampung Kunir in in the building design,” explained Kamil.
Pinangsia, Tamansari, West Jakarta went
Tthrough a long process before its actual In making residential designs, it is a must to
construction in October. Various discussions pay attention to cultural heritage aspects. The
were held so it could not only accommodate innovations must be able to accommodate the
the needs of the residents, but also to make it in needs of the residents and keep the existence
harmony with the concept of Kota Tua Jakarta, of the Kota Tua cultural heritage. “That’s why we
where this village was first founded. are quite loud about it. We have discussions with
residents by engaging experts so that we know
The Coordinator of Architecture Sans Frontières what kind of housing should be built in a cultural
(ASF) Indonesia, Kamil Muhammad, had an heritage area,” explained Kamil.
important role in designing the Kampung Susun
Kunir. He has been involved in assisting residents This is done so that after the construction of
since the beginning. “We accompanied the the new kampung, there will be activities that
residents while they were still living in the shelter,” is in line with the preservation activities of the
said Kamil when Jakita met him. cultural heritage. “We don’t want the flats to be
built and then be occupied only. Not like that.
According to Kamil, discussions were held There must be development of kampung which
with residents regarding preparations for the has a harmonious social and economic life,”
arrangement of Kampung Kunir. Various issues added Kamil.
and needs of residents were discussed, including
the design. “The spirit of collaboration between Moreover, the environmental ecosystem that will
ASF and the residents has grown the enthusiasm be built must also be maintained, plant care and
of the residents to welcome their future,” he said. reforestation. “This is what we underlined when
compiling residential designs,” said Kamil.
The ASF Indonesia’s involvement began with
research on kampung arrangement in several Principle of Settlements
areas of Jakarta, one of which was in Kampung
Kunir. Then, ASF assisted residents and Kamil explained that the Kampung Susun Kunir
consolidated with Jakarta government. “From will hold the ASRI principles: Adaptive, Healthy
there, alternative housing is proposed,” said (Sehat), Responsive, and Inclusive. The Adaptive
Kamil. principle is reflected in the layout of the room
in the residential unit that can adapt to the
According to Kamil, there are number of stages needs of the residents. While Responsiveness is
that must be passed before the design is ready a form of respect for cultural heritage and the
to be implemented. Regular discussions were context of the Kota Tua of Jakarta by providing
held to discuss what the residents need and what space and maintaining historical traces in
innovations ASF can provide to fulfil their needs. archaeological sites in the area. Meanwhile,
“There is a sense of ownership in every detail of the Inclusive principle is reflected in the critical
the residential design of Kampung Susun Kunir,” design process involving the residents.
he said.
Kamil hopes that after Kampung Susun Kunir is
The process of residential design was also being established, its sustainability and beauty can be
determined together. “We don’t just listen to one preserved. “I want kampungs in Jakarta not to
side. We call this continuous feedback. Every be a distant thing anymore. They must be part of
input continues dynamically and being outlined the city,” said Kamil. sya

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