Conceived within the Sonar Homes collection and guided by the ethos of "Ukiyo" - a cherishing of the present - the interior expresses clarity of intent. Clean lines, natural textures and a neutral palette lay the foundation, while dark timber, vivid patterning and symbolic Batak motifs are layered with care. The effect is contemplative rather than decorative, aligning with wabi-sabi sensibilities and a preference for understatement.
Spatially, the house reads as open and fluid while preserving distinct purpose within each room. A Japanese-style genkan establishes a ceremonial arrival. A corridor, curated with North Sumatran landscapes framed in gorga, extends the narrative with restraint. Moments of cultural expression are both intimate and assured - a karaoke room punctuated by bold Batak paintings and Japanese-patterned frames, and common areas anchored by tactile elements: a three-meter rattan sofa, Ulos-inspired wall covering, and a custom carpet referencing the raked patterns of a karesansui garden. Even the white stones placed outdoors are chosen with attentiveness, contributing to a grounded, timeless atmosphere.
Materially, the home privileges touch and tone over gesture. Woven rattan ceilings, gorga patterning reimagined in muted hues, and Ulos-inspired accents are calibrated to sit comfortably within a serene base palette. Indonesian-made furniture forms the project's core, augmented by selective international pieces that sustain the narrative without excess. Throughout, the composition balances symbolic meaning with day-to-day utility.
A measured dialogue between heritage and contemporary living, Sonar Ukiyo by Shania Tahir composes Japanese restraint with Batak cultural memory to create a home of calm precision and quiet depth in Menteng, Jakarta.
