Habitus Podcast

#106 - Building Across Industries: Marcello Decaran On Architecture, Hospitality & Why Details Matter

MARCELLO DECARAN reveals how he built multiple businesses across architecture, hospitality, F&B and grooming while cutting the former president's hair at the presidential palace—and why the small details in design matter more than the grand vision.Marcello Decaran is an entrepreneur, architect, and partner at Kiat Architects, as well as the owner of Barberia. With ventures spanning architecture, the Atmapura, Smarapura, ksayanapura, Dharuma in Bali, and 1925 Grooming Co.Marcello operates at the intersection of design, hospitality, and entrepreneurship. He personally manages all social media across his businesses and has become one of Indonesia's most successful young entrepreneurs.He explains:◼️ How growing up in Perth shaped his unconventional path into architecture◼️ Why choosing the right materials and hardware is a design decision, not just a technical one◼️ The lesson his mentor Jasin Tedjasukmana taught him: never leave your clients disappointed◼️ What it's really like cutting President Jokowi's hair at Istana Negara (and as Jakarta's governor)◼️ How he balances beauty with practicality across architecture, hospitality, and grooming businessesIn this conversation, Marcello shares stories you genuinely can't make up—from the presidential palace to building villas in Bali. We discuss Indonesia's evolving design scene, why he handles his own social media across multiple ventures, and his honest take on pushing creative limits while staying grounded in what actually works.Whether you're a designer, entrepreneur, or simply curious about what shapes the spaces around us, this episode offers real insights from someone who's built credibility and success across multiple industries.Follow Marcello:Instagram - @decaranInstagram (Barberia) - @barberia_idInstagram (Kiat Architects) - @kiatarchitectsInstagram (1925 Grooming) - @1925_groomingcoInstagram (Atmapura) - @atmapura.umalasInstagram (Smarapura) - @smarapura.umalasInstagram (Ksayanapura) - @ksayanapuraInstagram (Dharuma) - @thedharuma

#106 - Building Across Industries: Marcello Decaran On Architecture, Hospitality & Why Details Matter

MARCELLO DECARAN reveals how he built multiple businesses across architecture, hospitality, F&B and grooming while cutting the former president's hair at the presidential palace—and why the small details in design matter more than the grand vision. Marcello Decaran is an entrepreneur, architect, and partner at Kiat Architects, as well as the owner of Barberia. With ventures spanning architecture, the Atmapura, Smarapura, ksayanapura, Dharuma in Bali, and 1925 Grooming Co.Marcello operates at the intersection of design, hospitality, and entrepreneurship. He personally manages all social media across his businesses and has become one of Indonesia's most successful young entrepreneurs. He explains: ◼️ How growing up in Perth shaped his unconventional path into architecture ◼️ Why choosing the right materials and hardware is a design decision, not just a technical one ◼️ The lesson his mentor Jasin Tedjasukmana taught him: never leave your clients disappointed ◼️ What it's really like cutting President Jokowi's hair at Istana Negara (and as Jakarta's governor) ◼️ How he balances beauty with practicality across architecture, hospitality, and grooming businesses In this conversation, Marcello shares stories you genuinely can't make up—from the presidential palace to building villas in Bali. We discuss Indonesia's evolving design scene, why he handles his own social media across multiple ventures, and his honest take on pushing creative limits while staying grounded in what actually works.Whether you're a designer, entrepreneur, or simply curious about what shapes the spaces around us, this episode offers real insights from someone who's built credibility and success across multiple industries. Follow Marcello: Instagram - @decaran Instagram (Barberia) - @barberia_id Instagram (Kiat Architects) - @kiatarchitects Instagram (1925 Grooming) - @1925_groomingco Instagram (Atmapura) - @atmapura.umalas Instagram (Smarapura) - @smarapura.umalas Instagram (Ksayanapura) - @ksayanapura Instagram (Dharuma) - @thedharuma

#105 - Building What Lasts: Seggio Home's 18-Year Evolution with Andy Financio

A house-building intelligence podcast. Helping architects, designers, and homeowners build homes that don't fail. Andy Financio of Seggio Home spent 18 years mastering what most builders overlook: how to structure your life around projects, manage time under relentless pressure, and stay relevant decades into your career. His first project in 2007 lost money but became his greatest teacher—reshaping how he solves real problems over chasing aesthetics, how he evolved from residential into commercial work, and how he now designs spaces where communities gather. From growing up in Pluit to building a 200-person padel community (IG: @ikatan.padel.arsitek_interior) that connects Indonesia's design world, Andy reveals the mechanics of longevity in construction: presence over planning, choosing your battles wisely, and why showing up every day builds more than technical skill alone. Field truths from two decades of building. Connect with Seggio Home Instagram: @seggio_home Website: https://www.seggiohome.com/ Watch on Habitus Concept YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@habitusconcept2427 Listen at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1xzcjf3hgFUZ1c60djhtGl Listen at Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/habitus-podcast/id1343264097

#104 - From Medicine to Architecture: A Shift in Vision with Rezki Dikaputera

Rezki Dikaputera from @araharsitektur to discuss his journey from nearly becoming a doctor to founding his own architecture studio. The conversation reveals how a chance visit to an architecture exhibition changed his career trajectory, leading him first to Omah Library as a volunteer librarian, then to Budi Lim Architects where he learned the essential of details like door handles and switches. Rezki shares insights on building architectural discourse through his pandemic initiative Rembukars, the meaning behind Arah Arsitektur (finding unique directions for each project), and why conversation is central to architectural practice. His perspective on maintaining curiosity as fuel for creativity and viewing AI as a collaborator rather than threat offers fresh insights for both practitioners and students. What resonates throughout is his belief in finding "sparring partners" - people who challenge your thinking and push you to grow. From his international work at Changi Airport to local residential projects, Rezki emphasizes how architecture is a marathon, not a sprint. Listen to the full episode now on Habitus Podcast. --- Episode kali ini mengeksplorasi perjalanan yang menarik menuju dunia arsitektur. Habitus Podcast berbincang dengan Rezki Dikaputera dari @araharsitekur membahas perjalanannya dari hampir menjadi dokter hingga mendirikan studio arsitekturnya sendiri. Percakapan ini mengungkap bagaimana kunjungan ke pameran arsitektur mengubah arah karirnya, membawanya pertama ke OMAH Library sebagai volunteer, kemudian ke Budi Lim Architects dimana ia belajar pentingnya detail seperti handle pintu dan saklar lampu. Rezki berbagi wawasan tentang menginisasi diskursus arsitektur saat pandemi: Rembukars, makna di balik Arah Arsitektur (menemukan arah unik untuk setiap proyek), dan mengapa diskusi menjadi sentral dalam praktik arsitektur. Perspektifnya tentang menjaga curiosity sebagai bahan bakar kreativitas dan memandang AI sebagai kolaborator bukan ancaman memberikan wawasan segar bagi praktisi maupun mahasiswa. Yang beresonansi sepanjang episode adalah kepercayaannya dalam menemukan "sparring partner" - orang-orang yang menantang pemikiran dan mendorong pertumbuhan. Dari karya internasionalnya di Changi Airport hingga proyek residensial lokal, Rezki menekankan bahwa arsitektur adalah maraton, bukan sprint. Dengarkan episode lengkapnya sekarang di Habitus Podcast.

#103 - Dealing with Kayu Made Easy, Not Your Ordinary Wood

This conversation takes a practical turn. Habitus Podcast now sits down with @gadloe from @skayu.international and @panelku.co.id to talk about wood plastic composite — basically wood that looks real but doesn't demand constant maintenance. Gad walks through how they started during COVID with a straightforward idea: give people the wood aesthetic without the headache. The discussion covers pricing, installation quirks, and why WPC makes sense for both outdoor facades and interior spaces. What stood out was Gad's advice to students: work for someone else first, learn without risking your own money. Listen to the full episode now. --- Podcast Habitus kali ini menghadirkan diskusi mendalam dan praktis mengenai teknologi Wood Plastic Composite (WPC). Dalam episode ini, Habitus Podcast berdialog dengan Gad Lombie dari Skayu International dan Panelku.co.id untuk membahas inovasi material yang menawarkan penampilan kayu asli namun tanpa kerumitan perawatan konvensional. Pembahasan mencakup perjalanan perusahaan yang dimulai pada masa pandemi COVID-19 dengan konsep sederhana: memberikan solusi estetika kayu kepada konsumen tanpa beban perawatan jangka panjang. Diskusi meliputi aspek penetapan harga, spesifikasi teknis instalasi, serta keunggulan aplikasi WPC untuk fasad eksterior maupun ruang interior.Sebagai tambahan, Gad memberikan wawasan berharga bagi mahasiswa dengan merekomendasikan pengalaman bekerja di perusahaan established terlebih dahulu untuk memperoleh pembelajaran tanpa risiko investasi modal pribadi. Episode lengkap dapat diakses sekarang.