Jakarta, 17 December 2025 — ARCH:ID officially marked the beginning of its journey toward ARCH:ID 2026 with the Soft Launch of the ARCH:ID 2026 International Conference & Road to ARCH:ID, held on Thursday, 17 December 2025, at The Dharmawangsa Hotel, Jakarta. The evening gathering brought together architects, industry leaders, brands, and stakeholders for an exclusive introduction to the vision, programs, and collaboration opportunities leading up to Indonesia’s leading architecture forum and trade exhibition.
The event opened with welcoming remarks from The Dharmawangsa Hotel, followed by keynote addresses from Ar. Georgius Budi Yulianto, IAI, AA, Chairman of the Indonesian Institute of Architects (Ikatan Arsitek Indonesia), and Ar. Firman S. Herwanto, IAI, Director of ARCH:ID 2026 Program. Both emphasized ARCH:ID’s role as a collaborative platform that connects architectural discourse, industry innovation, and public engagement.
“Through the Road to ARCH:ID, we will invite architects from each city to share their interpretations of the Skema Sintesa theme. This roadshow across multiple cities also opens up opportunities for brands to collaborate directly with local architects in each city,” said R. Arief Sofyan Rudiantoro, CIS Exhibition Project Director.
A dedicated session led by the ARCH:ID 2026 curators: Ar. Afwina Kamal, IAI; Ar. Trianzani Sulshi, IAI; and Ar. Dhanie Syawalia, IAI, who introduced the ARCH:ID 2026 vision while outlining strategic collaboration opportunities between brands and architects. The discussion highlighted how cross-sector partnerships can translate ideas into innovative booth designs and immersive exhibition experiences that go beyond conventional display formats.
The ARCH:ID 2026 International Conference was then presented by Ar. Prima Abdullah, IAI, outlining the conference framework, themes, speaker direction, and participation details. This was followed by the presentation of Road to ARCH:ID 2026 by R. Arief Sofyan Rudiantoro and Novita Herawati, introducing the nationwide pre-event series and its strategic role in engaging architecture communities in other provinces.
“In this conference, we are not solely focused on discussions around urban issues or architecture. We also invite speakers from across disciplines, whose perspectives will be insightful and valuable for us to explore,” said the Conference Team Representative, Ar. Prima Abdullah, IAI.
About ARCH:ID 2026 International Conference
Aligned with the curatorial theme “Skema Sintesa: Arsitektur Keterlibatan” (Synthesis Scheme: Architecture of Engagement), the ARCH:ID 2026 International Conference positions architectural practice as a collaborative ecology, where disciplines intersect and knowledge flows across boundaries.
The two-day conference will be structured into:
- Day 1: Urban & Architecture Forum, focusing on urban-scale challenges and interdisciplinary discourse.
- Day 2: Architecture Forum, highlighting architecture’s role at the human scale and its impact on everyday life.
The ARCH:ID 2026 International Conference announces its first confirmed speakers, bringing together leading voices from architecture and multidisciplinary practices. The Urban Forum will feature Florence Chan of KPF, Hong Kong, alongside Indonesian visual artist Isha Hening, while the Architecture Forum will welcome Manuelle Gautrand of Manuelle Gautrand Architecture, France. Additional speakers will be revealed soon. Get your Presale 1 ticket at https://registration.arch.id/conference/
About Road to ARCH:ID 2026
Road to ARCH:ID 2026 is a nationwide pre-event program designed to bring the ARCH:ID spirit to key cities across Indonesia, commencing in Bali on 10 January 2026, followed by Surabaya on 28 January 2026, Makassar on 4 February 2026, Bandung on 7 March 2026, and concluding in Jakarta on 7 April 2026. Serving as an early engagement platform ahead of the main event in April 2026, Road to ARCH:ID aims to inspire regional communities, share knowledge, and build momentum for ARCH:ID 2026.
The program features a series of curated activities, including Talk Series with insightful discussions led by speakers from across disciplines, ARCH:ID Updates that provide comprehensive overviews of the programs and key highlights of ARCH:ID 2026, and a Networking Dinner designed to bring together architects, developers, interior designers, and other industry professionals to foster meaningful connections with local stakeholders.
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The soft launch of ARCH:ID International Conference concluded with a group photo session and an exclusive networking dinner, reinforcing ARCH:ID’s commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue and long-term collaboration between architects, brands, and the wider built-environment ecosystem.
We extend our appreciation to BYO Living, strategic partner of ARCH:ID, and The Dharmawangsa Hotel, our hotel partner and host venue for the conference launch event.
ARCH:ID 2026 is a curated platform where design meets strategy, and where brands are not just seen; they are experienced. From curated booth design to collaborative installations, every element is crafted to amplify product value, spark dialogue, and build lasting partnerships.
ARCH:ID is also highly relevant to the hospitality industry. Including hoteliers, resort developers, serviced apartment operators, boutique hotel owners, hospitality groups, F&B brands, and property owners. As it brings together architects, interior designers, and leading material and product brands on a single platform. By connecting the entire ecosystem, ARCH:ID helps streamline hospitality projects, from early concept development and design coordination to material selection and project execution, making the overall process more efficient, cohesive, and effective.
Whether your goal is brand exposure, product demonstration, or forging high-value collaborations, ARCH:ID 2026 is the stage to position your business at the center of Indonesia’s architecture and design industry.
ARCH:ID 2026
23–26 April 2026
ICE BSD City
Media Contact:
Sally Silvani
vani.cisexhibition@gmail.com
+62 8158115555
www.arch.id
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About ARCH:ID
ARCH:ID is an annual architectural forum and trade event organized by Indonesian Institute of Architect (IAl) in collaboration with PT CIS Exhibition as Indonesia’s Most Awaited Architecture Forum & Trade Event, focused on architecture, design, and building materials. This industry focus event presents a host of activities and programmes and serves as an effective platform for place-makers and stakeholders in architecture and built industry to congregate, collaborate, and connect. A curated Exhibition by Indonesia’s renowned Architects, namely Ar. Yacobus Gatot S. Surarjo, IAI, Ar. Nelly Daniel, IAI, and Ar. I Ketut Dirgantara, IAI, each event features not only world-class exhibitions and conferences but also a plethora of programmes and contents for knowledge sharing, such as the ARCH:ID Talk Series, Obrolan Tuju-Tuju and BIM Adoption, in which experts and industry thought leaders will be share their knowledge.
About the Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI)
The IAI was officially established on September 17, 1959, in Bandung. Now, at its 61st year, IAI boasts a membership of more than 20,500 architects registered through 34 provincial administrations, 1 representative administration, and 4 regional administrations spread across Indonesia, with the youngest provincial administration in Maluku, which was declared on August 19, 2017. IAI is active in international activities through its membership in ARCASIA (Architects Regional Council of Asia) since 1972 and in UIA (Union Internationale des Architectes) since 1974, as well as AAPH (Asean Association Planning and Housing), where IAI is one of the founders. Since the enactment of Law No. 6/2017 about Architects, IAI is the only Professional Architect Organization recognized by the State.
About CIS Exhibition
CIS Exhibition was established to realize the strategic objectives of clients and to hold innovative exhibitions. CIS Exhibition possesses the competence and knowledge to understand and meet client objectives, while at the same time, studying best practices in related industries to deliver quality and internationally standardized exhibitions to maximize client investment. This team is also supported by C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd as our partner, an exhibition organizer in Malaysia with more than 20 years of experience and expertise in innovative exhibitions.
