To dwell implies the establishment of a meaningful relationship between man and a given environment Christian Norberg-Schulz

Cool courtyards Fluid interaction between outdoor and indoor spaces Steeply pitched roofs with wide eaves (A concern for shades and cross ventilation. Direct contract with the landscapes Lively sense of traditions

Lushly landscaped Intimate garden Ambience of serenity An art connoisseur and collector

Fairly grand manner Eurocentric and Colonial Plethora of Indonesian art objects Exudes an immediate informality within the essential formal entrance sequence White is extensively used Liberal use of light Magical quality of chiaroscuro and ever changing mood

Dasa Muka
An Ancient sculpture from dumak central java, used traditionaly to guard ones house

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Dasa Muka
Hadripana Residemce Porch

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Vast array of carefully selected art objects Invoking the design theme through furnishing and antiques Miscellany of artworks and curios, Set in niches or incorporated into the structure of the house Spatial manipulation through the placement of art pieces

Foyer
A sense of ambience captured at the entry foyer

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Terrace
Overview of the decorated terrace

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Cosmopolitan and Eclectic mix of east and west, tribal and modern Filigree patterns of light frame Overall Languorous quality

Sumba Island
A ritual statue, over 150 y/o

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Sumba Island
Sumba Island ritual statue, over 150 years old, with a Chinese decorative screen as a background, Ceramic statues of Javanese musicians surround this wooden statue

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

traditional Madura Island chest

A traditional Madura Island chest, reused as a storage niche for miniature ivory figurines, acts as background for this wooden carved statue from the island of Nias.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Javanese Gamelan
Javanese gamelan, reused as a living room table with a Central Javanesewooden bowl as the centerpiece. Various silver figurines surround the bowl from Yogyakarta.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Garden
View of the house and terrace from the garden.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Lora Blanyah
Traditional wooden figurines called Lora Blanyah. Both are inseparable couples, named Dewi Sri and Sadana (the husband) who symbolize prosperity and fertility

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Tau Tau
The carved head of the traditional death ritual Tau Tau commonly found in Tanah Toraja.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

View from the swimming pool across to the terrace.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Terrace
Another view of the terrace at the home of Hendra Hadipana.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Formal setting for elaborate dinners Compose meticulously to reflect the owners taste Juxtaposing varied art objects and antiques is obvious Reflect truly the diversity and exquisiteness of Indonesian culture

Handsomely detailed residence of great confidence and competence Form, Space, Materials and interiors have been integrated an indissoluble and beguiling whole

Dining Room
The trademark dining room setting, so unique and symbolic of the distinctive style if this well furnished house.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Living Room
Plush living room settings with a vivid display of Hadipranas silver collection.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Gallery
Scenic view of the ornate entry gallery. The base lamp, petake, is from Bali while the double leaves chests are from Palembang. The wooden painted screen is from central Java.

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Living Room
View through the decorated living room

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Inspires feeling of grandeur and great repose Encapsulate in a very succinct manner the decorating style An intriguingly cacophonous ensemble Combines both sensual and mythic worlds Residence of great dignity and subtlety Delightful structure that represents a refined evocation of dwelling in a distinctively Indonesian manner of assemblage

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999

Indonesian Accent: Architecture, Interior Design and Art; Tan Hack Beng; Visual Refference Publications Inc. New York; 1999