19 Apr 2017

Reed Panorama Exhibitions (RPE) will be hosting hundreds of business players from building materials, architecture, interior design and ceramic industry during its annual exhibitions Megabuild Indonesia 2017, to be held in Jakarta Convention Centre (JCC) from March 16-19, 2017. This exhibition will be held in conjunction with Keramika 2017 and Jakarta Design Week 2017. Megabuild Indonesia 2017 exhibition will answer all of building constructions needs under one roof, supported by various program elements.

Indonesia is currently undergoing transformations where all the developments are changing from rural to urban economy. According to World Bank, Indonesia is one of the fastest growing countries in Asian region with average growth of 4.1 per cent annually. By 2025, it is predicted about 68 percent of Indonesians will be living in urban areas. Unfortunately, factors that affected this transformation, such as urbanisation and high Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is not aligned with the provision of proper infrastructures, including development in housing sector.

Fresh perspective

Based on this finding, Megabuild Indonesia 2017 is offering a new perspective to answer today’s challenges and opportunities in the building and construction sector. James Boey, General Manager Reed Panorama Exhibitions (RPE) said, “This event is an opportunity to meet main players in the development and construction businesses so they could offer the right solutions to all stakeholders, both for Business to Business (B to B) or Business to Customer (B to C) segments. Megabuild Indonesia 2017 will be the perfect platform for business players in the field of architecture, interior design and building materials. In this event, participants may find business opportunities, expand its market, introduce latest products and technology, and possibly engage in a long-term partnership with stakeholders in this field. Meanwhile for visitors, this event will be the opportunity to meet, gain information, expand knowledge regarding latest products and technology of building materials, interior design and architectural sector. Megabuild Indonesia 2017 is expected to become the sole exhibition that could provide the right solutions through technological innovation. We are expected to support this industry by creating business opportunities through this exhibition.”

“This year, Megabuild Indonesia’s topic is New In Indonesia because the event is participated by 19 countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, China, India, Italy, Thailand, Japan, Korea, Australia and many others that will showcase the latest products in materials, architecture and interior design industry with over 500 booths and 1,000 choices of products, covering 13 main product segments, including various materials, design solutions, latest technology and system that supported the rapid growth of building materials and constructions recently” explained James.

With 45,000 square meter of exhibit area and expecting to welcome some 50,000 visitors, Megabuild Indonesia 2017 will be the most complete exhibition for architecture, interior design and materials in Indonesia this year. During the exhibition, numerous programs and activities will be held for business, professionals and public such as business matching sessions (BizMATCH), Hosted Buyers Program, Target Attendee Program, Tiling Competition, Rome Architecture Exhibition, Networking Night, Indonesian Architecture & Design Forum, Workshop and Seminar, and Jakarta Design Week 2017.

"At MEGABUILD, all parties ranging from house owners, contractors, architects to interior designers could gain inspiration and produce more creative work"

Jakarta Design Week 2017

Jakarta Design Week 2017 is an annual event where Indonesian architects and interior designers meet. This four-days event will present well-known speakers both from local and international level, which will be segregated into a conference, judging of professional work, regulation forum and others. Jakarta Design Week 2017 will be held by Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI – Jakarta).

Chairman of Indonesian Institute of Architects Jakarta Stevanus J Manahampi, said, “The main problem of urbanisation is that the availability of land is limited but the price is high. This poses a challenge for homeowners and architects to design a minimalist yet functional home. MEGABUILD Indonesia will give a new knowledge of the latest technology suitable for quality future housing, as well as becoming a primary reference for architects, interior designers, developers, contractors, consultants and public. Through our seminar and workshop, we are optimistic that MEGABUILD Indonesia will become all-in-one solutions for all.”

In line with the view, Chairwoman of Indonesian Society of Interior Designer, Lea Aziz, added, “Designing interior of a house is a combination of art, taste and endless creativity. At MEGABUILD, all parties ranging from house owners, contractors, architects to interior designers could gain inspiration and produce more creative work. Other than that, this event will provide contribution towards the future growth of building industries”.