CDA has been providing architectural services in Indonesia primarily for the commercial sector since 1993. Having survived the Asian financial crisis of the late 90’s CDA has emerged as a small but focused group of designers dedicated to doing few but quality projects. With the recent boom in the real estate market in Bali CDA is now slated to open its first branch on the island to better serve its growing client base in the area.

Canggu Clubhouse in BaliSignificant recent projects include Halliburton’s Balikpapan Facility, Volvo car showroom and soon to be completed Canggu Clubhouse in Bali as well as a new classroom module for Jakarta International School. Currently on the drawing boards are a small micro-brewery and a private tennis and squash building.

CDA’s architectural team prides itself in listening to you and your aims and providing cost-effective and innovative solutions. CDA is attuned to your visions attention to detail. We are always interested in hearing what your building program may be and if appropriate helping you realize your goals.

Volvo car showroomThirty years ago, most interiors were planned by their occupants. But once technology began its rapid evolution, designing an interior has become increasingly complicated. Automation, new construction technologies, environmental consciousness and ergonomic progress have conspired to make good design more complex to achieve and, as a result, more valuable.

Interior design is a discipline that demands research, development and analytical skills, a command of technology, and a knowledge of codes. With these tools, the designer shapes three dimensional interiors. Relying on education and experience, the designer is well prepared to create an environment that will meet your functional needs as well as aesthetic expectations. But a beautiful interior is without value unless it is a functional environment. The relationship between space planning and productivity has been proven. Good design means good business, as well as personal comfort and well being.

If you are renovating, relocating, or expanding, costly mistakes or downtime negatively affects profitability. Seeking professional counsel early is most cost-efficient and is among the best investments an individual or a business can make.

International Interior Design Association “Good Design Makes The Difference”.

In Indonesia, the foreign businessman who is opening an office must face the additional challenges of explaining what they want to people who speak a different language, unskilled workmen, different concepts of quality, difficulties to obtain quality building materials on time for projects and designers whose skills are probably not at the level they have been used to dealing with. Qualified designers who understand the standards of international businesses are difficult to find.

BNP Lippo reception areaAs a leading Interior Design Firm in Jakarta, CDA has been servicing multinational clients in Indonesia since 1993. CDA specializes in corporate office Interior Design, Fit-Out and Project Management. With a staff of 20 trained professionals we combine overseas experience and a local staff to deliver an international level of service at locally competitive prices. Our many clients will attest to our professionalism, creativity and the attention we give each project. Some recently complete offices, include: Bank Boston, Cigna Insurance, Dow Chemical, Du Pont, L'Oreal, Lucent Technologies, Philip Morris, Shell Oil, US Embassy and Westinghouse to name but a few.

Cathay Pacific reception areaCDA's designers are trained to budget accurately and efficiently for materials and services. This ensures that informed decisions will be made throughout the planning process. Our experienced designers will help you explore the scope of a project and its associated costs - early on - before decisions are made and money is spent. The bottom line is that professional interior design is an essential component of a successful project. From space planning to lighting to construction documents, CDA's professionals will help determine which design services are right for your project. Also, Walt Disney Officeas project managers we will assemble the necessary team of professionals from a variety of disciplines to take the project to completion.

We would be happy to meet with you at your convenience to explain exactly how CDA can assist you in saving both your time and money in your next office fit-out through our proven design and project management record. So if you are considering an office move or reorganization, please contact either Rick McBride, AIA or Myrna Anwar at the above address and let us show you how we can help in the planning, design and execution of your office needs.expat