A fire engulfed the settlement of Sade Village, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, on Saturday night, August 22, 2026. The fire broke out while local residents were resting and resulted in hundreds of traditional Sasak houses being burned. Not only buildings and homes were affected, but residents’ belongings, including traditional woven textiles that constitute one of Sade Village’s distinctive local commodities, were also lost in the incident.

Sade Village is one of Indonesia’s traditional villages known as a destination for both domestic and international tourists. The village preserves the rich traditional architecture of the Sasak people, as well as tangible and intangible cultural heritage that continues to be maintained and preserved by the local community. Therefore, the fire not only caused material losses for residents but also posed a threat to the continuity of the cultural heritage and traditional architectural character that define Sade Village. read more

On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, the Department of Architecture and Planning (DTAP), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a farewell event for graduating students who were scheduled to attend the graduation ceremony on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Grha Sabha Pramana (GSP) UGM. The event was attended by the graduating students and their parents, as well as DTAP faculty members and staff who have contributed to their education throughout their studies.

From the May to July 2026 graduation assessment period, the Undergraduate Architecture Study Program graduated 53 students, while the Undergraduate Urban and Regional Planning Study Program (PWK) graduated 45 students. In total, 98 graduates from the two study programs are now ready to begin the next chapter of their journey after completing their studies at DTAP. read more

On Thursday, August 13, 2026, the Department of Architecture and Planning (DTAP) held an Info Day attended by first-year undergraduate students from the Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning (PWK) study programs, Class of 2026. The event took place in Room K1 on the second floor of DTAP, with the department session lasting approximately one hour. More than 150 students from both study programs participated in the event.

The event began with a brief introduction to DTAP, including its history and the study programs within the department. This was followed by an introduction to the lecturers and administrative staff who play an important role in supporting teaching and learning activities on campus. Each lecturer and staff member was called by name and took turns greeting the students with a wave. read more

Deva Fosterharoldas Swasto, a lecturer at the Department of Architecture and Planning (DTAP), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), was one of the speakers at a discussion on alternative vertical housing models for residential areas in Yogyakarta City, organized by the Yogyakarta City Government, through the Housing and Settlement Areas Working Group (Pokja PKP).

The discussion addressed the need to develop alternative vertical housing models amid limited land availability and growing housing demand in Yogyakarta City. As a center for education, government, tourism, and economic activities, Yogyakarta has relatively high population density. Meanwhile, data on housing occupancy backlog indicate that 29.72% of households in Yogyakarta City do not yet occupy their own homes, making housing provision an important issue in the city’s development. read more

In celebration of the 81st Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia, staff members of the Department of Architecture and Planning (DTAP), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada, including administrative staff, security personnel, and cleaning service staff, took part in a series of games organized by the Faculty of Engineering on Friday (July 31) at the FT Basketball Court. The event served as both a token of appreciation and a refreshing break for employees whose contributions are essential to supporting the University’s academic and operational activities. Although much of their work takes place behind the scenes, their roles are indispensable in ensuring the smooth delivery of teaching and learning activities, administrative services, and a safe and comfortable campus environment. read more

Prof. Wiendu Nuryanti delivered a Valedictory Lecture titled “Rekayasa Arsitektur, Budaya, dan Pariwisata” (Engineering Architecture, Culture, and Tourism) on Tuesday (28/7), marking her retirement as a professor. On the same occasion, Prof. Wiendu also launched her book, Borobudur dan Kita. The event was attended by Prof. Wiendu’s colleagues, friends, and family, who gathered to hear the ideas she shared in her farewell lecture.

In her lecture, Prof. Wiendu highlighted the importance of the concept of “rekayasa” within the trilogy of architecture, culture, and tourism as one of the foundations for Indonesia to develop into a global superpower. According to her, the word reka is rooted in the idea of the work of human intellect and wisdom. Within this trilogy, architecture serves as the space or vessel; culture provides meaning, narratives, and legitimacy; while tourism serves as its driving force. read more

The Doctoral Architecture Student Association participated in the Kamisan Lesehan Ilmiah with the theme “Sharing Knowledge, Experiences, and Motivation Through Architectural Sketches.”

The topic was presented through the solo exhibition of Prof. Ir. Ikaputra, M. Eng., Ph.D., entitled “A Solo Exhibition: Biographical Sketches of Ikaputra”. Through this exhibition, visitors were invited to explore how sketches can represent more than just lines and drawings. The visit was not only an opportunity to appreciate artworks but also a valuable moment for doctoral architecture students to gain motivation and translate the inspiration into their own creative works. read more

The Doctoral Program in Architecture, Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning (DTAP), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), conducted two Doctoral Candidate Closed Examinations in April and May 2026. These academic activities represent an important stage in the doctoral research process, highlighting architectural studies that contribute to a deeper understanding of urban issues through scientific approaches.

The first closed examination was held on April 6, 2026, for Doctoral Candidate Husna Izzati with the dissertation title “Kontinuitas Identitas Lanskap Pusat Kota Lama Bandung” (Continuity of Landscape Identity in the Old City Center of Bandung). This research explores how the identity of Bandung’s Old City Center landscape was formed, transformed, and maintained throughout the city’s development. Through a qualitative case study approach and historical-morphological analysis, the research reveals that the continuity of landscape identity is not only shaped by physical elements but also by the persistence of functions and symbolic meanings embedded within the urban space. read more

Prof. Ir. Bakti Setiawan, M.A., Ph.D., a faculty member of the Department of Architecture and Planning, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), served as a keynote speaker in a dissemination event on Spatial Planning Documents covering the Yogyakarta Special Region Spatial Plan (RTRW) 2023–2043 and the Development Strategy for the Sultanate and Duchy Strategic Spatial Units (Satuan Ruang Strategis/SRS) 2023–2043. The event was organized by the Government of the Special Region of Yogyakarta on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the Adhikari Meeting Room of the Regional Land and Spatial Planning Agency (DISPERTARU DIY). read more

A lecturer from the Department of Architecture and Planning Engineering (DTAP), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Ir. Ar. Adi Utomo Hatmoko, M.Arch., IAI., AA., served as one of the speakers at the International Collaborative Studio (ICS) 5.0 in 2026. This international program was a collaboration between the Architecture Study Program of Universitas Brawijaya, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), and The University of Western Australia (UWA).

On this occasion, Adi Utomo Hatmoko delivered a presentation entitled “Designing a Student Hub,” which discussed the importance of designing communal student spaces as an integral part of the campus environment. The presentation highlighted how a student hub functions not only as an academic support facility, but also as a space for collaboration, social interaction, creativity, and student community development. read more