UGM Architecture study programme received another study visit on Thursday (26/1). This time, the field study came from Universitas Halu Uleo (UHO), Kendari. The visit with the theme “Green Smart Building & Culture” also aims to study the new building of the Faculty of Engineering, the SGLC building. The group of UHO students and lecturers were then received by Dr. Ahmad Nasikun, S.T., M.Sc. as the Manager of Student Affairs of the Faculty of Engineering and Nur Zahrotunnisaa Zagi, S.T., M.T. as a representative of Architecture.

The event, which took place in one of the SGLC meeting rooms, had started at 09.00 with remarks by Mr Nasikun and Mrs Santi as representatives of Halu Uleo University. After that, there was an exchange of plaques as a memento from both parties. Then entered the core event, namely the description of the Faculty of Engineering and the SGLC building by Mr Nasikun. Followed by an explanation of the Architecture programme by Mrs Ica. UHO friends seemed enthusiastic about hearing the explanation of Mr Nasikun and Mrs Ica while asking various questions about the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture, and the SGLC building.

Towards 11.00 am, Dr Ir. Inggar Septhia Irawati, S.T., M.T., IPM. took the time to join together. Mrs Inggar as the Asset Manager of the Faculty of Engineering gave an in-depth explanation about the SGLC building, especially about the Green Building certification that has been obtained. According to Mrs Inggar, various design considerations and building systems were things that were very much considered when the construction of SGLC in order to get the certification.

At the end of the event, a group photo session was held in front of the SGLC building. The event then continued with a visit to the DTAP campus to see the work of UGM Architecture friends such as the work of DORXLAB and studio work.

The whole event ended with a group photo in front of DTAP’s red bricks. Thus ended the visit from the UHO Architecture programme. Hopefully the knowledge gained can be useful for the progress of the joint architecture programme and it is hoped that cooperation and good relations will continue between UGM Architecture and UHO Architecture in the future.

On Wednesday (18/1) the UGM Architecture Study Program received a visit from the Architecture Study Program at Makassar State University (UNM). The study visit was received directly by Dr. Eng. Nedyomukti Imam Syafii, S.T., M.Sc., as secretary of the Architecture program.

UNM Architecture students, accompanied by two of their lecturers, have been present in the K1 DTAP room since 09.00. The event begins with a description of the program, the latest activities, and the achievements and accreditations that have been achieved. Then, the event continued with a question-and-answer session. Several UNM students and lecturers seemed enthusiastic about submitting various questions about UGM architecture. Approaching 11.30, the event session in room K1 will soon end. The event ended with the submission of a plaque from UNM Architecture to UGM Architecture.

Furthermore, the students were invited to tour the DTAP environment as well as see the final assignments of the UGM Architecture students. Starting from the Architecture Final Assignment room, then going to the Library, and the last being the Architecture Studio room, The students looked so enthusiastic as they watched the various designs and assignments.

Then, at the end of the event, a group photo session was held in front of the red bricks of DTAP. Thus ended the visit from the UNM Architecture Program. Hopefully the knowledge gained can be useful for the advancement of the joint architecture program, and it is hoped that cooperation and good relations will continue to exist between UGM Architecture and UNM Architecture in the future.

Since its establishment in 1962, the Department of Architecture and Planning (DTAP) has now turned 60 years old. To commemorate the DTAP anniversary, a number of events were held, including the DTAP Sportsfest in August and the DTAP Anniversary Celebration in September.Until finally, the highlight of the 60th anniversary of the Department of Architecture and Planning was held on Saturday, December 17, 2022.

The peak event started in the morning at 06.30 with a healthy walk and group gymnastics. This activity is an internal event attended by lecturers, students, and employees, along with their families, and there are also student representatives. The event took place on a lively stage with an entertainment stage where lecturers and students joined in singing on stage. Then, there was a door prize draw that all participants had been waiting for the most. After various consolation prizes were distributed, it was time to draw the main prizes, which were 3 television units, 1 refrigerator unit, and 2 folding bicycle units. The morning event was declared over after the main prizes were distributed to the lucky winners.

The highlight of the 60th anniversary of DTAP continued in the afternoon in the form of an alumni workshop. Since 11:30 a.m., alumni have started arriving at the DTAP campus. While eating the lunch that had been prepared, the alumni looked happy to be reunited with their friends from college. After lunch, Alumni Workshop activities were held in rooms K1-K2. For those who cannot attend the DTAP campus in person, the Alumni Workshop event can also be watched online via Zoom. The event began with presentations by the departments and study programs about the current conditions of the DTAP campus, which were growing among the alumni. Then immediately proceed with the Alumni Workshop, which was guided by Prof. Ir. Bakti Setiawan, M.A., Ph.D., and Dr. Eng. Ir. Laretna T. Adishakti, M. Arch. The event was intended to build friendships between alumni and lecturers. Apart from alumni telling inspiring stories, there was also a question and answer session, which was enthusiastically attended by fellow alumni. At the end of the event, a group photo session marked the end of the Alumni Workshop session.

After the alumni workshop ended, it was followed by a jam session with BMW. In addition, there was a presentation of a memento in the form of a painting from Dr. Eng. Ir. Laretna T. Adishakti, M. Arch., for DTP. The afternoon program was fairly relaxed, with coffee breaks and entertainment from BMW. Alumni friends seemed to be chatting with the lecturers and letting go of the campus that was once part of their youth. Several alumni also contributed songs and sang together on stage.

Thus, the top event of the 60th anniversary of the Department of Architecture and Planning Engineering ended. Hopefully, with increasing age, DTAP will become more victorious, continue to develop for the better, and produce graduates who are inspiring, beneficial to the environment and society, and play a role in the progress of the nation and state. Dirgahayu DTAP!

On Tuesday (22/11), the Department of Architecture and Planning held a release ceremony for graduates of the Bachelor program in room K1. There were 9 students from the Bachelor of Architecture program and 21 students from the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning program at the graduation this November.

The graduates accompanied by their parents or guardians seemed to have started attending the event since 13.00. The event was then opened by singing the Indonesia Raya song and delivering remarks from Ir. Deva Fosterharoldas Swasto, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., IPM. as Head of Department. The graduation ceremony was also attended by all levels of management, lecturers and staff of the Department of Architecture and Planning.

Entering the main event, namely the reading of the minutes of the Judisium program for the Bachelor of Architecture read by Dr. Eng. Nedyomukti Imam Syafii, S.T., M.Sc and handing over the certificates to the graduates. In this period, the Architecture graduate with the highest GPA was achieved by Iqbal Adi Handoko with a 3.59 GPA. Apart from that, Iqbal Adi Handoko also has other achievements such as 2nd place in the Timeless Youth EXPORIVM 2021 Competition and 3rd place in the Ruang Rasa Gaung Bandung Competition.

Furthermore, the reading of the minutes of the Judiciary for the Regional and City Planning program by Isti Hidayati, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D. as well as handing over certificates to the graduates. The Regional and City Planning graduate with the highest GPA in the November period was Lenna Kurnia Wijaya with a 3.84 GPA.

The event continued with the delivery of messages and impressions from parents’ representatives, graduates’ representatives, and student representatives. The event was then closed with a prayer together. Congratulations to all graduates who have completed their studies at the Department of Architecture and Planning. Hopefully the knowledge that has been achieved can be put into practice for the benefit of society, nation, state, and mankind.

The release of the Graduates of the Bachelor program was again held on Thursday (25/8) by the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning. The release event this time felt more special because it was held offline and outdoors in the DTAP Innercourt area. There are as many as 69 students of the Bachelor of Architecture program and 21 students of the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning program at the release of the August period this time.

Not only the graduates, but their parents/guardians also attended the graduation ceremony at the DTAP Innercourt. The entire management, lecturers, and staff of the Department and Study Program also participated in the Graduation Release. After the prayer together, remarks from Ir. Deva Fosterharoldas Swasto, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., IPM. as Head of the Department marked the start of the release ceremony.

Then enter the main event with the reading of the minutes and the handing over of departmental mementos starting with the Bachelor of Architecture program by Harry Kurniawan, ST., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Head of Bachelor of Architecture Study Program). There are two Architecture Graduates with the highest GPA, namely Grace Ratnaputri Rityasmara and Ancilla Putri Firdauzi with a GPA of 3.79.

Furthermore, the reading of the minutes of the Judiciary of the Urban and Regional Planning program by Dr. Yori Herwangi, S.T., MURP. (Head of PWK Undergraduate Study Program) as well as handing over departmental mementos. The PWK graduate with the highest GPA was achieved by Ajeng Sekar Heryani with a 3.93 GPA.

The event continued with the delivery of messages and impressions from representatives of parents, representatives of graduates, and representatives of students. The event then closed with a prayer together. Congratulations to all graduates who have completed their study period in the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning. Hopefully the knowledge that has been achieved can be put into practice for the benefit of society, nation, state, and mankind.

In order to start the new semester of TA 2022/2023, the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning again held its inaugural lecture on Monday (15/08). The inaugural activities were packaged as a Public Lecture by presenting selected speakers. Although this activity is only required for Bachelor of Architecture students batch 2022, all students from various study programs and levels in the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning can take part in the inaugural lecture.

On this occasion, the speaker presented was Adi Purnomo, the architect and founder of Mamostudio. The event started at 09.00 in the K1 DTAP room. Not only new students, but students from various generations were also enthusiastic about participating in this inaugural lecture.

With this inaugural lecture, it is hoped that it can ignite the enthusiasm and readiness of students to face the new academic year. In addition, students can use Adi Purnomo’s lecture this time as an inspiration and motivation for them.

On Wednesday (10/08), the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning held an Infoday activity aimed for new students of the Bachelor of Architectural Engineering and Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning programs for the 2022/2023 academic year. After last year’s Infoday was held online, this time Infoday can be held offline, to be precise in rooms K1-K2.

Infoday is a routine activity that is always held every year at DTAP. The purpose of this activity is to introduce DTAP to new students. These introductions cover various aspects such as introductions to lecturers, department and study program managers, education staff, extracurricular activities, student organizations, DTAP facilities and infrastructure, and the DTAP environment.

The presentation about the introduction of the department started from Ir. Deva Fosterharoldas Swasto, ST, M.Sc., Ph.D., IPM. as head of the Department. The presentation was continued by Syam Rachma Marcillia, ST, M.Eng., Ph.D regarding the introduction of KBK and lecturers. Don’t forget to introduce the education staff at DTAP. Each study program manager also had the opportunity to introduce the study program to new students. Then a question and answer session was opened for students who have questions related to their college life later.

It is hoped that the Infoday activity can be a provision for new students to feel closer and more comfortable in the DTAP environment, and make it easier for them to undergo future lectures.

The release of Bachelor program graduates was again held on Wednesday (25/5) by the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning. The release event was held in a mixed manner, namely offline in the K1 room and online via Zoom. There are 6 students of the Bachelor of Architecture program and 7 students of the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning program at the release of the May period this time.

The release of the graduates was attended by all levels of management, lecturers, and staff of the Department and Study Program. In addition, there are some parents/guardians who can attend to accompany graduates offline. The event was then opened with remarks from Ir. Deva Fosterharoldas Swasto, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., IPM. as Head of the Department.

Entering the main event, namely the reading of the Yudisium program for the Bachelor of Architecture program which was read by Dr. eng. Nedyomukti Imam Syafii, S.T., M.Sc. (Secretary of the Bachelor of Architecture Study Program). The Architecture Graduate with the highest GPA was achieved by Muhammad Rasyid Verdyansyah with a 3.77 GPA. In addition, Vina Andita became the youngest Architecture graduate at the age of 21 years and 10 months.

Furthermore, the reading of the minutes of the Judisium of the Urban and Regional Planning program by Dr. Yori Herwangi, S.T., MURP. (Head of PWK Undergraduate Study Program). The PWK graduate with the highest GPA was achieved by Ikhsan Mauludin with a 3.94 GPA. Meanwhile, the youngest PWK graduate is Holy Githa Natalie at the age of 21 years and 4 months.

The event continued with the delivery of messages and impressions from representatives of parents, representatives of graduates, and representatives of students, as well as the screening of memorable videos. Then, the event closed with a prayer together. Congratulations to all graduates who have completed their study period in the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning. Hopefully the knowledge that has been achieved can be put into practice for the benefit of society, nation, state, and mankind.

Archilecture Series was held again by the Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning on Friday (27/5). The Archilecture Series this time is one of the pre-events of The 6th Biennale ICIAP 2022 which will be held at the end of the year.

The event is open to the public and conducted online via Zoom with the topic “Adaptive Landscape, Resilient City”. The main speaker at this event was Dissa Pidanti Raras, who is the Urban Designer & Landscape Designer of Ramboll Studio Dreiseitl. After receiving a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Architecture, Gadjah Mada University, Dissa continued her education at the Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design program at GSAPP, Columbia University. In addition, Dissa also has experience working on various landscaping, planning, and research projects in Jakarta, Singapore, New York, to Switzerland.

In her presentation, Dissa explained that the extreme climate change that is hitting the world today is also a result of urban infrastructure development, therefore a sustainable and resilient city design is needed to deal with this. One of them is through adaptive landscape design, which makes nature and various natural processes that occur as part of the design. Dissa also presented her projects with Ramboll Studio in Singapore as a precedent in her explanation of 5S design thinking that needs to be considered in adaptive design, namely site, scale, scenario, stewardship, and share-benefit.

After the presentation was over, the event continued with a question and answer session. Guided by Alyas Abibawa as moderator, several participants enthusiastically asked questions that sparked an interesting discussion. According to Dissa, implementing adaptive design in Indonesia needs to be adapted to the local context and existing social conditions. She believes that currently people in Indonesia are also increasingly concerned and understand the importance of public outdoor space, especially after the pandemic, public awareness to be able to do outdoor activities safely and comfortably is also increasing. This should be a momentum for many parties to invest in the development of a good public outdoor space.

At the end of the event, Dissa also expressed his enthusiasm for welcoming ICIAP which will be held this year. The event then ended with a Zoom photo session together.

The Archilecture can be viewed again via the following link:

Archilecture Series: Adaptive Landscape, Resilient City

The Department of Architectural Engineering and Planning fills the second working day after the Eid holiday by holding the Syawalan 1443H event on Tuesday (10/5). Different from the previous two years, Syawalan this time was held in a mixed manner in the form of limited appeal in the K1 DTAP room and daring through Zoom Meetings. The Syawalan event became a moment to celebrate Eid together and a gathering event between DTAP civitas.

The event opened with the reading of Divine Words led by Mr. Purwantara and continued with remarks by Ir. Deva Fosterharoldas Swasto, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., IPM. as Head of Department. In his remarks, he expressed his gratitude for being able to gather again in person even though it was limited, but he still reminded him to maintain health protocols because the pandemic was not over yet.

Then the event continued with the Wisdom of Syawalan which was filled by Ir. Didik Kristiadi, MLA., M.Arch.UD. In the Wisdom of Syawalan, he emphasized and again reminded the importance of always praying and praying for one another so that the deeds of worship that we do during the month of Ramadan can be accepted by Allah SWT.

The next Syawalan event was a session of shaking hands, apologizing to each other and taking pictures with the DTAP extended family. With the end of the handshake session, the DTAP big family Syawalan 1443H ended.