CONIFER | Prasetiya Mulya Cilandak

Prasetiya Mulya
Cilandak Campus

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Area: 1.5 Ha

Design Completion: 2024

Construction: On Going

Scope: Full Landscape Design Services

“Living Knowledge Ecosystem”

The proposed landscape design for Prasetiya Mulya Cilandak Campus is built around the concept of a “Living Knowledge Ecosystem”, where nature and learning intersect to enrich campus life. At its heart is the Stream of Knowledge, a central circulation spine inspired by the flow of ideas—connecting buildings with shaded walkways, and informal gathering points that promote movement and exchange. Along this stream, students encounter Intellectual Nooks—small, quiet pockets nestled in greenery, designed for reflection, focused study, or group discussions in a comfortable, semi-private setting. Completing the experience is the Literary Garden, a calm, immersive green space that celebrates books, language, and thought—offering sunken lawns, seating, Hall of Fame, and poetic installations that encourage reading, resting, and creative contemplation. Together, these zones shape a campus landscape that is not only functional and climate-resilient but also intellectually vibrant, fostering curiosity, community, and calm within Jakarta’s dense urban context.

Current Condition

The Cilandak campus occupies roughly 1.5 hectares on Jl. RA Kartini TB Simatupang, designed primarily for graduate (MM/MBA) programs and non-degree executive learning programs. Located just 700 m from Fatmawati MRT Station, and right off the JORR toll road (TB Simatupang)—major entry point to Jakarta’s ring road system.

Strength

Strategic Urban Location
- Close to Fatmawati MRT, JORR toll road, and central business districts—good pedestrian access and public transport.
Compact and Manageable Site
- Approx. 1.5 ha makes it feasible to redesign as a unified, walkable, cohesive space.
Professional Atmosphere
- Current landscape suits graduate-level students—neat, clean, with formal edges and tidy pathways.
Proximity to Commercial and Social Hubs
- Nearby amenities (cafes, malls, housing) support potential landscape programming like outdoor study pods, collaboration areas, or café terraces.

Weaknesses

Lack of Identity & Campus Character
- Landscape feels generic and corporate—limited visual branding, sense of place, or student pride in outdoor spaces.
Minimal Outdoor Activation
- Limited outdoor seating, shaded social zones, or flexible open spaces for casual gatherings, events, or student life.
Hard Edges & Limited Biodiversity
- Heavy reliance on paved paths, raised planters—minimal integration with native planting or green-blue infrastructure.
Fragmented Circulation
- Circulation and transition areas (e.g., lobby → open space) are not smoothly integrated with the landscape; pedestrian flow feels linear and tight.

Opportunities

Redesign to Encourage Student Life
- Create adaptive outdoor spaces (amphitheater stairs, shaded lounges, breakout zones) to make landscape part of the daily learning ecosystem.
Digital-Nature Synergy
- Embed Wi-Fi-enabled outdoor learning pods, open-air charging stations, or shaded digital corners to suit hybrid learning and professional meetups.
Strong Landscape Branding
- Use planting, furniture, paving, and signage to express “business school in nature” identity—position campus as modern, green, and forward-thinking.

Threats

Limited Land Availability
- Expansion space is very limited—must work within strict boundaries and existing building footprint.
Urban Noise & Pollution
- Proximity to TB Simatupang toll road and MRT means noise and air quality may limit outdoor comfort.
Climate Challenges
- Jakarta’s heavy rain, flooding risk, and intense sun exposure demand robust landscape systems for comfort and drainage.
Short-Term Focus by Management
- Budget, academic priorities, or stakeholder concerns may undervalue the long-term benefits of quality landscape investment.
Increased Competition
- Competing urban campuses may offer more immersive green environments (e.g., BINUS Alam Sutera, UMN) if not upgraded.

Landscape Narrative

The proposed landscape design for Prasetiya Mulya Cilandak Campus is built around the concept of a “Living Knowledge Ecosystem”, where nature and learning intersect to enrich campus life. At its heart is the Stream of Knowledge, a central circulation spine inspired by the flow of ideas—connecting buildings with shaded walkways, water features, and informal gathering points that promote movement and exchange. Along this stream, students encounter Intellectual Nooks—small, quiet pockets nestled in greenery, designed for reflection, focused study, or group discussions in a comfortable, semi-private setting. Completing the experience is the Literary Garden, a calm, immersive green space that celebrates books, language, and thought—offering open lawns, seating, and poetic installations that encourage reading, resting, and creative contemplation. Together, these zones shape a campus landscape that is not only functional and climate-resilient but also intellectually vibrant, fostering curiosity, community, and calm within Jakarta’s dense urban context.

Stream of Knowledge

Education is a dynamic process that flows like a river, guided by the stream of knowledge principle. This principle emphasizes the continuous and evolving nature of learning, mirroring the way a river never stops moving, changing, and adapting to its surroundings.

Literary Garden

A garden with seating, meeting and study areas where each section is themed after classic literature. This can include Hall of Fame, statues, plaques, or art installations related to great authors or scholars.

Intelectual Nooks & Study Hall

Establish intimate circular seating arrangements or Study Pods amidst greenery where students can engage in deep discussions or group studies..

Related Projects: Prasetiya Mulya BSD Campus, Atma Jaya BSD Campus, Atma Jaya Jakarta Campus