Behind the Build: Custom Rattan for a Designer Project

When Vision Meets Craftsmanship

Every great design project begins with a bold idea. At Aksata Rattan, we specialize in translating creative concepts into handcrafted rattan furniture that tells a story. This case study pulls back the curtain on a recent collaboration with an interior designer, where together we brought a fully custom rattan collection to life for a luxury residential and retail hybrid space.

1. The Designer Brief: Natural Meets Contemporary

The client—a Bali-based interior architect—was working on a multipurpose concept space: part boutique hotel, part art gallery, part café.

They needed custom rattan furniture that was:✅ Minimalist, yet artisanal✅ Seamlessly integrated into a modern tropical design✅ Multi-functional: seating that could work for both lounging and display✅ Sized precisely to their floor plan✅ Locally made with sustainable materials

2. Design Process: From Sketch to Prototype

🖌️ Concept Development

We reviewed the designer’s moodboard, spatial renderings, and Pinterest references. Together, we aligned on a “Japandi + tropical craft” aesthetic.

🧱 Material Exploration

We explored various rattan types (manau, kooboo, peeled), combined with reclaimed teak and powder-coated aluminum.

🧪 Sampling & Adjustments

• Initial prototype: lounge chair with curved backrest and cane seat

• Feedback: needed deeper seat and tighter weaving pattern

• Final version: deeper pitch, reinforced base, matching side table

3. Final Pieces Delivered

Here’s a breakdown of the key pieces produced:

All items were built to exact dimension and finished with protective coatings for high foot traffic use.

4. What Made This Project Stand Out

• ✨ Full design freedom — the client controlled every detail, from curve radius to weave density

• 🧶 Handmade-to-spec — no templates, only customized production

• 🌏 Local identity — crafted by artisans in Java, blending global design with Indonesian soul

• 🔄 Real-time updates — weekly photo reports ensured no surprises at delivery

“Aksata Rattan didn’t just build furniture—they helped shape the entire spatial atmosphere. The quality and adaptability were unmatched.”— Lead Designer, Bali Interior Studio

5. Delivery & Installation

All items were shipped flat-pack with installation instructions and delivered to the Bali project site within 10 weeks from approval. The furniture now anchors the space’s identity, drawing praise from guests and design publications alike.

Conclusion: We Make Your Design Vision Tangible

This project proves that when craft meets creativity, anything is possible. Whether you’re designing a boutique hotel, flagship store, or private villa—Aksata Rattan is ready to collaborate on custom furniture that’s truly yours.

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