In this issue

The subject of art has long been an inspiration to those pursuing the finer things in life. I am fortunate to have seen more than my fair share of global art exhibitions. Every time, I am always fascinated by the multitude of dialogues, experimentations, and interpretations around art objects as they evolve beyond just any artist’s medium of expression. Add design to the mix, and it gets even more enjoyable. After all, these are two fineries that every culture and civilization through time immemorial may only produce when they have reached the apex of their growth. Thus, this issue’s theme of Art & Design celebrates these two elements of human ingenuity through our regional perspective. I can’t think of anyone better suited to represent this issue’s theme as our Cover Story than my favourite art mom and esteemed art enthusiast with one of the most impressive collections, Noorani Sukardi Soeprapto. Looking at her busy schedule flying around the world organizing exhibitions and sharing the works of talented Indonesian artists, I’m very proud to feature her story in this issue. Catch our other personalities in this issue, including Carlo Colombo, considered one of the most important Italian architects on the international scene, designer duo Kyoko Inoda and Nils Sveje of the renowned INODA+SVEJE, and veteran independent fine art curator Enin Supriyanto. There is no shortage of artistic talents in Asia, and I’m dedicating our Art & Culture column to these rising artists from the region—each fully deserving more recognition and opportunity—including homegrown Alexander Sebastianus and Sinta Tantra, whose work I had the pleasure of enjoying during ART SG back in January. Look out for these rising stars because you will surely hear more of them before long. When you really think about it, art and design are inseparable from our modern way of
life.

Prestige Indonesia Magazine Description:

Prestige Indonesia is the monthly luxury and lifestyle magazine that covers the life and times of the rich and famous in Indonesia and the rest of the world. As the ultimate lifestyle magazine of choice for Indonesia's elite affluent decision makers, Prestige is packed with full of useful and relevant materials that enriches, informs and entertains its readers. The magazine is an insider to the high life in Indonesia; featuring personalities who are either the peers or much to the envy and emulation of our readers. They enjoy a rich feast of intelligent reading and spectacular photography on subjects as varied as local society, business titans, international news and entertainment, fashion, travel, high-end gadgets and diversion. With high quality content and sophisticated presentation, Prestige brings a unique and modern international air to the category of lifestyle magazines in Indonesia. Besides Indonesia, Prestige also has editions in Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Thailand. It is published 13 times a year, including the annual issue: Prestige LIFESTYLE and has a print run of 25,000 copies.