NUS Cities Lecture Series 28

(Website) Mr. Wibowo Muljono

Designing Tomorrow: Developing Through a Sustainable Lens in Southeast Asia Cities

As Southeast Asia’s cities grow rapidly, how can developers shape urban environments that balance nature, resilience, and cultural identity? In this lecture, Wibowo Muljono, President Director of Astra Property, shares strategies drawn from key projects across Astra’s portfolio. These include Altea BLVD, which integrates rainwater harvesting, native plant ecosystems, and low-emission mobility; Asya, a lakeside township promoting green space, eco-lifestyle programs, and water reuse; and Menara Astra, a landmark commercial tower in Jakarta that implements solar power, zero-waste systems, and energy-efficient design. Public initiatives like Tebet Eco Park—recipient of the Seoul Design Award 2024 and President’s Design Award Singapore 2023—further reflect Astra Property’s commitment to restorative urbanism. Recognized among BCI Asia’s Top 10 Developers 2024, Astra Property offers a Southeast Asian vision for sustainable growth rooted in purpose, performance, and place.

Mr. Wibowo Muljono

AIA, LEED AP, President Director of PT Menara Astra (Astra Property), licensed architect in the State of New York, LEED Accredited Professional, former designer at Gensler New York and Three Architecture Dallas, and leader in sustainable, community-centered real estate development across Indonesia

Date: 30 July 2025, Wednesday

Location: NUS SDE LT421

Time: 6:30 p.m. SGT - 8:30 p.m. SGT

NUS Cities Lecture Series investigates ideas, policies and projects developed by urban experts, which aspire to create sustainable, resilient, and liveable cities.