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The Difference between IAI Member Architects and Non-Members

When you want to choose an architectural service, you might feel confused because of the abundance of architects in Indonesia. Besides the considerable number of architects in Indonesia that are worth considering, you might also question the level of professionalism of these architects. Well, you can actually choose professional and credible architectural services based on their membership in the Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI). Let's take a look at the differences between IAI member architects and non-members in the following review![...]

Getting to Know Professional Architect Organizations Abroad" in English

Architects are designers of buildings and their surrounding complexes. Additionally, they are responsible for overseeing the realization of the entire complex. This often leads architects to also take on project management roles. The architectural profession is spread worldwide. Therefore, it's not surprising that professional architect organizations emerge in every country in the form of associations or societies. This article[...]

Checking the Credibility of Architects, Here's How!

As a consumer, you certainly want to use the services of reliable or credible architects. Although architects must have a basic understanding of construction, that is not the only way to assess their credibility. An architect can also offer credibility in other aspects, such as ethics and sustainability concepts, as well as having capabilities related to your needs, such as project management or construction management capabilities. To ensure the credibility of the architect you are going to hire, let's take a look at the complete review below![...]

Architect Competency Test Grid in Indonesia

Do you know that graduates with a bachelor's degree in Architecture cannot immediately work as architects? Prospective architects are required to pass the Architect Competency Test to obtain an Architect Registration Certificate or STRA. The STRA is the official proof that an architect can fully practice architecture. So, what are the requirements to take the Architect Competency Test?Requirements for the Architect Competency Test[...]

Benefits of Using Professional Architect Services

Everyone surely wants to have the most beautiful house. However, when it comes to the process of building a house, many are still unsure whether they need to hire a professional architect. You might think that hiring a professional architect will increase the construction budget. While this concern is understandable, you need to remember that building a house is a very complex matter. Professional architectural services are essential if you want to gain the following benefits![...]

What Should Be Prepared Before Interning as an Architect?

An internship is a work training program for prospective architects under the supervision of an architect. This work training program is conducted systematically, structured, documented, and can be accounted for through validation by the Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI) or the Indonesian Architects Council (DAI). So, what should be prepared before an architecture internship? Here is the information![...]

31 Perguruan Tinggi Penyelenggara PPAr di Indonesia

The profession of architecture is now widely sought after by young Indonesians. Therefore, many universities offer architecture programs to serve as a platform for talented young aspiring architects. However, this alone is not enough to produce outstanding architectures. Education with international standards is required so that their talents can be maximally honed.Based on that background, the Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI)[...]

PKB Mandatory as Additional Requirement in the Issuance of STRA Reactivation and Conversion Process

JAKARTA – During the transition period until the end of 2021, the Indonesian Architects Council (DAI) is conducting a program to convert and reactivate the previous Architect Expertise Certificates (SKA) into Architect Registration Certificates (STRA).DAI administers the STRA services based on the provisions of Law No. 6/2017 concerning Architects, as amended by Law No. 11/2020 concerning Job Creation and Government Regulation[...]

As Indonesia's 76th Independence Day Approaches, the First Architect Registration Certificate Has Been Issued

After the soft launch of the STRA application on August 12, 2021, the Indonesian Architects Council (DAI) issued the first STRA on August 15, 2021.

Architects Must Have STRA, Here's an Explanation from the Indonesian Architects Association

Similar to other professions, the architecture profession also has laws that regulate and provide protection and legal certainty for architects, clients, architectural practices, architectural works, and the public.

Procedure for Issuing STRA, Verification and Validation Will Be Conducted

The procedure for issuing the Architect Registration Certificate (STRA) must be understood in order to align the architect registration process.