Private Residence
Botanica
White Oak VPanel and Accoya Timberclad System Delivered Under Compressed Urban Residential Constraints
Architect
SSOM Studio
year
2023
location
South Jakarta, Indonesia
size
550 m²
The Brief
Project Overview
Botanica is a 550 m² residence delivered within a one-month timeline under strict building management and vendor overlap conditions.
The geometry required curved machining tolerances across interior and exterior timber systems.
Objective
The objective was to execute precision timber systems under schedule compression by delivering:
• Tight-radius machining for White Oak VPanel
• Stable Accoya Timberclad façade integration
• Controlled installation sequencing alongside multiple trades
• Seamless curved transitions without correction
This project validated coordination discipline under commercial timeline pressure.
The Constraints
One-Month Delivery Timeline
Production and installation had to align with compressed scheduling while maintaining surface alignment discipline.
Strict Building Management Regulations
Limited working hours and procedural restrictions increased sequencing pressure.
Simultaneous Vendor Activity
Timber systems were installed alongside other trades. Coordination errors would immediately affect finish quality.
Curved Interior Geometry
Precision curved angles required exact machining and pre-resolution before site delivery.
The Engineering
White Oak VPanel Interior System
Stabilized oak panels were calibrated for consistent grain flow and minimal movement.
Accoya Exterior Integration
Exterior cladding used acetylated Accoya to resist movement under Jakarta humidity.
Digital Curvature Calibration
Curved elements were resolved digitally before fabrication to prevent on-site tolerance stacking.
Trade Coordination Workflow
Installation sequencing aligned with building access restrictions to protect finished surfaces.
The Products and Materials
The Results and Insights
Compressed Timeline Achieved
The 550 m² residence was delivered within one month without compromising alignment or surface quality.
Curved Precision Maintained
Seamless transitions between flat and curved planes were achieved through disciplined machining and sequencing.
Urban Coordination Capability Strengthened
Botanica reinforced Woodlam’s ability to operate within regulated residential developments under layered constraints.
Effortless Appearance, Structured Execution
The calm finish masks rigorous preparation, validating a principle: visible simplicity requires invisible structure.
Location
South Jakarta, Indonesia
INDONESIA
Frequently Asked Questions
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How can curved timber details be delivered under tight timelines?
By resolving geometry digitally before production and minimising on-site improvisation. Speed is achieved through preparation, not accelerated labour.
Why use Accoya in an urban Jakarta environment?
Accoya offers enhanced dimensional stability and resistance to moisture, reducing long-term distortion in humid conditions.
What is the risk of overlapping vendor schedules?
Tolerance stacking and surface damage increase when trades overlap. Strict sequencing and interface control are essential to preserve finish quality.
Why is this project strategically important for Woodlam?
Botanica demonstrates Woodlam’s capacity to deliver complex, curved timber systems within strict urban residential constraints and accelerated timelines.
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