Homes and Spaces
Rooted in Culture, Inspired by Nature
Peggy Caesari
Architect
Architecture Degree
@ Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana
Based in
Canggu, Bali
About Me
👋🏼 Hello, I'm Peggy!
I'm a recent architecture graduate driven by a deep love for thoughtful, culturally aware spaces. During my studies and early freelance projects, I’ve explored how design can shape the way we live, connect, and feel.
My approach blends natural materials 🍂, local context 🏡, and a minimalist aesthetic ✨ to create spaces that feel calm, grounded, and intentional. I believe great architecture starts with empathy 💛, and I’m excited to keep learning, growing, and collaborating.
Let’s create something meaningful together 🤝
Selected Projects
Villa Palu
Private Villa
Overview
This villa was designed with a focus on comfort, natural ventilation, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Inspired by tropical architecture, the layout embraces openness and light, using wide openings, a central courtyard, and shaded terraces to create a relaxed atmosphere.
The spatial arrangement includes a spacious living area, private bedrooms with direct garden access, and a multifunctional open kitchen. Natural materials such as wood and stone are used to enhance the warm, organic feel of the space, while simple geometric forms provide a clean and modern aesthetic.
This project reflects my interest in blending functionality with atmosphere, where architecture becomes a calm backdrop to daily living.
My Role
I was fully responsible for the design process from initial concept development to spatial planning and visualization. I conducted site analysis, developed layout iterations based on the client's lifestyle and tropical climate considerations, and produced architectural drawings and 3D renderings.
Throughout the project, I focused on integrating functionality with aesthetic appeal, ensuring that each space serves both comfort and purpose. This hands-on experience helped sharpen my design thinking, attention to detail, and ability to translate ideas into practical architectural solutions.
Banua Singgah Homestay (type A)
Residential Property
Overview
This 21 m² zen-inspired homestay turns spatial limits into a serene, culturally rich hospitality experience. Drawing from Japanese spatial philosophy, the design balances domestic comfort with functionality through restraint, proportion, and layered spatial flow.
The narrow footprint becomes an opportunity for vertical exploration and sequential spatial unfolding. A compact yet complete kitchenette supports cultural food rituals, while the bathroom is designed for both function and meditative use. The central living area adapts as a dining space, workspace, and host-guest interaction zone offering a refined, immersive alternative to typical hotel stays.
My Role
I was responsible for the full design process, from concept to visualization. This included spatial planning, material selection, and rendering to communicate the mood and usability of the space. Every element was considered with the user in mind. how they would move, rest, and experience each part of the unit.
Banua Singgah Homestay (type B)
Residential Property
Overview
This 21 m² micro-living unit shows how smart design can turn spatial limits into opportunities. Custom millwork combines sleeping, display, and storage in one vertical system, optimizing every inch. Warm timber tones and emerald green accents create a clear spatial hierarchy while keeping visual flow. The layout separates wet and dry zones efficiently, with a flexible central living area. Focused on function and subtle visual highlights, the project offers a replicable model for micro hospitality balancing cost-efficiency with refined architectural quality.
My Role
I was responsible for the full design process, from concept to visualization. This included spatial planning, material selection, and rendering to communicate the mood and usability of the space. Every element was considered with the user in mind how they would move, rest, and experience each part of the unit.
Mall Tatura Palu
Commercial Space
Overview
This thesis project explores an open-concept mall design focused on earthquake mitigation for Indonesia's seismic context. I integrated emergency stairs into the building façade for highly visible evacuation routes and conducted Depthmap spatial analysis to ensure efficient emergency circulation flow. The project prioritizes safety, accessibility, and human-centered design that responds to real-world seismic risks without compromising the commercial user experience.
My Role
I developed this earthquake-resilient mall concept from initial research through technical implementation. I conducted seismic risk analysis for Indonesia's context, designed the integrated emergency stair system within the façade, and performed Depthmap spatial analysis to validate circulation and evacuation efficiency. My work focused on creating innovative safety solutions that merge life-safety requirements with commercial architecture, ensuring the design responds to real-world seismic challenges while maintaining user experience quality.
SMA Depok, Sleman
Educational Facility
Overview
This high school design project addresses the intersection of Generation Z educational needs and climate adaptability in Yogyakarta's urban context. Located near Hartono Mall in Sleman, the design responds to dense urban challenges including blocked wind flow and noise pollution through ecological architecture principles. The solution employs strategic building orientation, elevated classroom blocks, passive environmental systems (double-skin facades, roster walls, natural ventilation), and comprehensive noise mitigation through vegetation barriers and strategic site planning.
My Role
As the independent designer for this Sustainable Design Building System studio project, I developed the complete design from concept to technical validation. I researched Generation Z learning behaviors and Yogyakarta's climate, created the climate-responsive design strategy, and conducted building simulations to validate environmental performance. My work included spatial programming, passive system detailing, and comprehensive documentation integrating sustainable design with educational architecture.
