Where the original collection presented three sculptural showcase pieces - the Kuta Bench, Sanur Lounge Chair and Ubud Light - KARANA Habitat grows the range into a full living and dining collection for everyday life. Four new pieces join the collection: the Klungkung Sofa, Negara Dining Chair, Negara Armchair and Negara Dining Table. The material palette also expands, with American hard maple joining red oak and cherry.
"Each timber species has its own distinctive grain and colour — maple, red oak and cherry. Although they are different, they complement one another beautifully. Rather than arranging them in random patterns, we bring the three species together into a cohesive piece, creating a harmonious visual composition," says Hadinata.
The collection continues to be shaped by the responsible forest management of the American hardwood forests resource. The selectively harvested, naturally regenerating American hardwood forests are the largest and most diverse temperate hardwood resource in the world. Forest volume has more than doubled since the 1950s, and annual growth continues to exceed harvest every year, meaning the resource increases in volume every year. Home to more than 22 commercial timber species, Hadinata focuses on American cherry, red oak and hard maple. Three readily available but underutilised species that are ideally suited for high quality furniture.
KARANA Habitat forms part of a wider presentation by Studio Hendro Hadinata at Lintang Pavilion, a joint exhibition with Studio Aliri, Nusae and Tradisi exploring architecture, collaboration and shared cultural practice. Lintang Pavilion runs from 13–17 August 2026 at Jia Curated, Bali.
KARANA Habitat launches with an open afternoon hosted by Hendro Hadinata on Saturday 15 August 2026 from 4:00pm, at the Lintang Pavilion, Pengembak Beach, Bali. Hadinata will introduce the collection and share his personal experiences of its creation. Visitors to JIA curated are welcome to attend and explore the collection in person.
For more information on KARANA Habitat, visit:
https://www.americanhardwood.org/en/examples/our-projects/karana-habitat
About Hendro Hadinata
Hendro Hadinata is an Indonesian designer and founder of Studio Hendro Hadinata, Jakarta. Since 2016, his practice has explored objects, furniture, and spatial projects that translate Indonesian cultural heritage into contemporary design. His work has been exhibited internationally at events including Salone del Mobile, IFFT Tokyo, and Emerge Singapore.
https://hendrohadinata.com/
@studio_hendro_hadinata
About the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC)
The American Hardwood Export Council is the leading international trade association for the U.S. hardwood industry, running a worldwide program to promote American hardwoods in over 50 markets. AHEC is renowned for its collaborations with top designers and architects, supporting sustainable design and imaginative use of timber.
americanhardwood.org
@ahec_sea