Before and after — the river re-naturalized into a living ecological corridor.
The Tebet Eco is a 7.3-hectare pilot public park project, located in South Jakarta in a densely populated area, focuses on an active restoration of the site’s ecology with tree conservation and planting; reduces the risk of flooding with river re-naturalisation; and cultivates an inclusive environment that facilitates access to a wide offering of educational programming and recreational activities, in order to provide maximum benefits for park users and the surrounding natural habitats and species.
Sectors
Services
Landscape Architecture
Awards
- IAI Jakarta Award 2024Winner (Public Space)
- Seoul Design Award 2024Main Prize Winner
- President*s Design Awards Singapore 2023Design of The Year
Collaborators
Studio Sae
Architect
PT Wahana Krida Konsulindo
Infrastructure Engineer
PT Ruang Hijau
Arboriculturist
PT Disiplan Consult
Construction Management
PT Lantera Sejahtera Indonesia
Quantity Surveyor
Suka Studio
Visual Identity & Branding
Connecting People with Nature
The Tebet Eco Park is a 7.3-hectare pilot public park project, located in South Jakarta in a densely populated area. It focuses on an active restoration of the site’s ecology with tree conservation and planting; reduces the risk of flooding with river re-naturalization; and cultivates an inclusive environment that facilitates access to a wide offering of educational programming and recreational activities, providing maximum benefit for park users and surrounding nature inhabitants.
The Root of the Problem: Embracing a Chance to Regenerate, Not Replace
Before its transformation, the site of Tebet Eco Park comprised not one, but two disjointed parks known as Taman Seno and Taman Honda Tebet. This 7.3-hectare green space in Jakarta was fragmented by roads and a concrete canal, suffering from poor circulation and chronic seasonal flooding. Despite a canopy of mature trees, it was underused by the public, offering little ecological function or community connection.
Restoring Water, Plants, and Human Connection
Our vision was fueled by a passion for regeneration. The strategy was to restore the three elements that sustain life: water, plants, and human connection. The hard-lined canal was de-engineered and naturalized into a soft-edged waterway, while the floodplain was widened to absorb floodwater and create a biodiverse habitat. A new wetland system was introduced to naturally filter stormwater runoff. To reconnect the fragmented landscape, iconic bridges and looping paths were designed to restore flow for both people and wildlife. All existing trees were preserved, and thematic zones including gardens, forest trails, and pavilions were created to support diverse community activities.
Building with Restraint
Every construction decision was aligned with the goal of regeneration. To minimize impact, grading was kept low by aligning structures with the site's existing contours. Where tree removal was unavoidable, the timber was thoughtfully repurposed into new playgrounds, benches, and decking. Even the concrete from the old canal was reused as base material. Boardwalks and pavilions were carefully designed to hover over root zones or slip between canopies, allowing access while preserving the delicate ecosystem. This knowledgeable approach ensured that the act of building served renewal, not disruption.
A New Green Infrastructure for Jakarta
Today, Tebet Eco Park has been reborn as a functioning green infrastructure for the city. Its restored waterway and wetland system actively reduce flooding and filter runoff, while a thriving landscape of new plants attracts pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. Thousands of people visit daily, reclaiming the park as a vital space for wellness, learning, and community life. By boosting the local economy and raising public awareness, the park demonstrates how urban landscapes can move beyond sustainability and toward regeneration, giving back more to the city and its people than they take.
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- The community pavilion from above, nestled within the park’s landscape.
- A restored river and boardwalk create a shared space between water and people.
- High tide water level at Tebet Eco Park, showcasing the site’s adaptive design.
