Journal
Field notes from the build.
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23 Dec 2025
Design That Remembers: How Family Rituals Shape the Architecture of a Manasara Residence
In every family, small rituals quietly shape the rhythm of daily life — the sound of milk frothing in the morning, the soft footsteps of children running across warm floors, the way light enters the dining room at 7AM. These moments may seem simple, but they become the architecture of memory. At
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4 Sept 2025
Designing Dreams, Delivering Returns: The Nirvana Islands Philosophy
Manasara Lombok by Nirvana Islands blends luxury living, wellness, and secure ownership with strong returns in Indonesia’s next growth market.
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31 Aug 2025
The Science of Sauna and Cold Plunge: Evidence-Based Health Benefits
✨ Proven Benefits of Sauna & Cold Plunge 🔥 Sauna ❤️ Lowers blood pressure & boosts heart health 🧠 Linked to reduced risk of dementia & Alzheimer’s 😌 Relieves stress & promotes deep sleep 💪 Improves circulation & muscle recovery 🦠 Fewer
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29 Aug 2025
Why ‘Freehold’ in Bali Isn’t What You Think It Is
🚫 “Freehold in Bali” is a Myth. In Indonesia, all land ultimately belongs to the state. What you actually hold are land rights (hak) Hak Milik – freehold-equivalent, but only for Indonesian citizens. HGB – company title, renewable up to 80 years (and beyond), used by PT PMAs for vill
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9 Mar 2025
Construction cost inflation impacts in Bali property development: 2022 to 2025
Building Material Cost Increases in Indonesia (2022 – 2025)
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6 Sept 2024
Why Prefabricated Housing is Generally Considered Ugly – And Why It Doesn’t Have to Be
Why are prefab homes usually ugly? Why Nirvana Islands is doing it differently and making prefab beautiful
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1 Aug 2024
A Legacy of Prefabrication and Modular Construction in Indonesia’s Traditional Housing
Indonesia, an archipelago rich in cultural diversity, is home to a wide variety of traditional houses, each reflecting the unique identity of the regions they originate from. Among these, the Joglo and Bolon houses stand out, not only for their distinctive architectural styles but also for their use
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19 Mar 2023
Modular vs Manufactured Homes. Whats the difference?
What’s the difference between modular and manufactured home? At Nirvana Islands we build beautifuly crafted modular eco-friendly homes that can ship and be assembled anywhere in the world.
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24 Dec 2022
A need for sustainable agriculture to keep our islands beautiful and safe from flooding and the negative impact of climate change
A need for sustainable agriculture to keep our islands beautiful and safe from flooding and the negative impact of climate change.
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16 Dec 2022
9 tips for buying property in Bali
Ready to take the plunge and make your dreams a reality? Here are 9 quick tips for buying property in Bali.
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12 Dec 2022
Process of buying land in Indonesia
The process of buying land in Indonesia can vary depending on the type of land you are looking to purchase and your specific circumstances.
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10 Dec 2022
Find profit investing in paradise
There is nothing quite like the joy of owning a holiday villa in Indonesia. With its beautiful beaches, lush forests, and vibrant culture, Indonesia is a paradise that is perfect for a relaxing and rejuvenating holiday.
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10 Dec 2022
Paradise Found
Pack up your bags and take the leap, And find your own oasis, Where life is free and full of love, And every day is priceless.
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10 Dec 2022
A Successful G20 Presidency
One of the key successes of Indonesia's presidency of the G20 has been its efforts to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
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9 Nov 2022
Announcing Kuta Palms, Eco-Luxe Estate Kuta, Lombok
Kuta Palms. A dream that has become a reality. Paradise found in the jungle valley above Kuta, Lombok