RGE COMMUNITY CENTRE,
Indonesia

The RGE Community Centre in Pangkalan Kerinci, Riau, is envisioned as an inclusive and sustainable civic hub that strengthens social bonds, supports wellbeing and nurtures lifelong learning. Designed by ONG&ONG, it reflects RGE’s 5Cs philosophy — creating value for the Community, Country, Climate, Customer and Company — while working closely with local residents to build a meaningful shared asset.

Set within a plantation landscape, the centre is sensitively integrated with the natural terrain to minimise land disturbance and maintain ecological continuity. Terraced gardens, shaded walkways and open corridors link the site’s greenery with four key civic functions: a multipurpose hall, event plaza, classrooms and a polyclinic. These are arranged around a central open-air amphitheatre, which forms the social heart of the development and supports cultural events, performances and everyday community life.

Architecturally, the building draws from the region’s iconic Bono wave, expressed through a porous secondary-skin façade that filters sunlight while honouring local culture. Passive cooling, cross-ventilation, open circulation and a walkable green roof reduce environmental load and provide additional recreation space. Sustainability initiatives include rainwater harvesting, organic waste composting, solar photovoltaic panels and urban farming elements, reinforcing long-term environmental stewardship.

A dedicated Milestones Gallery designed by IMMORTAL captures the community’s progress, highlighting education initiatives, sustainability efforts and economic development, alongside a tribute to Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto for their role in shaping the region’s values. Wayfinding strengthens user experience through rattan-inspired ceiling treatments, rhythmic façade openings and layered signage that guide visitors intuitively along the main circulation spine, integrating cultural motifs into navigation.

By uniting community purpose, cultural expression and environmental resilience, ONG&ONG has created a landmark that supports active living, cultural exchange and long-term communal growth for the people of Pangkalan Kerinci.