隱於熱帶綠意間的感官地景：「OAKEN UBUD」在氣味、土地與味覺間，展開島嶼慢生活

在峇厘島烏布的 Jl. Raya Sanggingan 街道兩側，藝廊與設計工作室錯落有致，拼貼出一條充滿藝術與儀式感的文化走廊。這條路徑上，一處沈穩的深色金屬外牆隔絕了街頭的熱帶躁動，沒有張揚的櫥窗佈置，只有透過光影在冷冽材質與粗糙石塊間邀請人們停下腳步。

這處由 Rantara Studio 操刀的 Oaken Lab，實踐 "ruang di antara"（過渡空間）的建築哲學。建築師 Octorino Tjandra 與 Andreas Halim 認為，建築的本質在於屋頂與地板之間形成的庇護感，一種介於天空與大地、暴露與保護之間的張力。在 Oaken Lab 的烏布店中，這種「之間」的狀態具象化為新舊結構的共生：土地上原有的兩座峇厘島神龕被完整保留，一座是供奉最高神祇、象徵精神核心的 Padmasana，另一座則是祈求土地繁榮的家族神龕 Sanggah/ Sedana Karang。這兩座充滿時間痕跡的建物與現代金屬線條重疊，在歷史餘溫與當代簡練之間，構築出一處沉澱安定的心境洗滌場域。

Along Jl. Raya Sanggingan in Ubud, Bali, a patchwork of galleries and design studios creates a cultural corridor infused with art and a sense of ritual. Along this vibrant stretch, a grounded, dark metal facade shields its interior from the tropical bustle of the streets. Eschewing ostentatious window displays, it instead invites passersby to pause, drawing them in through the interplay of light and shadow dancing across cool metals and rough-hewn stone.
Designed by Rantara Studio, this iteration of Oaken Lab embodies the architectural philosophy of "ruang di antara" (the space in between). Architects Octorino Tjandra and Andreas Halim posit that the essence of architecture lies in the sense of shelter formed between roof and floor—a tension existing between sky and earth, exposure and protection. At the Ubud flagship, this state of "in-betweenness" is materialized through a symbiosis of old and new structures. Two original Balinese shrines on the property have been meticulously preserved: the Padmasana, dedicated to the supreme deity and serving as the spiritual core, and the Sanggah/Sedana Karang, a family shrine devoted to the prosperity of the land. These time-worn edifices intersect with sleek, modern metallic lines, constructing a serene sanctuary for mental purification that is poised perfectly between historical warmth and contemporary minimalism.

順著感官步履，開啟一場身體調頻的儀式

整體空間的概念核心，是為賓客開啟一場身體調頻的儀式。隨著步履向內探索，進入被深色金屬包裹的密閉展間——The First Room，微弱的光線削弱視覺的主導權，引導感官轉向深層的嗅覺體驗，讓人在此找回對氣味的專注。隨後，穿過狹窄玻璃廊道，視野與材質語彙開始軟化。步入為社交而設計的 The Common Room，刻意保留原始建築的粗礪觸感，糅合巨大的石製檯面、冷調金屬與木質紋理，在光影交錯間展開對話，營造出剛柔並蓄的感官平衡。

對感官層次的極致追求，源自創辦人 Cynthia Wirjono 與 Christopher Kerrigan 的跨界視野。Cynthia 為品牌注入時尚與創意文化的經驗 ，而擁有純美術與攝影背景的 Christopher 則親自在內部實驗室研發所有香氛。他們致力於將印尼特有的森林、濕度與儀式記憶，精煉成深刻的感官體驗。

Following the Senses: A Ritual of Somatic Attunement
The conceptual core of the entire space is to initiate a ritual of physical and mental attunement for its guests. Venturing inward, visitors enter The First Room—an enclosed gallery swathed in dark metal. Here, dim lighting deliberately diminishes the dominance of sight, redirecting the senses toward a profound olfactory experience and allowing guests to reclaim their focus on scent. Subsequently, navigating a narrow glass corridor, the visual field and material vocabulary begin to soften. Stepping into The Common Room, a space designed for social interaction, the gritty texture of the original architecture is intentionally preserved. It masterfully blends massive stone counters, cool-toned metals, and warm wood grains, sparking a dialogue amid the interplay of light and shadow to create a sensory balance that is both resilient and yielding.
This relentless pursuit of sensory depth stems from the cross-disciplinary vision of founders Cynthia Wirjono and Christopher Kerrigan. Cynthia infuses the brand with her expertise in fashion and creative culture, while Christopher, drawing from his background in fine arts and photography, personally develops all the fragrances in their in-house laboratory. Together, they are dedicated to distilling Indonesia’s unique forests, humidity, and ritualistic memories into profound sensory experiences.

讓氣味延伸，成為形塑場域的關鍵媒介

獨特氛圍的掌控力，讓 Oaken Lab 的觸角延伸至空間體驗。他們曾為 W Hotel、Potato Head、Further Hotel 與 25hours 等知名旅宿研發品牌專屬香氣。對他們而言，氣味不再是空間的附屬品，而是像牆面、光線與家具一樣，是定義空間氛圍的關鍵媒介，直接影響著人們的身心感知。

當室內的感官探索告一段落，動線自然地引領賓客進入位於建築後方的戶外花園區，也是整體空間情緒的緩衝出口。在烏布烈日陽光下，戶外空間被精心挑選的熱帶植栽所圍繞，建築物冷冽的深色金屬與原始粗獷石材，在此處與柔和溫潤的自然達成和諧。

Scent as an Extension: The Key Medium in Shaping the Space
Their mastery over unique atmospheres has allowed Oaken Lab's reach to extend into holistic spatial experiences. They have previously developed bespoke brand fragrances for renowned hospitality names such as W Hotel, Potato Head, Further Hotel, and 25hours. To them, scent is no longer a mere accessory to a room; much like the walls, the lighting, and the furniture, it is a crucial medium that defines the spatial ambiance, directly influencing people's physical and psychological perceptions.
As the indoor sensory exploration naturally concludes, the spatial flow guides guests into the outdoor garden area at the rear of the building, serving as a buffering outlet for the space's overall emotional arc. Beneath the intense Ubud sun, the outdoor area is enveloped by carefully curated tropical flora. Here, the building's stark, dark metals and raw, rugged stonework achieve a seamless harmony with the soft, gentle embrace of nature.

花園的設計延續室內的過渡哲學，提供一個可以完全放鬆、聚集與停頓的露天場景，讓賓客在微風與綠意中重新找回視覺廣度，也是品牌「慢生活」理念的實體化——讓氣味在流通的空氣中沈降，將體驗從沈浸式的室內展間，帶回到烏布這片土地最真實的環境之中。

The garden’s design carries forward the indoor philosophy of transition, offering an open-air setting for complete relaxation, gathering, and pausing. It allows guests to regain their visual expanse amidst the breeze and greenery. This space is also the physical manifestation of the brand's "slow living" ethos—allowing scents to settle in the circulating air, and bringing the experience from the immersive indoor gallery back to the most authentic, grounded environment of the Ubud land.

在 Oaken Stillroom 將嗅覺美學延伸至味蕾

作為烏布店最顯著的進化，首次亮相的 Oaken Stillroom 提取了古代宅邸中緩慢加工植物精油與草藥的蒸餾室概念。Oaken Lab 特別邀請以游牧式實驗起家，且充滿實踐精神的餐飲顧問團隊 Elemental 共同策劃。Elemental 早期在雅加達與峇里島透過快閃與跨界合作建立名聲，以跳脫傳統公式，強調直覺與感官共鳴的風格著稱，擅長將抽象情感轉化為具體風味。

在 Stillroom 區域，嗅覺美學被進一步延伸至味蕾。吧台配置的八個龍頭，流瀉著烏布當地烘焙商 Everhaos 的咖啡、鄰居 Room4Dessert 的康普茶，以及 Kult 的精釀啤酒。極具實驗性的特色調酒 Savory Woodlands，巧妙融合龍舌蘭、番茄與蘑菇的鮮鹹感，並揉入櫻桃木的煙燻氣息，彷彿將整座森林的意象微縮進杯中。

Extending Olfactory Aesthetics to the Palate at the Oaken Stillroom
Marking the most significant evolution of the Ubud flagship, the debut of the Oaken Stillroom extracts the concept of distillation rooms found in ancient estates, where botanical essential oils and herbs were slowly processed. Oaken Lab specifically invited Elemental, a highly pragmatic F&B consulting team known for their nomadic, experimental origins, to co-curate the experience. Elemental built their early reputation through pop-ups and cross-disciplinary collaborations across Jakarta and Bali. Renowned for breaking away from traditional formulas and emphasizing intuition and sensory resonance, they excel at translating abstract emotions into tangible flavors.
In the Stillroom, olfactory aesthetics are further extended to the palate. The eight taps adorning the bar pour coffee from local Ubud roaster Everhaos, kombucha from neighboring Room4Dessert, and craft beer from Kult. The highly experimental signature cocktail, Savory Woodlands, cleverly fuses the umami-rich notes of tequila, tomato, and mushroom, interwoven with the smoky aroma of cherry wood—as if condensing the imagery of an entire forest into a single glass.

與飲品意境相呼應的餐點同樣精彩。布拉塔起司 (Burrata) 僅純粹搭配芳香草本與南瓜籽，將舞台留給食材本質；煙燻火腿塔丁 (Tartine) 則大膽運用印尼特有的哈邦辣椒 (cabe habang) 與櫻桃蘿蔔 (radish)，撞擊出在地色彩濃烈的味覺火花。

加上 Jono 的手工冷肉與天然醃菜、散發著清爽氣息的柚子蜂花粉茴香沙拉，最終由一份點綴著 juruh 糖漿與蜜糖花生香氣的椰子義式冰淇淋 (Coconut Gelato)，為這場從嗅覺到味覺的感官實踐寫下完美的句點 。

The culinary offerings are equally remarkable, perfectly echoing the atmospheric drinks. The Burrata is served purely with aromatic herbs and pumpkin seeds, leaving the spotlight to the essence of the ingredients. Meanwhile, the smoked ham Tartine boldly utilizes Indonesia’s unique cabe habang (habang chili) and radishes, colliding to create a flavor profile vibrant with local color.
Accompanied by Jono's artisanal cold cuts and natural pickles, and a refreshing pomelo, bee pollen, and fennel salad, the menu ultimately culminates in a Coconut Gelato garnished with juruh syrup and the aroma of honeyed peanuts—writing a flawless finale to this sensory exploration from scent to taste.

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關於記憶與土地的完整儀式

Oaken Lab 烏布旗艦店將抽象的品牌核心，實體化為一座持續演進的文化聚落。正如 Cynthia Wirjono 所言，他們的目標並非盲目擴張，而是建立一個具有深度，可以讓人們反覆造訪並在每次都有新發現的場域。

當你重新回到烏布 Jl. Raya Sanggingan 的陽光下，留在感官中的，將不再只是某種特定的香氣，而是一種關於空間、材質與緩慢生活的完整記憶。這正是 Oaken Lab送給每一位旅人的禮物：一場在氣味與味覺之間、在現代與傳統中找到的平靜儀式。

A Complete Ritual of Memory and Land
The Oaken Lab Ubud flagship materializes the brand's abstract core into a continuously evolving cultural enclave. As Cynthia Wirjono articulates, their goal is not blind expansion, but rather the creation of a venue with profound depth—a place people can revisit time and again, discovering something new with every return.
When you step back out into the sunlight of Ubud's Jl. Raya Sanggingan, what lingers in your senses is no longer just a specific fragrance, but a complete memory of space, texture, and slow living. This is precisely the gift Oaken Lab presents to every traveler: a tranquil ritual found between scent and taste, modernity and tradition.