After travelling for the last 30 years through Asia and in particular South-East Asia, I end up most time in Indonesia. A country with a rich culture and friendly people. Often visiting Java island, Jakarta, Tangarang (Karawaci), Cilegon, Bogor, Solo, Surabaya and other Islands from Indonesia. Often I landed at Bali, a beautiful island, with her own traditions. The Balinese culture and Hindu customs are probably are affecting almost every aspect of life on the island. The unique mix between Hindu-Dharma and domestic customs has lead to a vast variety of art and a long tradition of artists and masters.
Also the furniture business is abundantly present in Bali. I have met many handicraft people who are active in the furniture business. All working hard to earn some money. Most have a small company and make furniture on order, piece by piece. Really dedicated people who have to make a living out of this. I have start approving them and suggest to make teak furniture for export. It would be nice that we contribute, by buying Bali Furniture of local people of Bali and Java.