Hunian Warisan Bangsa, an Effort to Provide Decent And Affordable Homes

Jakarta, 17 June 2025 — The need for decent and affordable housing remains a major challenge amidst rapid population growth and urbanization. The Hunian Warisan Bangsa (HWB) project emerges as a key initiative in addressing this issue by offering subsidized housing that is not only affordable but also livable and dignified.

Targeting low-income families who have long struggled to access permanent homes with basic facilities, HWB provides two types of housing—one-bedroom and two-bedroom units—designed to offer essential comfort for small families without imposing a financial burden.

Compact Design, Maximum Function

The housing units in this project are available in two options. The two-bedroom type measures 2.6 meters by 10.1 meters, with a land area of 26.3 square meters and a building area of 23.4 square meters. This unit includes a mezzanine floor that serves as an additional space.

Meanwhile, the one-bedroom type measures 2.6 meters by 9.6 meters, with a land area of 25 square meters and a building area of 14 square meters. Despite their compact size, both types come equipped with a living room, kitchen, bathroom, terrace, and carport.

The compact design and efficient space layout are among the key strengths of these homes, enabling residents to comfortably carry out daily household activities despite the limited land area.

Robust Technical Specifications

HWB homes are built with reinforced concrete structures, lightweight steel roofing frames, and spandek roof coverings. The walls are made of lightweight concrete blocks finished with mortar and paint, while the bathrooms are tiled for added durability.

The main areas feature ceramic tile flooring, with non-slip tiles used in the bathrooms and terraces. The carport area is finished with concrete. Each unit is equipped with a 900-watt electricity installation and a clean water supply sourced from the local water utility (PDAM) or other developer-provided sources.

Weather-resistant (watershield) exterior paint is used for the outside, while special interior paint is applied indoors. Sanitary facilities such as a sitting toilet, shower, washbasin, kitchen countertop, and sink are provided in every unit.

Doors and windows are framed with aluminum. The main and bedroom doors are made from engineered wood, while the windows feature clear glass to allow natural lighting into the home.

Affordable Ready-to-Use Furniture Package

To enhance convenience for homeowners, the developer offers a ready-to-use furniture package at an affordable price of Rp2.5 million. This package includes A single burner gas stove, sofa bed, curtains, a mattress and pillow set, electric fan, basic wardribe. With this furniture package, residents can move in immediately without incurring significant additional expenses, making the home not only livable but also practical from day one.

Addressing the Housing Gap

Data shows that over 12 million families in Indonesia still live in inadequate housing conditions, ranging from semi-permanent structures and cramped rental units to makeshift shelters that do not meet safety or sanitation standards.

“Affordable housing is not a luxury; it is a basic human need,” stated Dr. Ir. Jonathan Parapak, Rector of Universitas Pelita Harapan. He emphasized that a decent home is more than just a shelter, it is the foundation for a better life.

Access to livable and affordable housing enables families to lead more stable, healthy, and productive lives. A home also provides a safe space for children to grow and learn, for families to build relationships, and for communities to thrive.

Economic and Social Impact

The development of housing projects like Hunian Warisan Bangsa (HWB) brings benefits not only to residents but also to the local economy. Construction activities generate employment opportunities for builders, laborers, and material suppliers, stimulating economic activity in the surrounding area.

On the other hand, homeownership provides families with security and financial stability. Freed from the burden of monthly rent, families can redirect their income toward education, healthcare, or long-term savings, thereby improving their overall quality of life.

Encouraging More Orderly Urban Growth

By offering planned and structured housing, HWB helps reduce the expansion of informal and substandard settlements often caused by unequal access to adequate housing. Properly designed homes with access to basic infrastructure support the growth of cities that are more orderly, sustainable, and inclusive.

Government involvement remains essential. Appropriate policies, incentives, and subsidies can encourage private sector participation and broaden the reach of public housing initiatives.

Four Core Principles of Decent Housing

While housing standards may differ across countries, several universal principles define decent and affordable homes structural safety and protection from extreme weather, privacy for each household, access to clean water, electricity, and sanitation, and sufficient space for essential daily activities like sleeping, cooking, and studying.

The HWB project demonstrates that housing designed around these principles can be made a reality at an affordable cost. A decent home is no longer a distant dream but an achievable milestone for Indonesian families from all economic backgrounds.