My journey into metal began through Interior Design at Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), but my real fascination has always been with how things are built, tools, machines, structures. I’m drawn to the kind of design that’s not just about how something looks, but how it works. That led me to the world of metal engineering, toolmaking, and eventually blacksmithing.
At Lievik, I focus on metal artworks and functional objects rooted in structure, precision, and process-driven design. I treat each project like a system, exploring material behavior, testing limits, and working through each stage with intention.
For me, the process is not just a means to an end, it’s the art itself.
I’m also heavily influenced by my love for vintage automotive design and building cars like hot rods. There’s something beautiful about the exposed mechanics, the raw structure, the balance between function and form, the visible labor. That same spirit guides my approach to metal: to create pieces that are honest, engineered, and expressive.
Metal responds best to strength and logic, but it also holds emotion. My work fuses material engineering with a personal design sensibility, where even a hammer mark or weld line carries meaning. Whether I’m building a custom object, shaping a tool, or forging sculpture, I’m always chasing that moment where practicality meets presence, where a piece simply feels right.