Danilla Riyadi finds inspiration in creating songs, one of which was born from a daydreaming moment

For Indonesian musician Danilla Riyadi, the ambiance of a space plays a crucial role in her creative process. She finds that the design and function of a room directly impact the mood for idea generation, preferring environments that are cool, comfortable, and unpretentious.

"A place affects what the work will be like. But for me personally, the room must be cool," Danilla explained during the launch of Ruang Candramawa, a collaboration between IKEA Indonesia and Danilla Riyadi. She highlighted that even the air temperature matters, especially in a hot city like Jakarta, as a cool room helps her relax and facilitates inspiration.

Danilla's creative process often begins with seemingly simple activities like daydreaming, which she calls 'ngahuluntari' in Sundanese. She seeks rooms that allow her to disconnect from distractions and engage in self-reflection. Dimly lit spaces are particularly conducive to this, creating an intimate setting for her to "talk to myself."

She believes that the more comfortable a space is, the easier it is for her mind to wander, leading to new ideas. Danilla envisions her ideal creative space as cool, homey, not overly colorful, and pressure-free. She avoids overly formal or rigid studios, preferring a familiar, personal environment akin to being at home.