Veldesen Yaputra is a 24-year-old architect and cultural design entrepreneur from Indonesia working with artisan communities to carry established craft practices into contemporary products, exhibitions and shared learning.
Amurta develops products, workshops, exhibitions and cultural projects with artisan communities, beginning with their existing materials, techniques and knowledge. The initiative connects co-creation with storytelling and market development, helping participating makers adapt their work for contemporary daily use while retaining the histories and relationships embedded in it. Amurta is currently exploring projects in China, Indonesia and Peru, bringing artisans, young people, designers, universities and local partners into exchange. The emphasis is on cultural continuity as a living economic and social practice rather than treating heritage as a fixed style.
Yaputra founded and leads Amurta, directing community research, design strategy, partnerships and storytelling. He coordinates collaboration among artisans, designers, universities and local organizations across China, Indonesia and Peru.