Harmony Villas, in Kuta Lombok, is a small and select retreat. It offers only five villas, which are fully equipped, spacious and have access to a lagoon pool. The emphasis is on achieving peace and relaxation and the atmosphere is serene and calming. Harmony Villas is a sanctuary into which adult guests can escape and just enjoy life and, well, harmony.

Right across the road is Home at Harmony – a small boutique. In keeping with Harmony Villas‘ aim of catering to guests’ needs, it is a ‘one stop shop’, selling swimwear, clothing for both men and women, silver jewellery, natural skincare products and body oils, homewares, and gifts. As one of the staff explains:

‘We sell all the bits and pieces that you must have – in your wardrobe or your home – or something you can send or take back to a loved one at home’.

Most of the products in the shop are specially designed and are ‘one-off’ pieces

Home At Harmony was created for a niche market in Kuta, and to move away from ‘tourist shopping’.  The aim has been to create something ‘very different’ from a regular hotel gift shop, and it tries hard to be ‘unique’.

‘We felt there was a need for unique products. Most of the products in the shop are specially designed and are ‘one-off’ pieces’.

Home at Harmony has its own brand, and pieces are designed ‘right from scratch’, so you will be sure to have a very special item to take home.

‘We stock everything … bikinis, surf wear and beach wear, bags, original silver designed specifically for our shop, leather travel accessories, women’s fashion, menswear, organic soaps and sunscreens, and home décor items, including some beautifully carved pieces’.

… it’s all about ‘home’

Home At Harmony is run by a local team, and staffed by local people, which creates more jobs in the community but also adds to the feeling that this is not only a business but also a Home At Harmony ‘family’.

Most of the suppliers are local craftspeople, artists or manufacturers. The team feels that working with neighbours and locals inspires creativity and teamwork.

‘We have a very close relationship with a variety of artisans throughout Indonesia, who help us to piece together and design our collections for our buyers. They help us to make our own designs come to life’.

Its atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed. As the name suggests, it’s all about ‘home’. Pieces are designed to evoke, and complement, Lombok’s atmosphere and ‘tropical vibe’, and are made using materials and fabrics that are locally grown or produced.

… and individuality

Home at Harmony recognises that every shopper has an individual taste and style, and the staff couldn’t really put their finger on any one product or line that is especially popular with shoppers.

‘We stock a range of designs that create a particular ‘character’ in a person or a room,

so their purchases are always individual and different. What we love to see is the way our shoppers put together the items they have chosen.

‘The way that a woman wears an outfit she’s bought from us, and accessorises it with a silver necklace, earrings and bracelets that we designed…. Or even the way visitors plan to place a home décor piece in their living room. That’s what inspires us. That’s what Home At Harmony is all about. We want to make our customers happy by creating pieces they can purchase from us, and use, in their own individual way, to create an image, or turn their house into a home’.

The shop is not only for guests at Harmony Villas; other tourists, expats and locals are always welcome to go in and explore what Home at Harmony has to offer.

A final word from the team:

‘All of us at Home At Harmony are long term residents of this beautiful country, and we have a deep love for the culture and the artefacts, not only of Lombok, but the many surrounding Indonesian islands. We hope this is reflected in the products we sell in our shop. You will just have to come and see for yourself!’

Home At Harmony is open every day from 11am to 8pm.

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For online purchasing, and shipping worldwide, simply click on the link on their Instagram page @homeatharmony

Special offer:

Home at Harmony is offering all My Lombok readers a 10% discount on every purchase. All you have to do is show the staff a your copy of My Lombok magazine.

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