GARUDA AS1 CONCEPT — 2010

EXPERIMENTAL — CONCEPT CAR · PERSONAL WORKS · AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN

GARUDA IN MOTION

Body lines shaped by the wings of a national emblem.

EXTERIOR DESIGN

SPIRIT OF STRENGTH

Resilience, power, and intelligence translated into proportion and stance.

The Garuda AS1 concept car is inspired by the national emblem of Indonesia, which features the mythical Garuda bird. Garuda was chosen because it represents three core values: resilience, strength, and intelligence. These values are translated directly into the proportions, lines, and details of the vehicle, so the car does not only resemble Garuda visually, but also “behaves” according to the character it symbolizes.

Intelligence is communicated through how the Garuda character is embedded into the design elements:
The front hood forms a silhouette reminiscent of a strong, defined bird beak.
The headlamps are slim and piercing, inspired by the sharp, focused eyes of an eagle.
The door design echoes wide, outstretched wings, reinforcing Garuda’s gesture right before taking flight.
Almost every detail has been carefully designed and refined, so the Garuda character remains consistent from the front view, to the side, and to the rear.

THE SHAPE OF A SYMBOL

A sports car that carries the Garuda’s presence from crest to road.

GARUDA AS1 CONCEPT
AI VISUALIZATION · DUBAI

AI visualization of an experimental concept on Dubai’s desert highways.
Wing-inspired surfaces echo the Garuda emblem as the car moves through warm desert light and a futuristic skyline highlighting its dynamic stance and glowing LED signatures.

CONCEPT & INSPIRATION

Name & Meaning

GARUDA AS1 CONCEPT DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

Resilience – Agile Maneuvering and Stability

Resilience is expressed through the overall proportions with short front and rear overhangs, minimizing the distance from the wheel center to the edge of the bumper. This composition gives the car an agile and aggressive stance, while improving its ability to perform sharp maneuvers. With a controlled center of mass and well-balanced track width, the vehicle is engineered to maintain maximum stability across various road conditions and at appropriate speed levels.

Strength – Muscular Volumes and Dynamic Lines

Strength appears in the solid, well-proportioned body volumes, combining sharp lines with interlocking convex–concave surfaces. Clean panel transitions and strong “muscles” over the wheels build the impression of a powerful car that is always ready to launch forward.

A Blend of Extreme and Minimalist Design

Garuda AS1’s design language is a balance between extreme and minimalist. The extreme side is visible in the sharp angles and strong character lines that create a bold identity. The minimalist side comes from the clean convex–concave surfaces, clearly noticeable on the front and rear bumpers, which are simple yet visually strong. This contrast between sharp lines and smooth surfaces generates a modern, elegant visual rhythm.

Futuristic Lighting Technology

Aerodynamics and Eaglewing Doors

Headlamp Exploration (2010)

GALERRY

This gallery captures the evolution of the Garuda AS1: a future sports car shaped by the wings, beak, and tail of the Garuda.

Intelligence Garuda Character in the Details

“AS” represents Arman Sidik, the designer; “1” marks his first fully realized vehicle concept. The name celebrates a personal starting point and the intent to establish a clear, distinctive design language

The front and rear lamps feature LED technology arranged with precision. The signature light graphic on the main headlamps, DRLs, and taillights creates a distinctive lighting pattern, giving the car a luxurious, modern, and futuristic presence. At night, the Garuda AS1’s light signature is easily recognizable from a distance..

Facelift Exploration (2025) - A

Facelift Exploration (2010) - B

The front and rear body shapes are designed to be highly glossy and aerodynamic, allowing the air to flow smoothly over the car’s surfaces. This flowing form helps to reduce drag and underlines the feeling of an efficient sports car.

The eaglewing door system makes entering and exiting the cabin easy and dramatic. The doors swing upward like an eagle’s wings, with hinges located at the upper front section. A single large opening without a separate front and rear door creates generous access to both front and rear seats, turning every entry into an iconic, theatrical moment.

As a whole, the Garuda AS1 design carries the artistic sensibility of a unique and aesthetic sports car. Its design language makes the concept feel complete: the front, side, rear, and roof all appear to flow like moving energy from one area to another. Dynamic surfaces catch and reflect light, creating bright accents along the body and subtly extending into the cabin. Garuda AS1 is not just a vehicle, but a visual statement about how national philosophy can be transformed into the shape of a future car.

Art, Energy, and Flowing Surfaces