In 1997, Sylvie Fleury was captivated by the quality of Indonesian furniture during a furniture fair. She was struck by the expertise of the artisanal workforce, which is the heart and soul of Indonesian furniture manufacturing. This experience inspired her to move to Jepara, leaving her home in France, and forge a partnership with one of the biggest decorative item wholesalers in France. This partnership was founded on values of honesty, respect, and success, and it continues to fuel PIJAR SUKMA to this day.