Lovin Maris Villas Residential Development

The design concept for the project focuses on creating comfortable living spaces with dynamism brought by the creative use of different textures and materials.

To create an example of upscale villas in an urban setting with luxurious and contemporary decor reflecting a unique sense of style in interior and exterior design.

To incorporate similar approaches in more plots of densely populated areas of Istanbul, Turkey.

Location was very significant to the architectural design due to its location in a seaside area of Maris Villas. We positioned every unit to get the best view of the sea, adjusting the axes of the building to landscapes and terrains. Moreover, the terrain's natural slope has been utilized so that all the units have a deserved sea view regardless of their location in the project. This approach not only develops a relationship of the residents with the environment but also creates an integration of the form and function of minimalist architecture with the coastal-line environment.

When deciding on strategies for integrating natural and artificial lighting our primary goal was to achieve smooth transitions between the interiors and outdoors of the villas while improving the quality of life for residents. Large glass windows extend from the floor up to the ceiling to give the residents a chance to have a clear and warm perception of the Marmara Sea environment. On the other hand, LED cove lighting plays a second part of mood lighting where it is much warmer and tends to throw light on architectural features during the evening time while keeping the comforts and aesthetics in mind. This balance makes the living environment not only warm in the daytime but also interesting at night time.

To achieve such desired privacy levels meanwhile maintaining indoor/outdoor continuity, several design solutions were employed. Floor-to-ceiling glass and exterior terraces are placed predominantly to overlook the Marmara Sea concerning local privacy standards through smartly placed landscaping, screens, and ways of dividing the living space. In this approach, the residents are provided an opportunity to be close to the coast and embrace the features of the coastal environment while at the same time being safe. In this manner, the indoors and the outside are combined most efficiently as they shape a serene but defendable environment to cater to the exclusive needs required by its strategic seaside position.