Silver Interior Space and Exhibition Design · 2025
Port House Residential Design
- A' Design Award 2025 Silver Winner in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Awarded April 15, 2025
- CLIENT: Boda Design and Architecture
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 18,178
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About Port House Residential Design
Port House is a two-storey residential interior located in Alachati, Izmir. The home offers 250 square metres of living space with four en-suite bedrooms, an open plan living area, a dining room and a kitchen. Oak is used for the floors, ceiling beams, cabinetry and doors, and is combined with marble in some areas. A double height ceiling and large sliding doors bring daylight, garden and sea views into the interior. The layout connects indoor and outdoor spaces and suits a family of five in all four seasons.
Saffet Dikmen's Port House Residential Design exemplifies the sophisticated evolution of contemporary domestic architecture, where industrial heritage vocabularies merge seamlessly with the warmth and intimacy required for residential inhabitation, the design appears to engage thoughtfully with the legacy of loft living that emerged from adaptive reuse practices while transcending mere stylistic quotation to create an environment of genuine spatial generosity and material refinement, the commanding double-height volume establishes what might be understood as a vertical sanctuary, where the eye is invited to travel upward along the grid of steel-framed glazing toward natural light and distant landscape, suggesting an architectural meditation on the relationship between shelter and prospect, containment and expansion, the selection of furnishings demonstrates curatorial intelligence, with the substantial modular seating in its distinctive golden boucle creating an anchor of chromatic warmth and tactile invitation within the otherwise restrained palette, this choice may reference the renewed appreciation for mid-century Italian design traditions while remaining firmly contemporary in its proportions and material expression, the suspended orb fireplace introduces an element of sculptural drama that serves both functional and symbolic purposes, its hovering presence perhaps evoking ancient associations between hearth and home while its sleek contemporary form signals progressive design sensibility, the cascade of colorful wall-mounted forms ascending the stair wall offers a particularly successful passage, introducing chromatic energy through what appears to be a carefully orchestrated gradient from warm to cool tones, this vertical rhythm creates visual ascension that reinforces the architectural celebration of height while adding a dimension of playful sophistication, the lighting design merits attention for its integration of multiple scales and qualities, from the intimate warmth of the pendant cluster to the generous wash of natural light through the extensive fenestration, material choices throughout suggest attentiveness to both visual and haptic experience, with the warmth of wood tones mediating between the coolness of steel and glass and the softness of upholstered surfaces, viewers might contemplate how the design achieves its sense of cultivated ease, where substantial investment in space and object coexists with an atmosphere of genuine livability and personal expression
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- Port House is characterised by its bold use of colour and texture, creating a vibrant yet elegant living space. The open plan design, high ceilings and large windows allow natural light to flood the interiors, highlighting the warmth of the wooden surfaces and iconic design furniture. The integration of indoor and outdoor spaces enhances the versatility of the home, offering both comfort and aesthetic appeal for modern living.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The house is set in five acres of gardens with a private jetty and shoreline. With 250 sqms of living space over two floors, the home has four en-suite bedrooms, an open plan living area with 7meters high ceiling, a dining room, a kitchen and a maid's area with laundry room. The outdoor living areas are as comfortable as the indoor ones.
- Tags
- interior design, residential design, villa design, contemporary interiors, luxury home
- Production Technology
- The design team have selected oak as the key material for the floors, ceiling beams, cabinetry and the doors which transformed the space entirely with a natural yet contemporary style.In some areas of the house the oak finishes have been blended with marble. All the wood and stone work was done in collaboration with local teams and craftsmen. Although designed as a summer house, all the necessary climatic infrastructure has been prepared for living in this house in all 4 seasons.
- Design Challenge
- Design research for Port House involved an analysis of the site's topography and climate. The common and private living areas strategically positioned in the house to optimize natural light and create comfortable living spaces. CAD software was used to develop detailed models and visualizations, refining the design to seamlessly merge the interior and exterior. Drawing inspiration from the region's cultural heritage, local materials and finishes were incorporated to promote a sense of identity.
- Project Duration
- The project started in February 2023 in Alachati, Izmir and completed in September 2023.
- Operation Flow
- The layout of the 2-storey house ensures a smooth flow of design language between spaces, allowing for easy navigation and interaction. The operation of the house prioritises the needs of the owner's family of 5. The entrance to the house is on the first floor. Three spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms are located on this floor. A semi-open corridor connects this floor with the open living area on the ground floor. The ground floor is characterised by the open plan living room where the double height gallery ceiling and large windows create a seamless transition between indoors and outdoors. The ground floor houses the living area, dining room, kitchen, laundry room and the master bedroom which opens to the garden. Sliding doors bring natural light, garden and sea views into the space.
- Research
- The research method involved a detailed study of the villa's architectural features and geographical location, followed by in-depth discussions with the homeowners to gain an in-depth insight into their lifestyle and needs.The homeowners dreamed of a warm and serene living space in a contemporary and timeless style.
- Inspiration
- Located on the shores of world famous surf destination Alachati this 2 storey home, seamlessly blends interior and exterior spaces, embracing the beauty of its surroundings. The location of the house and its owners, a family of 5, was the main source of inspiration. With its private sea deck and garden, it offers a life in nature. The aim was to create living spaces that are at peace with nature, embrace the Aegean sea view and daylight, while offering their users relaxing and enjoyable private and common spaces.
- Image Credits
- All photos Ibrahim Ozbunar / 645 Studio