Gala Decorative Lighting

To celebrate my 30th year in the profession, I created a collection that bears my name and reflects the meaning of that name. This is how “GÜL’İZ” was born—the trace of a rose. I wanted each design to carry a trace of myself, bringing not only light but also energy and meaning to the spaces it inhabits. The rose, one of nature’s highest frequencies, inspired me with its symbolic elegance. Thus, every piece transformed into a sculptural form that leaves my imprint and resonates with a subtle, uplifting energy in its environment.During this process, Sartre’s concepts of “the Other” and “the Gaze” served as a philosophical guide. An object, after all, is not shaped solely by its creator, but also by the one who looks at it. That’s why I designed my forms to be open to interpretation—layered, free, and responsive. I wanted viewers to project their own emotions and perspectives with every gaze.The resulting stylized, sculptural forms are not merely lighting objects—they are elements of a narrative of existence. Each line carries both a personal imprint and space for meaning. By merging the grace of the rose with Sartre’s questioning gaze, I aim to build an intellectual and emotional bridge between light and space.

The translucent porcelain body in Gala Decorative Lighting represents one of the most technically and aesthetically demanding aspects of our process. Working with porcelain at such a thin level—allowing light to pass through while maintaining structural integrity—requires a delicate balance. The greatest challenge lies in completing the firing without cracks or deformation at this thinness. When porcelain drops below a certain thickness, it becomes fragile and tends to lose its shape in the kiln. For this reason, we conduct many experiments and develop different methods to achieve the desired form.In custom porcelain production, we choose casting clays that best reflect both the intended form and the light quality. We apply a multi-stage, highly controlled firing process; every detail—from ensuring uniform wall thickness in the mold to monitoring humidity levels and kiln temperature—is followed meticulously. While finding the perfect balance takes time, the resulting soft and calming glow adds an elegant touch to the space.

At the very beginning of the design process, I wanted Gala Decorative Lighting to adapt seamlessly to different spaces and lifestyles. Today, living environments are dynamic and multi-functional; users seek lighting objects that are not only aesthetically refined but also versatile and transformable. Gala’s modular structure meets this demand by allowing the same object to function as a table lamp, wall sconce, or pendant. With interchangeable components and connectors, it offers the user the freedom to reinterpret the object over time.This flexibility comes from approaching design not just as a static object, but as a dynamic experience. The effect of light also transforms depending on where the light source is positioned, enabling the user to create distinct atmospheres with a single piece. This philosophy reflects the rising importance of “customizability” in contemporary interior design.