Royal Residential Complex by S.A.I.T. Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Bronze A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design Competition Category.
BronzeArchitecture· 2025
Royal Residential Complex
Client: S.A.I.T. Studio
Bronze A' Design Award Winner in Architecture Category
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About Royal Residential Complex
Royal Residence is a modern residential complex featuring two 13 story towers and one 7 story tower, with 200 apartments, including villa style garden duplexes. The design focuses on efficient space utilization with a range of one bedroom to four bedroom units. Key amenities include a 2,200 square meter seawater pool, a 350 meter adventure canal for water sports, a children s pool, thermal pool, sports courts, Turkish bath, sauna, and expansive social areas, promoting a balanced and luxurious living environment. It offers a comfortable lifestyle in harmony with nature.
The Recognition
About the Bronze A' Design Award
Royal Residential Complex is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a highly prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. Royal Residential Complex is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. Royal Residential Complex splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
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We specialize in designing innovative residential complexes that seamlessly blend modern luxury with sustainability. Our award-winning architectural firm creates spaces featuring smart home integration, wellness amenities, and environmentally conscious design, transforming visions into exceptional living environments.
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Design Interview
What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
The main idea behind Royal Residential Complex was to create a luxurious and sustainable living environment that enhances quality of life. We wanted to design a residential community that balances privacy and social interaction, while offering residents direct access to nature, wellness features, and advanced smart technologies.
The project draws inspiration from the rich historical and architectural heritage of Erdemli, Mersin, particularly the ancient civilizations of the Hittites, Romans, and Byzantines. Elements such as arches and columns reflect this legacy while being reinterpreted through a modern architectural language.
At its core, the design aims to blend contemporary living with natural beauty, cultural depth, and sustainable innovation to provide an elevated residential experience.
What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
Our main focus was to design a residential complex that offers a distinctive balance between modern luxury, cultural identity, and sustainable living. We wanted to create an environment where residents feel connected to both the history of the place and the comforts of contemporary life.
We aimed to achieve a seamless integration of architecture, landscape, and community spaces. Key goals included maximizing sea views, promoting well-being through green spaces and wellness amenities, and incorporating smart technologies that enhance daily living.
Ultimately, we wanted to provide residents with a lifestyle that is enriching, healthy, and harmonious with the local environment, setting a new standard for residential developments in the region.
What are your future plans for this award winning design?
Our primary goal is to successfully complete the construction of Royal Residential Complex and deliver a high-quality living environment that fully reflects the original design vision.
Beyond this, we plan to use the experience and insights gained from this project to inform future residential developments in the region and beyond. The design principles established in Royal, especially the integration of cultural identity, smart technologies, and sustainable living, will continue to shape our upcoming projects.
We also hope that the recognition from the A’ Design Award will inspire greater interest in creating thoughtful, high-quality architecture in emerging urban areas like Erdemli, helping to raise the overall standard of design in the community.
Grand Interview
Your innovative integration of a 2,200 square meter seawater pool and 350-meter adventure canal in Royal Residential Complex represents a bold departure from traditional residential amenities - what inspired this distinctive approach to creating a water-focused living environment?
Our vision for Royal Residential Complex was to create a living environment that goes beyond standard amenities by making water a core element of daily life. Situated in Erdemli with its Mediterranean coastal context, we designed a 2,200 m² seawater pool and a 350 m adventure canal to evoke the sea even within the residence. This concept emerged from studying cultural connections to water in local history and from research showing that immersive water environments improve well‑being. By blending relaxation, play, and social gathering around water, we aimed to foster community, elevate experience, and anchor the project firmly in its coastal identity.
The Royal Residential Complex seamlessly blends modern luxury with historical architectural elements like arches - how did your team navigate the challenge of harmonizing these contrasting design languages while maintaining the project's contemporary identity?
Balancing modernity and heritage in Erdemli meant more than mixing styles – it required creating a meaningful dialogue. We drew inspiration from ancient civilizations like the Hitites, Romans, and Byzantines, then reinterpreted arches and columns using contemporary proportions and materials. Arches were refined to align with tower elevations and used to frame sea views and communal spaces. Using BIM modeling we tested several iterations to ensure classical forms felt fresh, not copied. The result merges historical form language with modern architecture – honoring place without losing identity.
Looking at the impressive scale of Royal Residential Complex, covering 41,000 square meters of built area, how did your sustainable design strategies evolve to ensure both environmental responsibility and resident comfort across such an expansive development?
As the project evolved, our sustainability strategies focused on balancing scale with environmental responsibility. We prioritized passive design principles, such as natural ventilation and daylight use, and integrated energy-efficient systems like smart HVAC, solar-ready infrastructure, and greywater recycling. Landscape elements, including green roofs and native plantings, help manage heat and water runoff. Our goal was to reduce long-term environmental impact while maximizing thermal comfort, energy savings, and quality of life for all residents.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The Royal seamlessly integrates modern architecture with the rich historical heritage of Erdemli, Mersin. Inspired by ancient civilizations such as the Hitites, Romans, and Byzantines, the design incorporates iconic architectural elements like arches and columns. Unique features include a 2200 m2 seawater pool, a 350 m adventure water canal, thermal pools, dynamic landscape lighting that changes with the wind and every apartment offers breathtaking sea views, ensuring an unparalleled living experience
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Royal Residential Complex covers 41,000 m2 of built area on a 23,000 m2 site. The project includes two 13-story towers and one 7-story tower, totaling 200 apartments, including 29 garden duplex villas. Key amenities include a 2,200 m2 seawater pool, 350-meter adventure canal, and 200 m2 thermal pool. Sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems ensure comfort. Arches, inspired by historical architecture, are integrated into some areas of the design, blending modern and traditional elements
- Tags
- S.A.I.T.studio, saitstudio, RoyalResidence, RoyalMersin, saitstudiodesign
- Production Technology
- The design of Royal Residence utilizes advanced BIM (Building Information Modeling) technology for precise planning and seamless integration of structural, mechanical, and architectural elements. Sustainable materials, such as energy-efficient glass and eco-friendly insulation, were selected to enhance energy performance. The incorporation of smart home technologies, green roofs, and water-efficient systems further reinforces the project's commitment to sustainability and modern living.
- Design Challenge
- The hardest part of designing Royal Residence was balancing modern luxury with sustainability in an area like Erdemli, Mersin, where local climate and regulations posed unique challenges. The project had to respect regional architectural styles while integrating advanced technologies and eco-friendly materials. External factors, such as building codes and energy efficiency standards, required careful consideration. Overcoming these challenges involved extensive research, collaboration with experts, and innovative design solutions.
- Research
- The research for Royal Residence aimed to balance luxury, sustainability, and functionality by integrating smart technologies, green spaces, and wellness amenities. Methods included site analysis, environmental studies, and user behavior research, with data collected through surveys and expert consultations. The result is a design that enhances energy efficiency, quality of life, and social interaction, benefiting both the local community and sustainable architecture.
- Inspiration
- The design of Royal Residential Complex was inspired by a desire to blend luxury, functionality, and nature in a modern urban setting. We sought to create a space that enhances the quality of life, offering a balance between privacy and community. Drawing from research on sustainable architecture and contemporary living, the project integrates green spaces, cutting-edge amenities, and wellness features to provide residents with a harmonious and comfortable lifestyle.
- Project Duration
- The Royal Residence project commenced in January 2024 in Erdemli, Mersin, and is expected to be completed in December 2025. The project has been carefully planned to integrate modern architectural design with sustainable living practices, aiming to provide a high-quality living environment. Once completed, it will offer a wide range of luxurious residential and communal spaces, enhancing the local community's lifestyle in Erdemli.
- Operation Flow
- Royal Residence is designed to offer seamless interaction between its residents and the environment. The apartments and villas are equipped with smart home systems, allowing residents to control lighting, temperature, and security remotely. The layout promotes easy movement between communal spaces, like the pools, sports facilities, and wellness areas. The integration of sustainable systems, such as energy-efficient heating and water management, ensures comfort while reducing environmental impact.
- Team Members
- Senior Architect: Kemal Cetin
Senior Interior Architect: Sait Guray Yalcin
Architect: Burak Bilgin
Architect: Nazlican Kars
Interior Architect: Beyza Nur Emir
Architect: Toprak Aydogan - Image Credits
- S.A.I.T. Studio
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