Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural by Turkish Airlines

Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural by Turkish Airlines is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award de Ferro in Disseny d'Esdeveniments i Actes Competition Category.

FerroEsdeveniment· 2026

Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural

by Turkish Airlines

Client: Turkish Airlines

A' Design Award de Ferro Winner in Esdeveniment Category

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The Design

About Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural

Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part és un esdeveniment cultural itinerant per diverses ciutats, concebut com una narrativa en moviment en lloc d'un esdeveniment fix en un sol espai. Els convidats són guiats a través de diverses ciutats, i cada ciutat ofereix el seu propi tema i experiència sensorial. La interacció es produeix a través de l'espai, la història i l'ambientació en lloc de les pantalles. Al jaciment arqueològic d'Efes, totes les instal·lacions es van construir sobre plataformes modulars elevades, de manera que cap adhesiu, ancoratge ni equipament pesant va tocar el sòl antic. La preservació del patrimoni i l'autenticitat local es prioritzen per davant de l'espectacle i l'escala.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Ferro

Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural és un guanyador del guardó A' Design Award de Ferro, un reconeixement prestigiós concedit a bons dissenys que compleixen els requisits professionals i industrials esperats de creacions ben dissenyades. Els guanyadors de Ferro demostren una gran habilitat, una alta especialització, una comprensió experta i la capacitat creativa dels seus creadors. Es preveu que Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural sigui una creació molt apreciada, admirada i estimada que és pràctica i innovadora. Aquest disseny guanyador del guardó A' Design Award de Ferro integra les millors pràctiques del sector i té característiques tècniques competents lligades al coneixement i al talent. Connect To Turkiye Aegean Part Esdeveniment Cultural és respectat per la seva minuciositat i està pensat per oferir millores en la qualitat de vida que ajuden a fer del món un lloc millor.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This project is a multi-city cultural experience designed as a moving narrative rather than a fixed event. What makes it unique is its seamless integration into historical landscapes, use of non-invasive design, and guest flow tailored for emotional impact. It prioritizes heritage preservation, local authenticity, and meaningful interaction over spectacle or scale.
Tags: Turkish Airlines, Cultural event, destination, marketing, experiential design, sustainability, heritage, UNESCO sites, Ephesus, Gala
Production Technology: To ensure the protection of the archaeological heritage of Ephesus, the entire event infrastructure was designed with non-invasive methodologies. All installations—including the stage, exhibition units, and audience areas—were constructed on elevated modular platforms, preventing any direct contact with the ancient ground. The stage design was intentionally compact, respecting the spatial proportions and sightlines of the Agora.

Power distribution was planned with minimal intervention; temporary cabling systems and lightweight, low-impact lighting were used. Materials were selected for their reversibility and minimal environmental footprint—no adhesives, anchors, or heavy equipment touched the original structure.

Logistics, including transportation and setup, followed strict preservation protocols. Each element of the build was prefabricated and assembled onsite with manual labor, avoiding machinery that could compromise the site. The design approach prioritized cultural sensitivity, heritage compliance, and operational safety at every stage.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was designing a large-scale event within protected heritage sites without altering or damaging any historical elements. Navigating local regulations, gaining permits, and aligning with archaeological preservation laws required intense coordination. Balancing cultural authenticity, guest comfort, and logistical feasibility—across five cities—demanded precision, sensitivity, and adaptive creative planning.
Research: Qualitative design research was conducted to explore how experiential travel shapes perception of place and brand. Objectives included measuring emotional engagement in heritage environments. Methods included cultural analysis, field visits, and interviews. Participants were 200+ international guests. Results showed higher recall and emotional affinity. Insights informed the user-centric, mobile event structure, influencing brand perception and sustainable tourism models.
Inspiration: This project was inspired by a desire to showcase Türkiye not through spectacle, but through substance—its landscapes, heritage, and human warmth. Instead of relying on a single venue, we envisioned a multi-location narrative, rooted in authenticity and respect. The concept was informed by cultural research, sustainable practices, and a belief that experiential design can connect people more meaningfully than traditional formats.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2025 with concept development and planning in Istanbul. On-site preparations began in April 2025 across the selected cities. The event was held from May 26 to May 30, 2025, covering Istanbul, Afyonkarahisar, Denizli, İzmir, and Ephesus. It concluded with a gala evening at the Agora of Ephesus on May 29, 2025.
Operation Flow: The project unfolds as a guided cultural journey across multiple cities. Guests move through carefully planned stages—each city offering a unique theme and sensory experience. Interaction happens through space, story, and setting rather than screens. Seamless logistics, local immersion, and meaningful pacing ensure comfort and emotional connection, resulting in stronger memory retention and deeper brand engagement.
Image Credits: All visual and media credits: Turkish Airlines