Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam by Hilal Ustun Caner

Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam by Hilal Ustun Caner is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award nga Pilak in Disenyo sa Pag-abiabi, Rekreasyon, Pagbiyahe ug Turismo Competition Category.

PilakPag-abiabi· 2025

Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam

by Hilal Ustun Caner

Client: Hilal Ustun Caner

A' Design Award nga Pilak Winner in Pag-abiabi Category

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The Design

About Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam

Kini nga disenyo hapsay nga nagsagol sa nangagi ug karon, nagpreserbar sa mga historikal nga elemento samtang nagpaila sa modernong functionality. Nagtahod kini sa orihinal nga arkitektura samtang naghiusa sa kontemporaryong mga panginahanglan. Ang mainampingong craftsmanship, mahunahunaong mga materyales, ug intuitive nga layout nagpasiugda sa kaharuhay ug aesthetic harmony. Ang mga interior nagpakita sa neo-classical nga kaanyag, modernong rustic warmth, ug Scandinavian simplicity, uban sa gama sa kamot nga mga muwebles ug natural nga materyales nga nagpalambo sa tactile depth. Kini nga pamaagi naghimo og timeless, praktikal, ug eleganteng espasyo nga nagtahod sa kabilin pinaagi sa pinino nga disenyo.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Pilak

Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Pilak, usa ka talagsaon kaayo nga prestihiyoso nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa labing taas nga lebel, matahom, ug makadani nga mga disenyo. Ang mga mananaog sa Pilak labihan ka hayag ug mamugnaon nga mga buhat nga nagpakita sa bantogan nga kahanas, talento, ug kamatngon sa ilang mga tigdesinyo. Gilauman nga ang Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam mahimong talagsaon nga buhat nga ipasigarbo, dako ang pagkapropesyonal ug lawom ang kabag-ohan. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Pilak usa ka labihan ka mamatikdan, gihangaan nga imbento nga mapuslanon ug nagpalapad sa mga utlanan sa arte, siyensya, disenyo, ug teknolohiya. Belmondo Suites Pagpuyo ug Pagtagamtam usa ka paglalang nga giinggit sa daghan, nga nagpukaw og mga tinguha, nagdala og positibo nga mga pagbati, ug nagsiga sa katingala ug paghangyo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This design seamlessly blends the past and present, preserving historical elements while introducing modern functionality.Its unique strength lies in its ability to respect the original architecture while integrating contemporary needs.Key features include meticulous craftsmanship, thoughtful material choices and an intuitive layout that emphasizes comfort and aesthetic harmony.This approach creates a timeless, elegant space that honors heritage, distinguishing it from conventional design.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project encompasses four historic mansions, transformed into a boutique hotel with 30 uniquely designed rooms, two restaurants, a wine house, and a patisserie.The first phase, completed in October 2024, introduced 16 rooms within two mansions and the Belforno Italian Restaurant.This design harmoniously merges historical authenticity with contemporary luxury, preserving original architectural elements while integrating modern comforts.
Tags: Adaptive reuse, Traditional Turkish house, Boutique hotel design, Heritage preservation, Contemporary reinterpretation, Spatial memory, Unique design and bold contrasts, Eclectic material palette, Cultural storytelling, Immersive spatial experience
Production Technology: My design approach was rooted in a deep analysis of the historical layers, using a palimpsest methodology to preserve and reinterpret existing elements. I employed meticulous restoration techniques, retaining original wooden floors, slatted ceilings and stone walls while integrating handcrafted furniture and bespoke materials.The balance of traditional craftsmanship with modern production technologies, such as precision joinery and custom ceramic work, ensured authenticity and refinement.
Design Challenge: The core challenge lay in merging historical preservation with modern functionality. Adapting the building's heritage for contemporary hospitality required thorough research and innovative solutions. Structural limitations, legal regulations, and the creation of unique materials and spatial layouts that reflected the character of each area were key. This approach honored the spirit of each space, seamlessly bridging historical heritage with modern functionality, connecting the past and present with precision.
Research: We leveraged qualitative research methodology through site analysis,historical archives of traditional Turkish houses in Kaleici and interviews with past residents of the mansions.The objective is to strengthen cultural heritage,enriche hospitality experiences and set a model for sustainable,history-conscious design.Tools included sketches,3D modeling and material sampling.Insights revealed how layered histories shape spatial memory.
Inspiration: My inspiration stemmed from the multi-layered history of Kaleici, where diverse cultures have shaped its architectural fabric over centuries. Rather than imposing a singular design language, I embraced the palimpsest nature of these spaces, preserving their memory while seamlessly integrating contemporary elements.The balance of past and present guided my approach, creating an experiential dialogue between history, craftsmanship and modern elegance.
Project Duration: The project commenced in December 2022, with on-site construction work initiated in April 2023. The first phase, comprising 16 rooms within two historic mansions and an Italian restaurant, was completed in October 2024 and opened for operation in November 2024.
Operation Flow: The adaptive reuse of historical mansions in Kaleici into boutique hotel and restaurants creates a center of social life, serves as a shared space where guests can experience both hospitality and gastronomy in a setting reminiscent of the past.The continuity between open, semi-open and enclosed spaces allows visitors to engage with the historical structure in a warm atmosphere. All rooms is uniquely designed with handcrafted elements, respecting the original layout while ensuring modern comfort.
Image Credits: Main Image Credits : Semih Tiryaki Photography, 2024
Optional Image #1 / Credits : Osman Ozcan Photography, 2024
Optional Image #2 / Credits: Osman Ozcan Photography, 2024
Optional Image #3 / Credits : Osman Ozcan Photography, 2024
Optional Image #4 / Credits : Osman Ozcan Photography, 2024
Video Credits: Osman Ozcan, 2025
All images and videos presented in this project were created by Osman Ozcan and all publication rights belong to Hilal Ustun Caner.