Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny by Piu Interiors

Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny by Piu Interiors is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Stříbrná cena A' Design Award in Interiér Competition Category.

StříbroInteriér· 2026

Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny

by Piu Interiors

Client: Piu Interiors

Stříbrná cena A' Design Award Winner in Interiér Category

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The Design

About Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny

Alp Bakery je interiér malé kavárny nacházející se ve čtvrti Gokturk v Istanbulu. Projekt proměňuje stávající knižní kavárnu v pekárnu s jasnou prostorovou organizací a efektivním provozním tokem obsluhy. Návrh zahrnuje posezení a obslužnou zónu na úrovni ulice, doplněné kuchyní a skladovacími prostory ve spodním podlaží. K definování interiéru jsou použity materiály jako dřevěné obklady, keramická podlaha a lakované kovové prvky. Dispozice podporuje jak prodej s sebou, tak krátkodobé posezení a zároveň zachovává plynulou cirkulaci v rámci kompaktní půdorysné plochy.

The Recognition

About the Stříbrná cena A' Design Award

Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny je vítězem Stříbrné ceny A' Design Award, mimořádně prestižního uznání udělovaného designům nejvyšší kvality, nádherným a působivým. Stříbrní vítězové jsou nesmírně brilantní a mimořádně kreativní díla, která dokládají vynikající odbornost, talent a bystrost svých designérů. Očekává se, že Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny bude nádherným, reprezentativním dílem, pozoruhodně profesionálním a hluboce inovativním. Tento design, který získal Stříbrnou cenu A' Design Award, je vysoce pozoruhodný, obdivovaný vynález, který prospívá a posouvá hranice umění, vědy, designu a technologií. Alp Bakery Interiér pekárny je výtvor, kterému mnozí závidí, který vyvolává touhy, přináší pozitivní pocity a vzněcuje úžas a údiv.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Alp Bakery in Istanbul brings the spirit of a French patisserie into a contemporary urban setting. The design highlights a striking deep blue facade with classic awnings, oak wood paneling, brass accents, and mosaic flooring that recall timeless European cafes. Inside, soft lighting and carefully selected furnishings create a welcoming yet sophisticated atmosphere. The project balances artisanal charm with modern hospitality design, offering both comfort and elegance.
Dimensions & Packaging: The bakery includes a 60 m2 street level seating and service area with direct access to outdoor seating. A 40 m2 lower floor contains the main kitchen, storage and wc facilities. The layout supports takeaway service, short stay seating and continuous customer circulation. Materials include ceramic mosaic flooring, wood wall paneling, painted metal elements and stone countertops. Lighting combines recessed spots and integrated LED strips. Climate control and ventilation systems support daily operation.
Tags: Parisian bakery, neighborhood cafe, bakery interior, small scale retail, adaptive reuse, fast track renovation, wood and tile interior, urban cafe design, Gokturk Istanbul, hospitality interior
Production Technology: The project was realized through a fast track construction process with on site coordination and custom fabrication. Wood paneling, service counters, shelving systems and metal details were produced off site and assembled on location. Durable ceramic flooring and painted finishes were selected for intensive daily use. Lighting includes recessed spots, linear LED strips and integrated fixtures. A lower floor kitchen and service areas were planned to support efficient food preparation and staff circulation.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was transforming a long established local cafe into a new bakery concept with a different spatial identity and atmosphere, while still welcoming existing customers. The design needed to create a fresh experience without losing the familiarity of the location. Another key constraint was time, as the commercial space required a fast turnaround. Design development, fabrication and construction were completed within a tight schedule to enable early reopening.
Research: Practice based design research. The objective was to transform an existing cafe into a bakery with efficient service flow and a renewed spatial identity. Site analysis, user observation and layout studies guided the methodology. Data was gathered through measurements, circulation mapping and material testing. The process involved designers, craftsmen and the client. The result is a compact layout supporting fast service and short stays. The project shows how adaptive reuse can improve daily business performance and neighborhood engagement.
Inspiration: The inspiration for Alp Bakery came from the refined elegance of French patisseries and the warmth of European cafe culture. The design aimed to reinterpret this atmosphere within the dynamic context of Istanbul, blending traditional charm with contemporary sensibilities. Deep blue facades, oak wood finishes, and brass details were chosen to reflect both authenticity and modern sophistication, creating a space where artisanal flavors meet refined hospitality.
Project Duration: The project started in February 2023 in Gokturk, Istanbul and was completed in March 2023. The space previously operated as an industrial style book cafe with a different layout. The transformation included a one month design development phase followed by one month of construction and on site implementation.
Operation Flow: Visitors enter from the street into a compact seating area that connects directly to the service counter. The layout allows quick takeaway orders while also supporting short and long stays. Seating along the windows and walls keeps circulation clear during busy hours. Staff movement is supported by a lower floor kitchen and storage area, allowing efficient preparation and service without interrupting the customer experience. The space encourages both quick visits and relaxed use.
Team Members: Pinar Unalan
Cihan Unalan
Image Credits: Photographer Sinan Çırak