Monochrome Hale Waiwai by Emel Balci is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Kala in Hoʻolālā Loko Hale a me Hōʻike Competition Category.

KalaLoko Hale· 2024

Monochrome Hale Waiwai

by Emel Balci

Client: ML Mimarlik

A' Design Award Kala Winner in Loko Hale Category

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The Design

About Monochrome Hale Waiwai

Aia ka papahana ma Istanbul he hale pilikino kiʻekiʻe 400 m2 ma ka ʻāina 1000 m2 me 5 lumi moe, 2 lumi noho, 6 lumi ʻauʻau a me kahi puna auʻau pilikino ma ka ʻāina. ʻO ka ʻano nui o ka hoʻolālā ʻo ia ka maʻalahi i ka wā e hoʻohana ana i nā waihoʻoluʻu hoʻokahi a me nā mea kūlohelohe. ʻO ka hoʻolālā hōkū o ka papahana he ʻōnaehana pākuʻikuʻi holo lāʻau i hoʻoulu i ka hoʻolālā ʻana o ka papahana a pau. Ma ka hoʻohana nui loa ʻana i ka lāʻau, ua hoʻopaa ʻia nā pā a pau paha me nā papa lāʻau a ʻo ka waihoʻoluʻu nui i koho ʻia ʻo ia ka ʻāhinahina a me nā pōhaku.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Kala

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Monochrome Hale Waiwai i ka A' Design Award Kala, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui loa i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā kiʻekiʻe loa, nani a kupaianaha. He mau hana ʻālohilohi loa a hana noʻeau nui nā lanakila Kala e hōʻike ana i ka loea, ka makakoho a me ka ʻoi aku o ka noʻonoʻo o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo ka hoʻolālā Monochrome Hale Waiwai he hana kupaianaha, kūlana ʻoi aku, ʻoihana kiʻekiʻe a hou loa. ʻO kēia hoʻolālā i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Kala he mea hoʻokumu kūpono loa, mahalo ʻia e hāʻawi i ka pōmaikaʻi a hoʻoneʻe i nā palena o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana. He mea i ʻeleu ʻia e nā mea he nui ka hoʻolālā Monochrome Hale Waiwai e hoʻāla i ka makemake, lawe mai i nā manaʻo maikaʻi a hoʻāla i ka kamahaʻo a me ka mahalo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The design process focused on minimalism and a monochrome palette, emphasizing the use of natural materials. The hallmark of the project lies in the impressive hall section, complemented by a wooden sliding curtain system in the dining area. A striking feature is the 7.5-meter-high Sominine wall design that elegantly divides the living and dining sections.
Dimensions & Packaging: Project Area: 400 square meters
Tags: Natural, Modern, Natural Materials, Details, Monochrome
Production Technology: Various natural building materials were used, including wood, marble, ceramics, lacquered elements, metal, glass and mirrors. These materials have been carefully selected for their compatibility, with special attention paid to intricate details down to the millimeter on each surface. The design process was meticulous, with each element considered and crafted specifically for this unique home.
Design Challenge: Through in-depth analysis, we sought to establish a coherent connection between the integrated designs, ensuring that each element complements the other seamlessly. Our approach involved meticulous consideration of materials, prioritizing those that not only serve a functional purpose but also contribute to the overall aesthetic. We carefully examined the intersection of simplicity and functionality, striving for a design that feels both natural and purposeful.
Research: The design research aimed for a harmonious blend of nature, simplicity and functionality. Materials were carefully selected to seamlessly integrate the designs and ensure each element complements the others. The focus was to create an interior that embodies the desired natural, simple and functional features.
Inspiration: The vision was to create a modern aesthetic that was not only distinctive and warm but also embraced simplicity without compromising functionality. By skillfully blending client preferences with a touch of refined taste and technical expertise, the design process was initiated. The focal point emerged organically, beginning with the fireplace wall and extending to the intricate wooden curtain system.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2021 in Buyukcekmece, Istanbul and finished in March 2022.
Operation Flow: Operating seamlessly with a minimalist perspective, this projecttransforms through an intuitive interaction mechanism. The shadow play orchestrated by the wooden curtains adds a layer of aesthetic charm, complemented by strategic light games that enhance the overall experience. This thoughtful integration not only contributes to a better result but also elevates the house's functionality with a touch of elegance.