Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho by Ayse Kubilay

Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho by Ayse Kubilay is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Kala in Hoʻolālā Loko Hale a me Hōʻike Competition Category.

KalaLoko Hale· 2025

Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho

by Ayse Kubilay

Client: Architect Ayse Kubilay

A' Design Award Kala Winner in Loko Hale Category

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The Design

About Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho

He papahana hoʻolālā loko hale noho ʻo Bosphorus no kahi hale e nānā ana i ke Bosphorus ma Istanbul. Ua kūkulu ʻia ka hale ma nā makahiki 1990 a ua hoʻoponopono piha ʻia, me ka mālama ʻana i nā kia, nā kaola a me nā ʻōnaehana paʻa kaumaha wale nō. Hoʻolaha ka hoʻonohonoho hou ma nā papahele ʻekolu a hoʻopili i kēlā me kēia lumi i kekahi, me nā wahi ākea a me ka mālamalama kūlohelohe. Hoʻokaʻawale nā lumi hoʻokipa ʻelua i nā hālāwai ʻohana mai nā hanana malihini. Ua hoʻokomo pū ʻia kahi lumi kiʻiʻoniʻoni, kahi hale hoʻoikaika kino a me nā lumi malihini. Hana ka māpala, ke aniani, ka lāʻau a me ka pōhaku i loko hale maluhia a mau loa.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Kala

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho 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 Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho 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 Bosphorus Hoʻolālā Loko Hale Noho 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: Located in a perfect spot overlooking the Istanbul Bosphorus, this house initially built in 1990’s, has been returned to its roots with Architect Ayse Kubilay's renovation project prioritizing client’s objectives and the comforts of contemporary lifestyle. It is distinguished by an atmosphere of tranquility with a luxurious allure, a place of refuge in the city. Ayse Kubilay's interior design project emphasizes open spaces and natural light, creating an environment that feels expansive and inviting. Entrance of the home its like a filter that transports guests from the pulsating heart of Istanbul into a refined and sophisticated oasis. Spanning over three floors, Bosphours house has two different living rooms, one for invitations and one for family gatherings. Ground floor is reserved for family gatherings, while the entry floor is designed as invitation spaces with living and dining areas. Both floors are opening up to a breathtaking Bosphorus sea view. Ground floor is meeting with the garden and infinity pool at the outdoor living area. There is also a cinema room, a gym and a guest bedroom suite on the ground floor. The third floor is reserved to the bedrooms. Master bedroom has a generous area designed with dressing room, bathroom and a private large terrace with a view.
Dimensions & Packaging: The house is located on a hill that has characterized the layout of the plan. The interior design aims to create a tranquil and spacious living space in an area shaped by the differences in elevation. The 1000sqm indoor and 2000 sqm outdoor living area has been designed meticulously to offer residents a unique living experience.
Tags: interior design, residential design, villa design, contemporary interiors, luxury home
Production Technology: We stripped down the interiors, only keeping the column, beam and carrier systems. The layout plan is meticulously designed to prioritize flow and accessibility, ensuring that each room seamlessly connects to the next while offering stunning views from every angle. The project offers functional spaces and additional to its user centric design the interiors strike a balance between luxury and moderation. Innovative use of materials, such as marble, glass and sustainable woods, enhances the sense of transparency and connection with outdoors.
Design Challenge: The house had a heavy atmosphere characterized by classical decoration elements dating back to 90's. Stripping down the interiors, only keeping the column, beam and carrier systems and changing the layout plan of the house was a challenge. We re-designed the plan meticulously to prioritize flow and accessibility, ensuring that each room seamlessly connects to the next while offering stunning views from every angle.
Research: We have renovated a 1990s building into a contemporary residence. In our new material decisions we preferred to use sustainable products. We used natural materials like wood, marble and stone. The residence was completed with an energy efficient innovative smart home technology.
Inspiration: The concept is expressed through an interior design that embraces a range of influences from the historical Istanbul and mid century style seamlessly blending with contemporary design. Characterized by the contrasts and exquisite combination of different materials the project has been realized with a design approach that will stand the test of time. The house stands out with its identity that respects its past and does not compromise on the parameters of tomorrow while meeting today's needs.
Project Duration: The Bosphorus House project started at the end of 2023 in Istanbul, finished in May 2024. It has been published in Maison Francaise interior design and decoration magazine.
Operation Flow: Architect Ayse Kubilay is known mostly with its hotel and restaurant projects. While creating this project, i had an approach like we are designing a small resort hotel. It has all the functions a living complex can offer; cinema room, a gym, a game room, guest suites with private bathrooms, an executive suite for the owners, two different kitchens, four different lounging areas, two different dining areas and also open living areas in the garden offers different functions.
Image Credits: all photos Ibrahim Ozbunar/645 Studio