Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm by Sema Yazici

Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm by Sema Yazici is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Hlau in Tsim Chav Sab Hauv thiab Kev Nthuav Qhia Competition Category.

HlauSab Hauv· 2025

Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm

by Sema Yazici

Client: Sakura Architecture

A' Design Award Hlau Winner in Sab Hauv Category

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The Design

About Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm

Art in the Soul yog ib qho chaw ua hauj lwm sab hauv nyob rau hauv Istanbul. Lub chaw ua hauj lwm no nyob rau theem cuaj ntawm lub tsev lag luam thiab muaj thaj tsam siv tau 250 square meters. Daim qauv tsim muaj chaw tos qhua, chav sib tham, cov chaw ua hauj lwm rau cov thawj coj, ib thaj chaw ua hauj lwm ua ke, ib chav ua noj me me, chav so, thiab ib lub balcony. Cov pob zeb marble xiav uas muaj kab, wood veneer, parquet uas muaj qauv thiab phaib af tau siv thoob plaws hauv txhua qhov chaw. Daim iav sib cais coj lub duab hnub los rau hauv txoj kev taug. Yeeb yaj kiab kos duab, kev puab duab thiab tsob nroj tsuag tau ntxiv los tsim ib puag ncig kev ua hauj lwm uas muaj kev sib haum xeeb thiab txhawb kev xav tshiab.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Hlau

Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Hlau, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom uas muab rau cov qauv tsim zoo uas ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau ntawm kev ua haujlwm thiab kev lag luam uas xav tau los ntawm cov khoom tsim zoo. Cov neeg yeej Hlau qhia txog kev txawj loj, kev paub tshwj xeeb siab, kev nkag siab ntawm cov kws tshaj lij thiab lub peev xwm tsim ntawm cov neeg tsim. Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub uas siv tau thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Hlau no sib xyaw cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev lag luam thiab muaj cov yam ntxwv siv tshuab txawj ntse txuas nrog kev paub thiab txuj ci. Art in the Soul Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Hauj Lwm tau txais kev hwm vim nws tag nrho thiab tsim los muab kev txhim kho rau lub neej uas pab ua rau lub ntiaj teb zoo dua.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This business center project in Istanbul extended its modern, minimalist design to the ninth floor office, which features an open layout, a spacious balcony, and a glass facade. Maximizing natural daylight was a key focus in workspace planning. What started as a basic shell was transformed into a fully functional and aesthetically refined office, incorporating artwork, sculptures, a coffee machine, and greenery to create a cohesive and inspiring environment.
Dimensions & Packaging: This office is characterized by a net usable area of 250 square meters. In the entrance section, a reception area, a meeting room for 15 persons, and a CEO office are provided. In the adjacent area, a common working space, a kitchenette, a lounge, and a balcony are incorporated. The third section is comprised of a meeting room for 6 persons, two executive offices, separate WC facilities for men and women, and a technical room.
Tags: Office project, artistic details, design office, art in the office, plaza office, employee motivation, pleasant working space
Production Technology: At the entrance, the floors of the reception and meeting room were covered with veined grey marble, whose natural patterns and shimmering sand inclusions created an elegant atmosphere. The meeting room was separated by a glass partition system, allowing the two spaces to be perceived as a unified whole. The entrance walls and reception counter were clad in wood veneer, which imparted warmth to the space. By extending the marble flooring to the reception counter, a sculptural bust effect was achieved, thereby breaking the static appearance of the wood. The sculpture on the counter and the vibrantly colored painting in the meeting room created a striking impact, ensuring that visitors were immediately greeted by art and design.
In the executive office, fish-scale patterned parquet was used for the flooring and decorative paint was applied to the walls. The work desk was designed to function as both a meeting and work area, while the cabinet area behind it was finished with a marquetry veneer and brass details on the shelves, adding an element of sophistication. A special painting and strategically placed plants in front of the glass completed the decor.
In the common working areas, carpet was chosen for its sound-insulating properties, with its colors carried over into the desk partitions to achieve a cohesive color scheme. Light grey tones were generally preferred in the furniture to create a minimalist and non-distracting environment.
Decorative hanging birds from the ceiling, flowers in the library, and brass accents were employed to establish a warm working atmosphere. In the rooms, glass partitions with a transparent and modern appearance were utilized, thereby allowing daylight to be extended to other areas of the corridor.
Design Challenge: In this project, each section was designed with a distinct approach. The entrance needed to exude elegance and sophistication, while a warm and inviting atmosphere was created for employees. Common areas were designed to be functional while maintaining a cohesive spatial perception. Various materials were carefully balanced and integrated to ensure aesthetic harmony without disrupting the overall design unity.
Research: The goal of this project was to ensure that both employees and clients felt they were in a well-designed and artfully curated office from the moment they entered. The spaces were designed to be functionally efficient while remaining distinct through special details without obstructing one another. The dynamic presence of the sculpture at the entrance, the vibrant colors of the paintings, and the use of transparent surfaces played a significant role in achieving this vision.
Inspiration: Primary aim is that offices reflect one’s soul rather than one’s strength. Regardless of scale, business sector, or management style, the sense of belonging and motivation among employees is prioritized in the designs. In this project, which was executed in accordance with this philosophy, art and timeless designs were regarded as the main sources of inspiration.
Project Duration: This project was completed in Istanbul in 2018.
Operation Flow: In the office, the main entrance facade was designed as a solid wall, while the fully glazed front facade served the work areas. Natural daylight was harnessed to maintain a connection with the outside. The entrance area featured a reception and meeting room to discreetly guide guests, and an executive office was established behind the reception for the firm owner. A seamless transition between the reception, workspace, and kitchenette was achieved- with a bar counter, stools, library, and seating forming a compact social area. Additionally, a mini meeting room, enclosed executive offices, WC areas, and technical spaces were arranged to optimize space utilization.
Team Members: Sema Yazici, Yadigar Tanriverdi
Image Credits: Ali Bekman