A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Goes to Sariyer Project Residential House by Somas Architecture

The Work

Project

Sariyer Project Residential House

Function

Residential House

Category

Interior Space and Exhibition Design

Discipline

Spatial Design

Industry

Architecture and Packaging & Retail

Colors

Silver, Dark Gray, Gainsboro, Gray and Dark Slate Gray

Images

5

The Recognition

Laureate

Somas Architecture

Country

Turkiye

Recognition

A' Design Award

Edition

2024 - 2025

Design ID

#172008

Credits

Team

Serra Muftuoglu - Interior Designer / Creative Director and Okan Muftuoglu - Architect / Project Manager

Design Details

Unique Properties

When it comes to lighting in the space, they mention that they consider lighting beyond just a light source. They say that in recent years, more strategic and layered lighting usage in interiors will become more common, and they themselves follow this strategy. Lighting has been used as an important tool in the space to create mood and transform the atmosphere. Details like special chandeliers and artistic wall sconces enrich the lighting design of the project. Designers who follow trends prefer timeless designs instead of using generic and quickly outdated details.

Inspiration

Somas Architecture, while discussing the design details of the Sariyer House project, touched upon the 2025 trends and commented on their timeless styles. They provided information on how warm, earthy colors in interior spaces can be transformed into deep and rich tones. Architects began the Sariyer project by conducting research and collaborating with the homeowners through critical discussions. Understanding the homeowners lifestyle and personal needs plays a crucial role in the success of the design process. In every project, creating a design that aligns with the homeowners specific expectations and preferences ensures both functional and aesthetic satisfaction.

Research

This charming area creates a soft transition from the kitchen to the living room, and to emphasize the functionality of the space, rich color palettes were used, including a dark coffee-colored drinks-coffee unit and bar table. Dark tones, such as dark coffee, tend to absorb natural light, and therefore, there could be no better place to display the unit than this delightful winter garden, which receives natural light through large skylights. The overall design of the house can be described as following the principle of intentional maximalism.

Challenge

In a variation of biophilic design, symbolic experiences were used, with green and brown toned wallpapers representing the richness and diversity of nature’s color palette, referring to the coffee bar. This made the space intimate and emotionally inviting. While creating layers in the details, particular attention was paid to the handmade layers in the wallpapers, leaf shaped lighting, material variety, color harmony, and texture contrasts. As a result, the overall home became more engaging, dynamic, and inviting.

Realization and Technology

The overall design of the house can be described as following the principle of intentional maximalism. In contrast to excessive simplification and minimalism, a rich, layered, and bold aesthetic was created by using plenty of detail, color, texture, and accessories. The intentional maximalism approach made sure each element served its purpose while highlighting personal tastes with authenticity and sincerity.

Operation and Interaction

When starting the project and creating the concept designs, the fundamental starting point was the homeowners attachment to classic elements and the sense of lived in history. To create a sense of history and continuity within the space, the concept of timelessness became the key phrase. Timeless designs offer solutions that maintain their value not only aesthetically but also functionally over many years. The durability of the materials used in such designs is crucial. Timeless materials like natural stones, wood, and high quality fabrics ensure that the space remains strong both visually and functionally over time.

Project Duration and Location

Our housing project, located in Sariyer, one of Istanbul’s popular districts, covering an area of 210 square meter, was completed in 3 months.

Specifications

Covering an area of 210 square meters, the design of the Sariyer House was inspired by the narrow and unusable garden next to the kitchen and living room, which is a continuation of the front yard. This area led the architects to shape the project based on the Biophilic Design principle.

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