Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê by Piu Interiors

Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê by Piu Interiors is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Xelata A' Design Award a Zîvîn in Dîzayna Cihê Hundurîn û Pêşangehê Competition Category.

ZîvHundurîn· 2026

Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê

by Piu Interiors

Client: Piu Interiors

Xelata A' Design Award a Zîvîn Winner in Hundurîn Category

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The Design

About Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê

Alp Bakery hundurekî kafeyeke pîvana biçûk e ku li Gokturk, Stenbol cih digire. Proje kafeyeke pirtûkan a heyî vediguherîne firûngehekê bi rêxistineke fezayî ya zelal û herikîna xizmetê ya bikêrhatî. Dîzayn qadeke rûniştin û xizmetê ya di asta kolanê de dihewîne ku ji aliyê mitbex û cihên depokirinê yên qata jêrîn ve tê piştgirîkirin. Materyalên wekî panelên darîn, erdê seramîk û hêmanên metal ên boyaxkirî ji bo pênasekirina hundur têne bikaranîn. Sêwirandin hem bikaranîna birin-derve hem jî rûniştina demkurt piştgirî dike û di heman demê de gera berdewam di nav qadeke berhevkirî de diparêze.

The Recognition

About the Xelata A' Design Award a Zîvîn

Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê xelatgirê Xelata A' Design Award a Zîvîn e, nasîneke bi awayekî awarte bi prestîj ku ji sêwiranên di asta herî bilind de, xweşik û bibandor re tê dayîn. Xelatgirên Zîvînê karên pir birûsk û pir afirîner in, yên ku pisporiya hêja, jêhatîbûn û zîrekiya sêwiranerên xwe nîşan didin. Tê hêvîkirin ku Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê karekî mînak, pir pîşekar û bi kûrahî nûjen be. Ev sêwirana bi Zîvînê serketî vedîtineke berbiçav û hatiye sitayişkirin e ku ji bo fireh kirina sînorên huner, zanist, sêwiran û teknolojiyê tevkarî dike. Alp Bakery Dîzayna Navxweyî ya Firûngehê afirandinek e ku gelek kes çavê xwe lê dikin, daxwazan şiyar dike, hestên erênî tîne û heyirînê çêdike.

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