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Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro by S.A.I.T. Studio

Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro by S.A.I.T. Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award an Sëlwer in Inneraum an Ausstellungsdesign Competition Category.


SëlwerInterieur· 2026

Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro

by S.A.I.T. Studio

Client: S.A.I.T. Studio

A' Design Award an Sëlwer Winner in Interieur Category

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The Design

About Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro

Cu 29 ass en Direktiounsbüro, dee fir Geschäftsversammlungen an temporär Wunnnotzung entworf gouf. D'Projet kombinéiert e formellen Aarbechtsraum mam Komfort vun enger privater Suite. Verstoppte Diere integréieren d'Wunnfunktiounen, während se d'Perceptioun vun engem Büroëmfeld erhalen. Däischter Uewerflächen ënnersträichen Kupperelementer, déi vun der Aarbecht vum Client mat Kupfer inspiréiert sinn, während gerummt Stadausbléck a Materialien de raimleche Charakter vun der Projet definéieren. Handgefäerdegt Mosaikdetailer bréngen en artistescht Element an de Raum. Strategesch plazéiert Spigelen erweideren den Istanbul-Ausbléck méi déif an den Interieur.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award an Sëlwer

Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro ass e Gewënner vum A' Design Award an Sëlwer, enger aussergewéinlech prestigiéiser Unerkennung, déi un Designe vun der héchster Qualitéit, prächteg a beandrockend vergi gëtt. Sëlwer-Gewënner si bemierkenswäert brillant a ganz kreativ Wierker, déi d'erausragend Expertise, d'Talent an d'Schaarfsënnegkeet vun hire Designer weisen. Et gëtt erwaart, datt Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro e wonnerbart, mustergëlteg, bemierkenswäert professionellt an déif innovatiivt Wierk ass. Dëst mam Sëlwer ausgezeechent Design ass eng bemierkenswäert, bewonnert Erfindung, déi dozou bäidréit, d'Grenze vun der Konscht, der Wëssenschaft, vum Design an der Technologie ze erweideren. Cu 29 Direktiounsbüro ass eng Kreatioun, op déi vill neidesch sinn, déi Wënsch erweckt, positiv Gefiller bréngt an Erstaunen a Wonner erweckt.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
This project is designed as a private executive office that also accommodates short term residential use. Concealed doors maintain the perception of a formal workspace while connecting residential areas. Dark matte surfaces highlight copper elements referencing the clients involvement in copper trade. Mirrors on wall surfaces and behind the bar distribute the panoramic Istanbul view across the interior. A handmade mosaic wall in the guest restroom is reflected through a mirror, visually expanding the space.
Dimensions & Packaging
The project is a 120 sqm executive office residence designed to accommodate work, meetings and temporary accommodation. The original ceiling height of 260 cm was reconfigured by removing suspended ceiling layers, increasing the height to 320 cm. The interior features custom designed furniture, wood and slatted wall claddings, concealed wooden doors and glazed copper framed doors. Materials include natural marble flooring, laminated parquet and solid copper transition profiles.
Tags
executive office interior, copper interior design, hybrid office residence, hidden doors, smart office interior, multifunctional workspace, residential office concept, custom furniture interior, masculine interior, copper details
Production Technology
The interior was realized through custom designed furniture, concealed door systems and integrated smart automation systems. Materials such as natural marble, laminated parquet flooring and solid copper transition profiles were carefully combined to emphasize spatial hierarchy. A smart automation system controls floor lighting, sun responsive motorized curtains and air purification devices, enabling flexible lighting, privacy and environmental comfort throughout the space.
Design Challenge
The main challenge was transforming a 120 sqm space into a hybrid environment functioning both as an executive office and a residential suite. Maintaining a strong office identity while integrating private living areas required careful spatial planning. Concealed doors, flexible layouts and material transitions were developed to preserve the formal office atmosphere while discreetly accommodating residential functions.
Research
Design research combined spatial analysis and user centered evaluation. The objective was to develop a hybrid executive office that could also support temporary residential use. Layout simulations, material studies and lighting tests were conducted during the design process. Observations of the clients workflow and meeting habits informed the spatial program. The result is a flexible environment balancing privacy, work efficiency and residential comfort.
Inspiration
The project was inspired by the clients involvement in the copper trade and the need for a refined environment where business meetings could take place outside the factory setting. The project combines the atmosphere of an executive office with the comfort of a private suite. Dark tones, copper details and framed city views shape a spatial identity that supports both professional use and temporary residential functions. The name Cu 29 refers to copper through its symbol and atomic number.
Project Duration
The project started in May 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey and was completed in August 2025. The interior was designed and realized within a residential tower located in the Fairmont Quasar complex.
Operation Flow
The space is organized to function primarily as an executive office. Upon entry, a glazed partition door frames the city view, creating a strong first impression. The layout enables smooth transitions between reception, meeting and lounge areas for business use. Concealed doors discreetly connect the kitchen and private rooms, allowing the space to transform into a comfortable residential suite when longer stays are required.
Patents
Copyrights belong to S.A.I.T. Studio, 2025.
Team Members
Senior Interior Designer: Sait Guray Yalcin
Senior Architect: Kemal Cetin
Architect: Nazlican Kars
Interior Architect: Beyza Nur Emir
Architect: Sude Karadayi
Interior Architect: Ogeday Oguz Atalay
Civil Engineer: Yusuf Cebeci
Image Credits
Image #1: Visualization S.A.I.T. Studio, Cu 29 Interior Visualization, 2025.
Image #2: Visualization S.A.I.T. Studio, Cu 29 Interior Visualization, 2025.
Image #3: Visualization S.A.I.T. Studio, Cu 29 Interior Visualization, 2025.
Image #4: Visualization S.A.I.T. Studio, Cu 29 Interior Visualization, 2025.
Image #5: Visualization S.A.I.T. Studio, Cu 29 Interior Visualization, 2025.

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