Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana by Escapefromsofa

Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana by Escapefromsofa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Varahina in Famolavolana Habaka Anatiny ary Fampisehoana Competition Category.

VarahinaAnatiny· 2026

Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana

by Escapefromsofa

Client: Confidential

A' Design Award Varahina Winner in Anatiny Category

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The Design

About Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana

Four Seasons R01 nataon'i Escapefromsofa dia tetikasa fonenana natao ho toerana masina an-tanàn-dehibe. Ny akora voajanahary toy ny hazo oaka, plâtra sokay, travertin ary lamba misy endrika manokana dia mamorona rivotra tsy manam-potoana, raha toa kosa ny fisokafana lehibe no mampifandray ny ao anaty amin'ny zaridaina manokana. Ny fikorianan'ny habaka tsy tapaka, ny toerana fipetrahana azo ovaina ary ny fanazavana toy ny sary sokitra dia manova ny fombafomba andavanandro ho traikefa voadio, manolotra toerana fialofana milamina ao anatin'ny rafitra an-tanàn-dehibe mavitrik'i Istanbul.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Varahina

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Varahina ny famolavolana Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana, fankasitrahana malaza be omena ny famolavolana miavaka izay mampiavaka ny fahaiza-mamorona, ny fahazotoana ary ny fahamaotinan-tsaina. Ny mpandresy Varahina dia zavatra vita tanana mahay dia mahay ary mamorona mivantana izay manamafy ny traikefa be dia be, ny sarintsaina ary ny fahaizan-kafoy an'ny mpamolavola azy. Andrasana ho zavatra ankasitrahana be, ankafizina ary tiana, mahay amin'ny asa sady vaovao ny famolavolana Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana. Ity famolavolana nandresy ny A' Design Award Varahina ity dia mitahiry ny fomba fanao tsara indrindra amin'ny zavakanto, ny siansa, ny famolavolana ary ny teknolojia, ary tsara indrindra amin'ny fitandremana ny antsipirihany. Ny famolavolana Four Seasons R01 Asa: Trano fonenana dia mahafa-po ny filana tsara, mikasika ny faniriana, mahasarika ny fihetseham-po ary misarika ny fahalianana.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Four Seasons R01 is a residential project
by escapefromsofa, envisioned as an intimate
urban sanctuary where contemporary design
meets the seasonal rhythm of nature. The re-
sidence offers a warm, refined atmosphere
that invites calm while embracing the quiet
energy of the city.
Dimensions & Packaging: The residence features a layered material palette including oak, lime plaster, travertine, and textured fabrics. Large glazed openings connect the interiors to a private garden, maximizing daylight and seasonal interaction. Custom modular seating, handcrafted cabinetry, and sculptural lighting define the main living spaces. The layout is designed as an open flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas, enhancing comfort and intuitive use.
Tags: Interior Design, Contemporary, Luxury Living, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, Contemporary Living, Urban Sanctuary, Seasonal Design, Natural Materials, Oak, Lime Plaster, Travertine, Modular Furniture, Sculptural Lighting, Istanbul, EscapeFromSofa
Production Technology: Four Seasons R01 achieves its aesthetic through the harmony of structure, finish, and craftsmanship. Oak, lime plaster, onyx, and textured fabrics compose a refined material palette, animated by daylight entering through large balcony openings. The emotional appeal lies in its calm, sophisticated atmosphere, where repeating rhythmic details create continuity and a subtle sense of luxury. The design highlights the dialogue between solid structural elements and finely executed interior details, celebrating artisanal skill in bespoke cabinetry, modular seating, and sculptural lighting. The result is a residence where elegance, function, and material honesty converge seamlessly.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was to design an intimate urban residence that balances contemporary comfort with the rhythm of nature. Integrating large openings and natural materials within a dense city context required careful study of light, privacy, and spatial flow. Another challenge was achieving flexibility without compromising elegance addressed through modular furniture, layered textures, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Research: Four Seasons R01 xplores how contemporary living can harmonize with the natural rhythm of the seasons in an urban context. The research focused on creating a calm, tactile atmosphere through natural materials, layered textures, and light interaction. Spatial flow was studied to encourage intuitive daily rituals while maintaining refined elegance. The result is a residence that blends comfort, flexibility, and timeless design, offering a sanctuary within the dense fabric of Istanbul.
Inspiration: Four Seasons R01 was conceived as a refined response to Istanbul's fast rhythm a residence where luxury and sophisticated living meet calm and privacy. Expansive openings, natural materials, and seamless spatial flow connect life to the seasons, while repeating rhythmic details create a sense of harmony and continuity. Design here is not only shelter, but rhythm itself: purposeful, elegant, and perfectly tuned to contemporary urban living.
Project Duration: 18 Months, Istanbul, Turkey
Operation Flow: Four Seasons R01 is designed with a seamless flow, where spaces transition intuitively from living to dining and into the garden. Large openings invite natural light and seasonal changes, creating a constant dialogue between interior and exterior. Modular seating and crafted details support flexible use, while subtle tones and textures foster calm interaction, turning daily routines into meaningful experiences.
Patents: Escapefromsofa
Team Members: Mahmut Kefeli, Kerem Ercin, Irem Baser, Begum Es
Image Credits: Ibrahim Ozbunar