P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui by Escapefromsofa

P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui by Escapefromsofa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Roto Whare me te Whakaaturanga Competition Category.

ParahiRoto Whare· 2026

P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui

by Escapefromsofa

Client: Escapefromsofa

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui

Kuputuhi Pukapuka: Ko te Whare P nā escapefromsofa he whare nui o ēnei rā i Uskudar, Istanbul, i hoahoatia hei rerenga marino e whakakotahi ana i te tino mātauranga hou me te māhana taiao. Ko te māramatanga ngohengohe, ngā tae whenua, me ngā rauemi toitū e waihanga ana i te āhuru rangimārie, me ngā matapihi nunui e hono ana i te taha o roto me te whenua. E whakaatu ana i ngā taonga tāhiko ritenga me te whakamārama whakairo, e whakaata ana te hoahoa i te taurite tuwhera i waenga i te whakawhirinaki, te tohungatanga, me te ātaahua ā-wā roa.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a P House Mahi Matua: Whare Noho Nui i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: P House stands out for its seamless dialogue between interior and nature, achieved through soft lighting, earthy tones, and carefully curated sustainable materials. Expansive windows and high ceilings invite natural light while blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces. The dining area, a focal point of the design, features custom furniture, natural leather chairs, and sculptural lighting elements that enhance intimacy and sophistication.
Dimensions & Packaging: Private residential villa located in Üsküdar, Istanbul. The project features open-plan living areas with large window openings, double-height ceilings, and a fully customized interior design scheme integrating bespoke furniture and fixtures.
Tags: Residential, Interior Design, Villa, Contemporary, Nature Inspired, Sustainable Materials, escapefromsofa, Istanbul, P House
Production Technology: Crafted using natural and sustainable materials including wood, stone, leather, and metal. The furniture and lighting elements are custom designed to integrate harmoniously with the architectural space, emphasizing craftsmanship and material honesty.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was achieving a refined, luxurious aesthetic while maintaining natural warmth and simplicity. Balancing modern comfort with sustainable materials and integrating nature into the interior architecture required precise material selection and custom craftsmanship.
Research: The project explores the intersection of natural materiality and modern living comfort, examining how architectural openness and tactile surfaces can influence well-being and spatial perception in residential design.
Inspiration: Inspired by the serenity of nature and the desire to create a tranquil retreat away from the intensity of the city, this design aims to cultivate an atmosphere of balance and calm. Drawing upon natural textures, light and materials, the design cultivates an atmosphere of balance and calm.
Project Duration: Designed and completed in 2024, located in Uskudar, Istanbul, Turkiye.
Operation Flow: The spatial layout encourages fluid movement between indoor and outdoor areas. The open plan design fosters interaction and visual connection across living, dining, and garden zones, enhancing both social and private experiences.
Team Members: Mahmut Kefeli, Kerem Ercin, Irem Baser, Begum Es
Image Credits: Ibrahim Ozbunar