Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur by Asli Arikan Dayioglu

Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur by Asli Arikan Dayioglu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award in Brons in Interieur en Tentoonstellingsontwerp Competition Category.

BronsInterieur· 2026

Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur

by Asli Arikan Dayioglu

Client: Designist

A' Design Award in Brons Winner in Interieur Category

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The Design

About Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur

Moxy Istanbul Taksim is een hotelinterieur gelegen in Beyoglu, Istanbul. Het ontwerp beslaat ongeveer 3.500 vierkante meter en is gerealiseerd via een benadering van adaptief hergebruik. Lobby, bar, lounge en winkelruimtes vloeien over in één doorlopende sociale ruimte zonder strikte grenzen. Verschuivingen in kleur, licht en materiaal sturen de circulatie. Industriële en warme materialen worden gecombineerd, en grafische elementen zijn geïntegreerd in de oppervlakken. Bestaande constructieve elementen zijn behouden en ondersteund met een lichtgewicht stalen frame. De hotelkamers bieden een rustig toevluchtsoord.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Brons

Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur is winnaar van de A' Design Award in Brons, een hoogst prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan uitstekende ontwerpen die zich onderscheiden door creativiteit, vindingrijkheid en scherpzinnigheid. Winnaars in Brons zijn ruimschoots vaardige en opvallend creatieve artefacten die de grote ervaring, verbeelding en het vernuft van hun ontwerpers bevestigen. Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerd, bewonderd en gekoesterd object te zijn dat opmerkelijk professioneel en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in Brons heeft gewonnen, verwerkt de beste praktijken in kunst, wetenschap, ontwerp en technologie en is uitstekend door zijn aandacht voor detail. Moxy Istanbul Taksim Hotelinterieur bevredigt schitterend behoeften, raakt verlangens, charmeert gevoelens en spreekt de nieuwsgierigheid aan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This project reinterprets Istanbul's layered urban identity through a bold, experiential interior. Conceived as a dynamic spatial collage, it dissolves boundaries between lobby, bar, and lounge to create a continuous social landscape. Strong chromatic contrasts, integrated graphics, and a refined balance of industrial and warm materials define its character, transforming urban energy into a structured yet vibrant spatial experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project covers approximately 3,500 square meter of interior space. Floor-to-ceiling height varies between 3,200 mm and 4,500 mm in public areas, and 2,800 mm in guest rooms. Modular partitions are designed on a 1,200 mm grid system. Custom millwork elements range between 600–900 mm depth. Integrated LED lighting operates at 3000K–3500K. Acoustic panels (40 mm thickness) and reinforced lightweight steel substructures ensure structural and acoustic performance.
Tags: Adaptive reuse, Urban interior architecture, Experiential design, Beyoglu, Mixed-use hospitality, Spatial fluidity, Graphic integration, Industrial materiality, Cultural context, Contemporary heritage
Production Technology: The project was developed through an adaptive reuse approach based on detailed site analysis and circulation studies. Existing structural elements were preserved and strengthened, while new interventions were implemented using lightweight steel framing and modular systems. Custom-made joinery and precision-cut panels ensured accuracy in execution. Layered lighting scenarios were integrated to enhance spatial depth, material contrast, and overall user experience.
Design Challenge: The primary creative challenge was balancing Beyoglu’s historic architectural shell with a bold contemporary identity. Preserving structural traces while meeting current building codes, fire regulations, and acoustic standards required precise coordination. Integrating expressive colors and graphics without overwhelming the existing fabric was another key obstacle. Limited intervention zones and structural constraints demanded innovative detailing and lightweight construction solutions to achieve spatial fluidity without compromising heritage value.
Research: Type of Research: Applied spatial and urban context research.
Research Objectives: To translate Beyoglu’s social energy and layered history into an experiential interior.
Methodology: Site observation, circulation analysis, and adaptive reuse strategy development.
Data Collection and Research Tools Used: On-site mapping, photographic documentation, user flow diagrams, and material studies.
Participants or Experiments: Design team workshops and user scenario simulations.
Results: A fluid, interaction-driven layout.
Insights and Impacts: Demonstrated how urban dynamics can inform interior identity.
Effect in Real-Life: Enhances user engagement, supports business vitality, and promotes culturally responsive design.
Inspiration: The project draws inspiration from Istanbul's layered history and dynamic urban rhythm. Street life, cultural contrasts, and the coexistence of past and present informed the concept. Research into adaptive reuse and experiential circulation guided a layout that dissolves boundaries and encourages interaction, translating the district’s vibrant energy into a cohesive architectural narrative.
Project Duration: The project started in March 2023 in Istanbul and was completed in March 2025 in Beyoglu, Istanbul. The realization process included site analysis, concept development, detailed design, and on-site implementation phases carried out in coordination with consultants and contractors.
Operation Flow: The space is designed to be intuitive and fluid. Visitors naturally move between lobby, bar, lounge, and retail without strict boundaries, experiencing the interior as a continuous social environment. Shifts in color, light, and material subtly guide circulation. Public areas encourage interaction and spontaneity, while guest rooms provide calm retreat. This balance allows the project to adapt to different tempos throughout the day, enhancing comfort and engagement.
Team Members: Aslı Arıkan Dayıoglu, Interior Architect
Reyhan Uras, Architect
Cansu Erdem, Interior Architect
Ecem Oksuz, Architect
Yigit Gurkan, Interior Architect
Yeliz Kazancı, Architect
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Lomono Production (Production Studio), Moxy Istanbul Taksim 2025.
Image #2: Hotel Archive (Property Owner),Moxy Istanbul Taksim, 2025.
Image #3: Hotel Archive (Property Owner), Moxy Istanbul Taksim, 2025.
Image #4: Hotel Archive (Property Owner),Moxy Istanbul Taksim, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Lomono Production (Production Studio), Moxy Istanbul Taksim 2025.