Das Apres Hoteli by Eser Arslanbay is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Ukarimu, Burudani, Usafiri na Utalii Competition Category.

ChumaUkarimu· 2026

Das Apres Hoteli

by Eser Arslanbay

Client: ALB Mimarlik

Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award Winner in Ukarimu Category

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The Design

About Das Apres Hoteli

Das Apres ni hoteli ya kipekee (boutique) iliyobuniwa kwa ajili ya kituo cha michezo ya kuteleza kwenye theluji milimani. Hoteli hii inaunganisha maeneo ya matumizi ya umma ya mchana na malazi ya faragha ya wageni. Mapambo ya ndani yanatumia mbao za walnut, mawe ya asili yaliyolainishwa na vitambaa vya boucle, vikioanishwa na mapambo yenye rangi za kuvutia zilizochochewa na sanaa ya Pop Art. Milango miwili tofauti ya kuingilia inatenganisha wageni wa mchana na wageni wa hoteli, na sebule ya umma inajumuisha chumba cha vifaa vya kuteleza kwenye theluji chenye njia ya moja kwa moja kuelekea kwenye miteremko. Madirisha ya vioo vitatu na mawe ya kufunika kuta yaliyopatikana kutoka maeneo ya karibu yanasaidia faraja ya joto katika majira makali ya baridi. Mpangilio huweka maeneo ya wageni katika utulivu huku ukiruhusu nafasi za pamoja zenye shughuli nyingi.

The Recognition

About the Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award

Das Apres Hoteli ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima unaotolewa kwa miundo mizuri inayokidhi mahitaji ya kitaalamu na ya kiviwanda yanayotarajiwa kutoka kwa kazi zilizobuniwa vizuri. Washindi wa Chuma huonyesha ustadi mkubwa, utaalamu wa hali ya juu, uelewa wa kitaalamu na uwezo wa kibunifu wa waumbaji wao. Das Apres Hoteli inatarajiwa kuwa kazi inayothaminiwa sana, kupendwa na kuenziwa, ambayo ni ya vitendo na bunifu. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award unajumuisha mbinu bora za tasnia na una sifa za kiufundi zenye uwezo zilizounganishwa na ujuzi na kipaji. Das Apres Hoteli inaheshimiwa kwa uangalifu wake na imebuniwa kutoa maboresho ya ubora wa maisha yanayosaidia kuufanya ulimwengu kuwa mahali bora zaidi.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Das Apres blends alpine luxury with Pop Art energy. This 27 room "Mountain Pop" sanctuary features dual entrances, separating daily ski center traffic from hotel guests for seamless flow. Raw textures walnut, stone, and boucle pair with bold accents and modern irony. Merging high end tranquility with a playful soul, it offers a sophisticated, dual use destination that breaks the mold, creating an energetic yet serene retreat that functions as both a boutique hotel and a public hub.
Dimensions & Packaging: Accommodation Area: 1900 sqm
Lobby: 600 sqm
Spa: 320 sqm
Ski Room: 250 sqm
Restaurant: 375 sqm
Tags: Ski Resort, Apres Ski, Ski, Luxury, Hospitality,
Production Technology: The exterior integrates locally sourced stone cladding and recycled plastic composites with high UV resistance. Triple-glazed low-E units optimize thermal insulation. Interior realization features a contrast of walnut veneer and honed natural stone for thermal mass, paired with high rub count boucle fabrics for acoustic comfort. The assembly focuses on a sustainable, low impact footprint, blending rugged alpine textures with precise, vibrant Pop Art inspired material finishes.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was harmonizing two distinct user flows vibrant daily skiers and private hotel guests within a compact 30 room structure. Separating public access from luxury suites while maintaining thermal efficiency in extreme winter conditions was critical. Additionally, integrating Pop Art aesthetics into a serene alpine landscape required a delicate balance. We used natural walnut and stone as a grounding base to allow bold artistic elements to coexist with the mountain's raw tranquility.
Research: Research explores dual use hospitality in extreme climates, balancing high traffic day use with the seclusion of a boutique hotel. Through flow simulations, the study decouples guest types for operational efficiency. It investigated material selections that synergize the mountain hotel identity with the vibrant aesthetics of the Pop Art movement. Results prove that day use functionality and luxury tranquility coexist through intelligent spatial zoning and expressive, tactile palettes.
Inspiration: Das Apres finds its inspiration in the seamless fusion of mountain lodge traditions and contemporary luxury. Our mission is to redefine the "apres-ski" culture by blending the raw, volcanic textures of Mount Erciyes with sophisticated, modern comfort.

Inspired by the dynamic energy of the slopes and the serenity of snow-capped peaks, the design aims to offer an immersive winter experience.
Project Duration: The project consists of eighteen uniquely designed standard rooms, four suites, and five chalet units. The program includes a 320 sqm spa facility, two restaurants, clearly separated day use and accommodation areas, a designated smoking lounge, a lobby, and a contemporary ski room.

Phase I, completed in 2022, comprised the construction and commissioning of the chalet units, restaurant, and ski room. Phase II is planned for completion in 2027 and will complete the remaining program components.
Operation Flow: Das Apres optimizes flow via a dual circulation system. To ensure comfort during harsh winters, two distinct entrances separate day-trip skiers from the 30 room boutique hotel guests. The public lobby houses an integrated ski room, providing immediate and direct access to the slopes. This separation eliminates congestion and preserves a tranquil hotel atmosphere. This layout ensures that high-energy mountain activity and serene luxury hospitality coexist harmoniously through a frictionless user journey.
Team Members: Mertcan Onder Architect, Ece Nur Bildi Interior Designer