Rize, located in Turkey’s Eastern Black Sea region, is one of the country’s rainiest and greenest areas, characterized by dense vegetation and a unique topography. Traditional local housing typologies have developed in response to steep terrains, high humidity, and heavy rainfall. The façade of this residential project has been designed with the same sensitivity, creating a contemporary architectural language that harmonizes with the natural environment. The façade primarily features oak wood and marble. Window frames are clad in aluminum, while the entrance door is made of wood-textured aluminum, ensuring both durability and a cohesive aesthetic. These material choices provide high performance against the region’s challenging climate while enhancing the building’s harmonious relationship with its surroundings. The balanced use of horizontal and vertical lines establishes a rhythmic composition that references Rize’s layered topography. As a result, the building emerges with a clean, strong character that both reflects its geographical context and expresses a modern architectural approach.

The Armerun Project is a hotel and restaurant development in the Šibenik region of Croatia. I designed the outdoor restaurant area, consisting of two distinct zones: Bronzin and Buta. Bronzin (222.80 m²) serves as a vibrant bar and dining area with flexible seating for both individuals and groups.
Buta (80.88 m²) offers a more intimate atmosphere—functioning as a cozy breakfast lounge by day and transforming into a wine tasting space by night. All furniture and materials were selected or custom-designed for outdoor durability, using treated wood, powder-coated metal, and weather-resistant fabrics. The warm color palette—terracotta, sandy beige, olive, and bronze—was inspired by the Croatian summer and blends seamlessly with the Mediterranean setting.

X-IST Hotel is located in Istanbul’s Maslak district, one of the city’s busiest business hubs, characterized by constant movement and dense daily circulation. Originally an old bank building, the structure has been renovated into a hotel designed for guests who seek the comfort and warmth of a home while being away from their own. During the design process, two existing plans were overlaid, and the upper plan was rotated by 30 degrees to generate a new spatial order. The main intention was to break the rigid 90-degree geometry of the existing structure and establish a refreshed, more fluid layout. Through this rotation, a system that creates a “plan within a plan” was achieved. The design aims to provide an environment where guests can find a piece of themselves and feel at home. Additionally, considering the dynamic character of Maslak, the project brings the outside energy into the interior. By using varying levels, diverse spatial forms, and distinct areas, a dynamic and engaging atmosphere is created throughout the hotel.

Neighborhood is located in a significant part of Üsküdar, one of Istanbul’s oldest districts that reflects the city’s identity, culture, and historical continuity. As a neighbourhood that has preserved its traditional character, Üsküdar continues to evoke concepts such as solidarity, companionship, sharing, belonging, and sincerity. In line with this cultural background, the existing structure—originally a historic flour factory—has been reinterpreted and transformed into a contemporary cultural center. During the transformation process, the building’s authentic character was preserved, and the historical texture of the walls was left untouched. Inside the structure, a steel skeletal system was introduced without interfering with the existing shell; this system was designed through a solid–void approach, becoming an architectural expression in itself. As a result, the building gained a sculptural quality, and each element of the structural frame evolved into an individual display unit. The design language translates the dynamics of the neighbourhood concept—proximity and distance, sharing and boundaries—into the spatial experience through architectural recesses, defined voids, and layered compositions. This approach both highlights the building’s historical identity and provides a flexible environment that supports contemporary modes of use.

Located in Rize, this three-story villa has been specially designed to meet the needs of three families living together. The residence includes two spacious living rooms, two functional kitchens, two guest restrooms, and six private bathrooms, in addition to a laundry room and a storage area that enhance everyday practicality. Each floor has been uniquely arranged in line with the preferences of the residents, ensuring both personal comfort and a balanced aesthetic and functional harmony between levels. Materials such as wood, lacquer, marble, and metal have been carefully blended, combining the warmth of natural textures with modern and sophisticated details. This design appr oach creates a home that is both in viting and imbued with a c ontemporary and striking atmosphere.

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

📧​info@onaspace.com
📞​+90 5542457744