Press Release
Pinar Gorpeoglu Receives the Silver A' Design Award for Piccola Play Cafe in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
The international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Pinar Gorpeoglu for interior space and exhibition design
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ Piccola Play Cafe by Pinar Gorpeoglu, designed for Pınar Görpeoğlu, has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Silver A' Design Award
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
About Piccola Play Cafe
Piccola is a play cafe designed to feel like people are stepping into a lively carnival city. The design combines storytelling and architecture to create an immersive experience. From the carousel-shaped ceiling light to the city skyline-inspired wall panels and mirror surfaces creating captivating illusions, every detail adds to the atmosphere. It stands out by sticking to its theme throughout, creating a space that's both creative and practical for both parents and children.
About Pinar Gorpeoglu
Pınar Gorpeoglu graduated from the Department of Architecture at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in Istanbul. Afterward, she worked for five years as a Project Manager. She later pursued a master's degree in Interior Architecture at the Istituto Europeo Di Design in Milan, actively collaborating with Italian brands. Returning from Italy in 2010, she founded her own architectural firm, overseeing both domestic and international projects since. Her expertise in children's spaces has made her a preferred choice by brands in Turkey. As a travel enthusiast who has traveled to 35 countries, she finds joy in drawing inspiration from various cultures.
Award Record
With this recognition, Pinar Gorpeoglu is a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award
The A' Interior Design Award is an international interior design competition recognizing good interior designs by interior designers and architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Typical entries include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. The awarded interior designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/156285
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/156285
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!156285
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/350825
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://pinargorpeoglu.com/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Piccola Play Cafe
- Function
- Play Cafe
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Midnight Blue, Dark Slate Gray, Black, Saddle Brown and Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Pınar Görpeoğlu
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Pinar Gorpeoglu
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #156285
Credits
- Image Credits
- PHOTOS : CANSU AYDURAN VIDEO : BERKAY GULUM
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This Carnival City-themed play cafe, blends storytelling and architecture for an immersive experience. Its strength lies in creating an memorable journey through an mythical world, reflected in every space, starting with the facade. The intensity of the design varies in different zones depending on the main user, as children are meant to have fun and parents to take a break. Emphasizing a cohesive narrative and innovative spatial use sets Piccola apart in creativity, functionality and experience
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the lively atmosphere of the carnivals and the dynamic cityscapes. Architectural interpretations of the theme can be found in all elements such as a carousel-shaped ceiling light, façade and wall panels inspired by city silhouettes, reception desk lights inspired by chairoplanes and mirror surfaces which create dazzling illusions, such as half a Ferris wheel reflected to complete a circle, cleverly enhance spatial perception and make low rooms appear higher.
- Research
- We focused on architectural interpretations of both city and carnival themes. We used wall panels reminiscent of building facades to represent the texture of the city. At the same time, the main elements that symbolize the carnival, such as the carousel and the Ferris wheel, were integrated into the design to serve the project. Through these symbols, we aimed to create an impressive and harmonious environment with architectural elements where guests can have a fairy-tale experience.
- Challenge
- The areas on the basement floor with low ceilings needed to be made appealing and comfortable for both children and parents. This challenge had to be addressed without compromising the overall narrative of the design. As a solution, we decided to strategically use mirrors. Mirror surfaces and reflections completely transformed the feel of the space, making these areas appear larger and more spacious, enhancing the overall ambiance.
- Realization and Technology
- The façade, forming the foundation of the design, was intended to symbolize the transition from the real World to a fairy-tale realm. Fiber panels were digitally modeled in 1:1 scale and produced in layers to create a three-dimensional gateway. The integrated motors within the panels enabled specific areas, such as golden stars and the striped wheel, to slowly rotate with the subtle enchanting music which is created by the built in stereo system.
- Operation and Interaction
- The dynamic façade welcomes guests to the cafe area, featuring an inverted carousel in the center that creates a dazzling illusion with its own reflection on the mirror ceiling. Carousel guides people to the play area with illuminated arrows and carries them down the spiral staircase to the lower floor where interactive game walls engage children. While mirror panels inspire adults for creative photos, this dynamic use sets the design apart not only in creativity but also in interactive appeal.
- Project Duration and Location
- Project is located in Istanbul, Turkey and finished in September 2023.
- Specifications
- Project area : 700 square meters
- Keywords
- Play-cafe design, thematic interior, storytelling, carnival, city, mirrors, Carousel, playground, turkey, istanbul
