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Arkiteam Architecture Is Honored with the Silver A' Design Award for Rams City Sales Office in Architecture, Building and Structure Design
Arkiteam Architecture of Arkiteam acknowledged for architecture, building and structure design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Silver A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category for Rams City Sales Office by Arkiteam Architecture of Arkiteam, designed for Rams Global. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored 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.
Regarding Rams City Sales Office
Rams City is a sales office located in the historic district of Istanbul. The building combines arches and a central dome with a facade of concrete and steel. Precast concrete and metal framing form the arched and domed elements. A glass facade brings in natural light, while wood paneling and stone add warmth. A single tree stands at the entrance in a reinforced integrated planter. The open layout guides visitors toward the project model placed under the dome. Functional areas are integrated discreetly to protect privacy.
About Arkiteam
Arkiteam Architecture established in 2015 to focus providing innovative solutions, with its experienced and dynamic team. We offer architectural planning and interior design solutions for national and international projects.
Award Record
Arkiteam Architecture of Arkiteam is a winner of 7 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. The awards were granted between the 2015 - 2016 and the 2024 - 2025 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award
The A' Architecture Design Award is an international architectural design competition recognizing good architectural designs by best architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to architectural design studios, building contractors, structural engineering firms and architecture and design consultants from all countries. Typical entries include skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions and religious structures. The awarded architectural projects are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/architecture
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/168746
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/168746
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!168746
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/161644
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.arkiteam.com/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Rams City Sales Office
- Function
- Sales Office
- Category
- Architecture, Building and Structure Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture
- Colors
- Gainsboro, Dark Gray, Gray, Dim Gray and Dark Slate Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Rams Global
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Arkiteam Architecture
- Country
- Turkiye
- Brand
- Arkiteam
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #168746
Credits
- Team
- Enes Cicekci, Seda Dundar
- Image Credits
- Arkiteam Architects
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Rams City Sales Office is located in the historic district, blending modern design with old Istanbul architectural influences. The space features arches and a central dome, reflecting the grandeur of the heritage, while the lone tree at the entrance symbolizes respect for nature and invites warmth. The facade combines concrete and steel elements, achieving a perfect balance of simplicity, elegance, and strength. This design honors the past while embracing a contemporary, minimalist aesthetic.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by Istanbuls rich history, we incorporated Turkic influences with arches and domes as key elements. A lone tree at the entrance fosters a serene connection to nature. The facade blends concrete and steel, balancing tradition with modernity. This design honors the citys past while embracing its evolution, capturing a timeless yet innovative spirit.
- Research
- The research focused on integrating historic architectural references with contemporary design. Arches and a dome were strategically employed to reflect Old Turkic heritage, while modern materials like concrete and steel were used to balance tradition with simplicity. The use of nature and minimalistic design enhances the showrooms connection to its surroundings.
- Challenge
- The key challenge was merging historical influences with modern needs. Incorporating arches and a dome within a functional sales office required a careful balance between aesthetic homage and practical use. Additionally, ensuring privacy while maintaining an open and flowing space was a unique design hurdle.
- Realization and Technology
- The design integrates concrete and steel for durability, with arched and domed elements referencing old turkic architecture using lightweight precast concrete and metal framing. The glass facade maximizes natural light, while wood paneling and stone add warmth. A solitary tree at the entrance symbolizes respect for nature, planted in a reinforced integrated planter.
- Operation and Interaction
- The open layout facilitates smooth visitor flow, with the central dome drawing attention to the project model. The lone tree at the entrance creates a welcoming transition, while the space maintains an airy openness. Functional areas are discreetly integrated, ensuring privacy without compromising the overall flow.
- Project Duration and Location
- Located in Istanbuls historic district, Rams City Sales Office began in Jan 2024 and was completed in May 2024.
- Keywords
- Sales Office, Showroom, Retail, Arches, Dome, Concrete, Steel
