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Sema Yazici Receives the Bronze A' Design Award for Modern And Timeless Residence in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Sema Yazici for interior space and exhibition design
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Modern And Timeless Residence by Sema Yazici, designed for Sakura Architecture, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Bronze A' Design Award Explained
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About Modern And Timeless Residence
Modern and Timeless is the interior design of a family villa in Istanbul. The residence has a net indoor area of 475 square meters and is arranged over three levels, with five bedrooms and one living room. The living room has a high ceiling and a gallery void, with a marble fireplace that rises to the full height of the void. Italian ceramics were used in the kitchen and wet areas, and light wooden parquet in the rooms and corridors. All furniture was newly produced for the project. The aim was a simple, comfortable and lasting atmosphere for each family member.
About Sema Yazici
Sema Yazıcı graduated from Maltepe University, Department of Interior Architecture in 2004. Following her graduation, she gained experience in both design studios and construction companies, collaborating with numerous international brands throughout her career. She later obtained a Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate, further broadening her expertise in project execution and management. After 15 years of professional experience in the private sector, she co-founded Sakura Architecture in 2018 with her sister and fellow interior architect, Yadigar Tanrıverdi.
Award Record
This recognition makes Sema Yazici a winner of 3 A' Design Awards. All of the awards belong to the 2024 - 2025 edition of the A' Design Award & Competition.
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. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Entries typically include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. Awarded interior designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/169546
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169546
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169546
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/358648
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://sakuramimarlik.com/
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Modern And Timeless Residence
- Function
- Residence
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Dark Gray, Saddle Brown, Silver and Dark Goldenrod
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Sakura Architecture
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Sema Yazici
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169546
Credits
- Team
- Sakura Architecture Team Members, Yadigar Tanriverdi and Nurten Ozek Yildiz
- Image Credits
- Ali Bekman
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The homeowners desired a comfortable, functional, and simple space for each family member. In response, a minimalist and timeless atmosphere was created through modern design elements and carefully selected colors. All furniture and furnishings were newly produced to align with the design concept, resulting in an elegant and cozy home that exudes a sense of lived-in warmth.
- Inspiration
- Designed with a modern and timeless approach, the villa project in Zekeriyakoy harmonizes with the simplicity of nature while embodying comfort, elegance, and a lasting aesthetic. Open spaces, gallery voids, and natural materials were thoughtfully integrated to create a seamless connection between the interior and exterior, ensuring a comfortable and functional living environment.
- Research
- This residence embodies a modern and timeless design, where a simple and minimal approach was adopted to prioritize aesthetics and comfort in line with the homeowners' needs. Personalized comfort areas were created by integrating modern, functional, and luxurious design elements, resulting in a cohesive and enduring design language.
- Challenge
- Considering the homeowners' needs, it was essential to create practical, stylish, and functional spaces. A timeless atmosphere was achieved through the use of natural materials, simple forms, and a balanced color palette, all harmonized within an aesthetic and modern design approach.
- Realization and Technology
- Italian ceramics were chosen for the kitchen and wet areas, while light-colored wooden parquet was used in the rooms and corridors to enhance warmth and natural texture. Furniture was designed with a combination of natural wood veneer and lacquered finishes, ensuring soft and seamless transitions. Wallpaper with dynamic patterns was applied in various spaces, adding energy to the home and breaking visual monotony. Modern lighting fixtures were integrated with ceiling and wall moldings to create a cohesive design. Porcelain surfaces, known for their hygienic and contemporary appeal, were used for bathroom and kitchen countertops.
- Operation and Interaction
- The living room, overlooking the green space and pool, serves as the heart of the home with its high ceilings and gallery void. The fireplace, designed to warm the entire space, is clad in marble and extends to the full height of the gallery void, seamlessly integrating the seating and dining areas. A mirror above the fireplace enhances the sense of depth. The combination of parquet flooring, a marble fireplace, wall moldings, and modern lighting elements aim to create an elegant and contemporary ambiance. While white tones dominate the interior, select pieces in vibrant colors add a dynamic touch.
- Project Duration and Location
- This project was completed in February 2021 in Istanbul/Zekeriyakoy.
- Specifications
- This villa has a net indoor area of 475 square meters, complemented by a 500 square meters garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The residence, consisting of five bedrooms and one living room, is structured across three levels: basement, ground floor, and upper floor. The ground floor includes the living room, kitchen, dining area, winter garden, and a guest bedroom. The upper floor features the master bedroom with a walk-in closet and two children's rooms. The basement houses a staff room, a hobby area, and a relaxation space (mancave).
- Keywords
- Villa, residence, family house, timeless, modern, places with a story
