Press Release
Four Seasons R01 Residential Apartment by Escapefromsofa Is Granted the Bronze A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Escapefromsofa honored for interior space and exhibition design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 23, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ Four Seasons R01 Residential Apartment by Escapefromsofa, designed for Confidential, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2025 - 2026 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 scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
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.
Regarding Four Seasons R01 Residential Apartment
Four Seasons R01 by Escapefromsofa is a residential project designed as an intimate urban sanctuary. Natural materials such as oak, lime plaster, travertine and textured fabrics create a timeless atmosphere, while large openings connect the interiors with the private garden. Seamless spatial flow, modular seating and sculptural lighting transform daily rituals into refined experiences, offering a calm refuge within Istanbul's dynamic urban fabric.
About Escapefromsofa
Founded in Istanbul in 2009, escapefromsofa is a design studio specializing in interior and product design. We create high profile solutions that blend contextual and contemporary values, aiming to craft meaningful experiences for clients and their audiences. Focused on simplicity and detail, we enjoy exploring new materials and technologies.
Award Record
Escapefromsofa is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
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/176770
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/176770
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!176770
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/223269
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://escapefromsofa.com/projects/four-seasons-r01
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
- Four Seasons R01 Residential Apartment
- Function
- Residential Apartment
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Saddle Brown, Black, Sienna and Maroon
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Confidential
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Escapefromsofa
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #176770
Credits
- Team
- Mahmut Kefeli, Kerem Ercin, Irem Baser, Begum Es
- Image Credits
- Ibrahim Ozbunar
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Four Seasons R01 is a residential project by escapefromsofa, envisioned as an intimate urban sanctuary where contemporary design meets the seasonal rhythm of nature. The re- sidence offers a warm, refined atmosphere that invites calm while embracing the quiet energy of the city.
- Inspiration
- Four Seasons R01 was conceived as a refined response to Istanbul's fast rhythm a residence where luxury and sophisticated living meet calm and privacy. Expansive openings, natural materials, and seamless spatial flow connect life to the seasons, while repeating rhythmic details create a sense of harmony and continuity. Design here is not only shelter, but rhythm itself: purposeful, elegant, and perfectly tuned to contemporary urban living.
- Research
- Four Seasons R01 xplores how contemporary living can harmonize with the natural rhythm of the seasons in an urban context. The research focused on creating a calm, tactile atmosphere through natural materials, layered textures, and light interaction. Spatial flow was studied to encourage intuitive daily rituals while maintaining refined elegance. The result is a residence that blends comfort, flexibility, and timeless design, offering a sanctuary within the dense fabric of Istanbul.
- Challenge
- The main challenge was to design an intimate urban residence that balances contemporary comfort with the rhythm of nature. Integrating large openings and natural materials within a dense city context required careful study of light, privacy, and spatial flow. Another challenge was achieving flexibility without compromising elegance addressed through modular furniture, layered textures, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
- Realization and Technology
- Four Seasons R01 achieves its aesthetic through the harmony of structure, finish, and craftsmanship. Oak, lime plaster, onyx, and textured fabrics compose a refined material palette, animated by daylight entering through large balcony openings. The emotional appeal lies in its calm, sophisticated atmosphere, where repeating rhythmic details create continuity and a subtle sense of luxury. The design highlights the dialogue between solid structural elements and finely executed interior details, celebrating artisanal skill in bespoke cabinetry, modular seating, and sculptural lighting. The result is a residence where elegance, function, and material honesty converge seamlessly.
- Operation and Interaction
- Four Seasons R01 is designed with a seamless flow, where spaces transition intuitively from living to dining and into the garden. Large openings invite natural light and seasonal changes, creating a constant dialogue between interior and exterior. Modular seating and crafted details support flexible use, while subtle tones and textures foster calm interaction, turning daily routines into meaningful experiences.
- Project Duration and Location
- 18 Months, Istanbul, Turkey
- Specifications
- The residence features a layered material palette including oak, lime plaster, travertine, and textured fabrics. Large glazed openings connect the interiors to a private garden, maximizing daylight and seasonal interaction. Custom modular seating, handcrafted cabinetry, and sculptural lighting define the main living spaces. The layout is designed as an open flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas, enhancing comfort and intuitive use.
- Keywords
- Interior Design, Contemporary, Luxury Living, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, Contemporary Living, Urban Sanctuary, Seasonal Design, Natural Materials, Oak, Lime Plaster, Travertine, Modular Furniture, Sculptural Lighting, Istanbul, EscapeFromSofa
