March 22, 2026 | DESIGN & INTERIORS the SPIRES APARTMENT words YUZU Editorial photos Liza Gurovskaya A quiet negotiation between modern and classic. In Moscow’s Spires residential complex, this 130 m² apartment by Yulia Starikova, founder of Starikova Architects, starts with a straightforward move: combining two separate units into one. But what’s interesting is not the merge itself — it’s what follows. The plan doesn’t feel assembled. It settles. Circulation is loose, almost unforced, and the apartment reads as a continuous space rather than a sequence of rooms. You move through it without really noticing where one zone ends and another begins. HOLDING THE BALANCE The brief wasn’t entirely clear-cut. The client, used to the comfort of a private house, wanted something more modern — but not at the expense of familiarity. Instead of choosing one direction, the project stays in between. A modern classic, but without the usual weight. Lines are kept clean, details are reduced, but there’s still a sense of softness in how everything comes together. Nothing feels overly styled. Nothing feels stripped back either. It’s less about contrast, more about holding a certain balance and not pushing it too far. A SPACE THAT DOESN’T INSIST There’s no single moment that defines the apartment. It’s quieter than that. What holds it together is consistency — in proportion, in tone, in how materials are used. The space doesn’t try to impress. It just works, gradually. You start to notice how everything aligns, how nothing feels out of place.

March 15, 2026 | PEOPLE FORM-MAKER JAN ERNST words YUZU Editorial photos (Courtesy of Jan Ernst) Marguerite Oelofse, Suly Kuhn of Laaaik Social Media, Jan Ernst, Tijs Vervecken, Justin Craythorne production Karine Monié Jan Ernst’s objects at the intersection of art, architecture and nature. In the work of South African designer and artist Jan Ernst, objects rarely appear fully engineered. Instead, they feel as if they have quietly grown into being. Across ceramics, lighting and sculptural pieces, Ernst explores the delicate territory between structure and imagination—where architectural discipline meets the unpredictable logic of nature. Ernst approaches design with the curiosity of both an artist and an architect. Trained in architecture in Barcelona, shaped by an art residency in France and grounded in his life in South Africa, his work sits at the intersection of art, architecture and nature. Organic forms balance poetic expression with functional intent, drawing inspiration from the elegance of Art Nouveau and the dreamlike theatricality of Surrealism. “My work moves fluidly between disciplines: it is concept-driven and sculptural, but also often functional and rooted in material exploration,” Ernst explains. “I think there’s something powerful in that tension—between form and function, intuition and precision.” Through limited-edition works and bespoke commissions, Ernst aims to create objects that are both sculptural and functional, emotional yet timeless. With new collections, residencies and exhibitions planned throughout the year, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for the designer, whose practice is increasingly recognised within the evolving landscape of contemporary African design. A PRACTICE SHAPED BY LANDSCAPE Ernst’s relationship with form began long before architecture school. Growing up in an agricultural family in South Africa meant spending long hours outdoors, immersed in nature and observing the rhythms of growth, decay and seasonal change. “That upbringing instilled in me a deep sensitivity to organic form and the rhythms of growth and decay—something that continues to shape my work today,” he says. Frequent moves during childhood also exposed him to the diverse landscapes of South Africa—from coastal stretches to arid plains and fertile valleys. These shifting environments shaped his sensitivity to form, texture and the relationship between objects and space. Later, Ernst completed his Master’s degree in architecture in Barcelona, where the influence of Antoni Gaudí proved formative. “My time there expanded my understanding of how art, architecture, and environment can merge into something poetic and sculptural,” he says. After several years working in luxury residential architecture, Ernst began to feel drawn toward a more tactile form of expression. “That led me to ceramics and sculpture—mediums that allowed me to work more intuitively, and to reconnect with the raw, hands-on creativity I experienced as a child,” he explains. “Today, my practice is an ongoing exploration of the intersection between architecture, nature, and emotional form.” OBJECTS THAT CARRY ATMOSPHERE For Ernst, design is not only about form but about the atmosphere an object can create. He is interested in how objects hold memory, evoke mood and carry a quiet narrative through their material presence. Each piece is shaped through a balance between intention and instinct.“Every curve, cavity, and surface is intentional, yet guided by intuition—allowing space for imperfection, spontaneity, and surprise,” he says. “My practice is about creating forms that feel alive—objects that speak to their environment and invite contemplation, whether they live in a private home, a museum, or a wild, open landscape.” MATERIAL EXPLORATION Ceramics has always been at the heart of Ernst’s practice, but the studio’s material vocabulary has gradually expanded in recent years. A few years ago, Ernst began incorporating bronze into his work, creating a dialogue between ceramic’s grounded matte surface and bronze’s reflective fluidity. One of the first explorations was TIDE, a limited-edition series of candelabras inspired by the movement of ocean currents. Plaster entered the practice as a way to explore larger, more fluid forms. Ernst’s first plaster piece—a sculptural coffee table—demonstrated how structural clarity and poetic expression could coexist at a greater scale. The studio has also experimented with woven Imisi grass, a material deeply rooted in the Cape Town region where it grows naturally. Working with local artisans who have developed their own weaving traditions around the grass, Ernst and his team created pieces that feel both ancient and contemporary. A CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN PERSPECTIVE Ernst sees his work as part of a broader conversation around contemporary African design—one that brings together heritage and innovation. “I believe my work epitomizes contemporary African design because it celebrates the continent’s rich cultural legacy while pushing it into new, dynamic territories,” he says. Growing up in South Africa fostered a strong connection to land, craft traditions and storytelling. At the same time, Ernst’s international education and exhibitions have positioned his work within a global design dialogue. “My work reflects the rich traditions of craftsmanship and storytelling that Africa has long been known for, but it also embraces the global contemporary design landscape,” he explains. A PALETTE DRAWN FROM THE EARTH Colour plays a quiet yet deliberate role in Ernst’s work. Rather than dominating the objects, it reinforces their sculptural presence. His palette is largely inspired by tones found in nature: soft whites, deep charcoals, earthy terracottas and muted metallics. “These colours evoke a sense of timelessness and refined simplicity, complementing the sculptural forms and textures of the pieces,” Ernst says. Ultimately, Ernst sees himself less as a designer defined by discipline and more as a maker of forms. “I think of myself as a form-maker,” he says. “Using whatever language—be it art, design, or architecture—to explore ideas and evoke feelings. Whether a piece is collectible design, a sculptural object, or a functional light, it begins with the same intention: to create something meaningful and enduring.”

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December 23, 2025 | DESIGN & INTERIORS INSIDE a REPULSE BAY DUPLEX words YUZU Editorial photos Courtesy of Clement C Studio production Karine Monié Set above Repulse Bay, this duplex apartment in Hong Kong unfolds as a quiet study in balance, tactility and flow. Designed by Clement C Studio, the project approaches domestic space as a sequence of carefully calibrated moments—softened edges, layered surfaces and deliberate pauses. The apartment looks out toward the crescent-shaped shoreline of Repulse Bay, framed by mountain views that shift with the day’s light. Inside, the atmosphere mirrors its setting: calm, continuous and subtly sculptural. Completed in just two months, the interior relies on restraint rather than excess, allowing material choices and spatial transitions to define the experience. Movement through the home is shaped by rounded corners and flowing wall panels that soften thresholds and slow the pace. Staircase landings and corridor edges are treated as moments of pause, while an archway between the living and dining areas opens the main structural wall. The staircase itself becomes a sculptural transition between the social spaces below and the private quarters above. Materiality underpins this sense of continuity. Marble surfaces, textured wall finishes and sculptural lighting establish a calm rhythm, while generous wall planes host restrained, zen-like artworks. Detailing in the paneling and stair construction adds subtle depth without visual excess. The palette moves between taupe, grey and bronze—muted tones that bring warmth to a contemporary framework. Texture paint is used extensively, catching and diffusing light throughout the day. In the bathrooms, full-body travertine basins introduce an artisanal weight, their organic forms echoing the apartment’s softened geometry. Across panels and furniture, wood-grain film is used for its durability and consistency. Common in Japanese residential and hospitality interiors, it resists humidity and UV exposure while maintaining a natural appearance, contributing to the home’s calm visual continuity. Lighting is treated as a spatial tool rather than an accent. A sculptural pendant anchors the main living area, while smaller fixtures trace circulation routes, casting gentle shadows across textured surfaces and enhancing depth without disrupting the overall quiet. Rather than pursuing drama, this interior finds its strength in measured decisions and tactile clarity. Architecture, material and light work quietly together, shaping a contemporary domestic environment defined by flow, restraint and calm.

September 2023 | Design & Interiors english below MODELHANE Farklı bir ofis+atölye words Alp Tekin photos Kadir Aşnaz B ennu Tunç Yaşar, Lara Hekimoğlu Şen ve Süreyya Güven tarafından kurulan Podna Mimarlık’ın son projesi Modelhane, hem ofis hem de çanta üretim atölyesi olarak tasarlanmış bir proje. Modelhane üç ana mekandan oluşuyor: Toplantı odası ile sergileme alanı, çalışma masaları ve kesim bölümü. Podna ekibi tasarım sürecinde mekan içinde görüşü engellemeyen, ama mekanları kendi içinde birbirinden ayrıştıran bir yöntem benimsemiş. Tavandaki brüt beton sistemi ile uyumlu olacak şekilde, farklı geometri içeren tuğlalar kullanılarak, hem çanta sergileme alanı hem de ofis ve atölye bölümlerini ayırmak için seperatörler tasarlanmış. Üretim tarafında çalışma masaları ve atölyeyi ayrıştırmak için yarı geçirgen malzeme seçimi ile silüet görüntüsü elde edilmiş. Podna ekibi proje için şöyle konuşuyor: “Modelhane sade, hafif ve geçirgen mekan kurgusu ile üretim atölyesine yeni bir bakış açısı getirmeyi hedefledi” A different office+workshop M odelhane, the latest project of Podna Architecture, founded by Bennu Tunç Yaşar, Lara Hekimoğlu Şen and Süreyya Güven, is a project designed both as an office and a bag production workshop. The model shop consists of three main spaces: the meeting room and the exhibition area , the work desks and the cutting section. During the design process, the Podna team adopted a method that does not obstruct the view within the space, but separates the spaces from each other. In harmony with the exposed concrete system on the ceiling, using bricks with different geometries, separators have been designed to separate both the bag display area and the office and workshop sections. On the production side, a silhouette image is obtained with the choice of semi-permeable materials to separate the work desks and the workshop. The Podna team talks about the project as follows: “The modelhane aimed to bring a new perspective to the production workshop with its plain, light and permeable space setup”.

Mart 2021 | Tasarım | Dünya ‘Bu yaz uzayda tatil planım var’ Yazı | Sinem Işık H azır olun, bu cümleyi 2027’den sonra sıkça duymaya başlayabiliriz. Çünkü Gateway adlı vakıf, Voyager Station adlı uzaydaki ilk oteli 2027'de açacağını duyurdu! Şöyle ki: Voyager Station, kendisini “dünyanın ilk büyük ölçekli uzay inşaat şirketi” olarak tanımlayan Orbital Assembly Corporation tarafından inşa edilecek. Plana göre 50 bin metrekarelik tesisin inşası 2026’da başlayacak. Bu hesapla koca istasyon ve oteli bir yılda bitirecekler. Yani Ali Ağaoğlu’ndan bile daha hızlılar diyebiliriz! Otel açıldığında 440 odaya sahip olacak. Dönen halka şeklindeki formu olan istasyonun yerçekimi ise Dünya'nın altıda birine eşit olacak. 2019 yılında Von Braun Uzay İstasyonu olarak adlandırılan uzay oteli tasarımını ortaya çıkarmış kıdemli tasarım mimarı Tim Alatorre’ye göre, “uzaya gitmek insanların tatilleri için artık yeni bir seçenek olacak”. Tim Alatorre projenin amacının uzay istasyonlarını herkes için erişilebilir hale getirmek olduğunu açıklıyor. Yine de o “erişilebilirlik” tartışılır tabii. Herkesin erişemeyeceği ortada. Ama Alatorre bizden daha umutlu: “Genel maliyetler hâlâ çok yüksek olduğu için çoğu insan uzay turizminin yalnızca süper zenginler tarafından kullanılabileceğini varsayıyor. Ancak Gateway Vakfı'nın uzay yolculuğunu herkese açık hale getirme hedefi var”. Unutmadan: Voyager İstasyonu bir hafta, bir ay ya da kalıcı olarak kiralanabilecek 500 metrekarelik lüks villaları da barındıracak. Yani uzayda bile dünyadaki pazarlama istemi geçerli olacak gibi görünüyor!

Mayıs 2020 | Art | Türkiye Mahremiyeti sorgulamak daha erotik Yazı | Alp Tekin İ nsan, beden, et, kimlik, deri, kıl, yara, kusur, uzuv, cinsiyet, mahrem, estetik, toplum, politika, saklanmak, utanmak, kaçmak, dokunmak, tanışmak, düşünmek ve barışmak üzerine görsel hikâyeler... Hakan Sorar, 30 mayısta Pg Art Gallery’de online olarak açılacak “Through the Skin” adlı sergisini böyle tanımlıyor. Ağırlıklı olarak siyah beyaz fotoğrafların yer aldığı sergi VR gözlüklerle de gezilebilecek. Sorar, bizi nasıl bir dijital sergi beklediğini şöyle özetliyor: “Tam anlamıyla sanal bir sergi oluşturmak önceliğimiz oldu. Sanatçı/ tasarımcı Ahmet Rüstem, Through the Skin serisine özel sanal bir mekân tasarladı ve bunu 3D olarak modelledi. Eserler dijital ortamda bu sanal galeriye yerleştirilerek bir seçki yapıldı. Böylece tüm eserler ve mekân 360 derece deneyimlenecek hale geldi”. “PUSUDAKİ TEN” AKLA GELİYOR Sorar’ın sergisinin ana teması ‘beden’. “İdeali yansıtmayan, eril gücün normatif değerlerine karşı olan bedenlere dair bir derdim hep vardı” diyor Sorar. Bu nedenle sanatsal pratiğini beden, kimlik, iktidar, cinsiyet kavramları, beden/nesne ve beden/mekân ilişkisi etrafındaki sorgulamalar üzerine şekillendirmiş. Bu noktada Mehmet Ergüven’in deneme kitabı “Pusudaki Ten” geliyor akla. 1998’de ilk baskısı yapıldığında yasaklanan bu kitaba meftun olanlar bilirler; bedenin mahrem bahçelerine özgürce dalarak çimenlerin üzerine basmakta sakınca görmemiştir Ergüven. Sorar’ın işleri de bu sakıncasız hali vurgular gibi: “Bedenle olan derdimden hareketle yeşeren Through the Skin serisinin sunduğu anonim bedenler, toplumsal alandaki çeşitli baskı mekanizmalarınca üretilen normalleştirme, idealize etme, ıslah etme, şekillendirme, ve örtme pratiklerine gözünü dikiyor”. Peki beden mahrem kaldıkça mı erotik yoksa mahremi çözüldükçe mi? Sorar’ın buna yanıtı şöyle oluyor: “Mahremiyeti sorgulama, sınırlarını araştırıp aşma halinin daha erotik olduğunu düşünüyorum” “BEDEN BUNLARDAN BAĞIMSIZ DEĞİL” Kıl, yara, fazla kilonun katlanmış hali... Söylediği gibi ideal bedenin peşinde değil Hakan Sorar. Bu konuda çok net: “Her bedenin biricik ve tekil olduğunu, bedenin kıl, yara, delik, kıvrım ve kırışıklık gibi çirkin/iğrenç olarak adlandırılan her şeyden bağımsız olamayacağını düşünüyorum”. “Neden erkek bedeni?” sorusuna Sorar’ın yanıtı incelikli ve düşündürücü: “Bu seride eril aklın ‘erkeklik’ atfettiği bedenleri görüyoruz. Maksadım, herhangi bir beden formunu, cinsiyeti, kimliği yüceltmek değil. Tam aksine bedenin kendi olma hali üzerinde durmak… Fotoğrafladığım bedenler, cinsiyet ve kimlikten azade, benim için herhangi bir bedeni temsil ediyor. Bir bedenin potansiyelinin, kadın/erkek gibi her türlü ikiliğin ötesinde olduğunu düşünüyorum. Sanatsal pratiğimde norm dışı tüm bedenlere dokunmak ve yer vermek istiyorum”. “ÇİRKİN, ŞİŞMAN, YAŞLI” DİYEN O BASKIN DİL Fotoğrafları içerisinde kendi beden parçalarına da yer veren Sorar, toplumun bedene bakış açısını ise şöyle değerlendiriyor: “Kişiye bedeninin, ‘çirkin’, ‘şişman’, ‘yaşlı’ ve birçok noktada ‘iğrenç’ olduğunu söyleyen baskın bir toplumsal dil var. Bu da haliyle bedenlerle barışmamızı olanaksız hale getiriyor”. ART | Kategorinin diğer yazıları ‘Resimlerin kendi içinde tedirgin olmasını önemsiyorum’ Mahremiyeti sorgulamak daha erotik Yuzu & nom-studios sunar ‘LOOP’ sergisi Kemal Özen "Gam'zede" Online Sergi Hangi yetişkin bir ‘Gam’zede’ değil ki artık? Ali Elmacı’nın atölye günleri notları May Parlar "Collective Solitude" Online Sergi Lara Kamhi’yle paradokslar ve izolasyon üzerine... BASE’in yeni dijital projesi yakında Sessiz Odanın Çığlığı İtalya’daki müzeden salgına bakınca… Yıldızı daha da parlayacak: Salman Toor Online açılış yapan İstanbullu sergi

February 2024 | Design & Interiors english below A WELLNESS HOME based on feng shui principles words Alp Tekin Y in&Yang ve Feng Shui felsefesine göre tasarlanan Vancouver’ın Kitsilano tarafında yer alan bu ev projesinin iç dizaynı Kalu Interiors’a ait. Hem sakin hem de enerji dolu bir ambiyansa sahip evin estetiğinden odalardaki renk paletine kadar her şey Feng Shui ilkelerinden ilham alınarak yapılmış. Evin ana alanları için siyah ve beyaz tercih edilmiş. Kalu Interiors’dan Phyllis Lui, "Hem zarif hem abartısız, dramatik bir alan yaratmak istedik" diyor. K alu Interiors designed the interior of this home in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood based on the principles of Yin&Yang and Feng Shui. With an ambiance that is both serene and energetic, everything from the aesthetics to the color palette of the rooms is inspired by Feng Shui principles. Black and white were chosen for the main areas of the home. "We wanted to create a dramatic space that was both elegant and understated,” says Phyllis Lui of Kalu Interiors. “In each and every room, they are interesting items and objects that show the personality of the homeowners. For instance, in the powder room, the flowers are planted into a shoe. In the playroom, there is a cheeky monkey motif coming off the wallpaper on the ceiling. In the living room, the throw and pillows add an extra level of quirkiness and interest to the space”.

Şubat 2022 | Tasarım | Türkiye for english click here Usdesign’dan dinamik bir ofis tasarımı Yazı | Alp Tekin İ ç mimar ve tasarımcı Alp Usluduran’ın mimarlık ofisi Usdesign’ın son projelerinden biri YNS yaşam teknolojileri. Bu ofis projesi için oluşturdukları bakışı açısını şöyle anlatıyor Alp Usluduran: “Ofis tasarımlarında kurguladığımız enerjik ve samimi tasarım dille çalışma ortamlarını daha eğlenceli hale getirmeyi hedefliyoruz. YNS, hastanelere tedarik ettiği test kitleri ve teknolojik ekipmanlarla sağlık sektöründe önemli rol oynayan bir şirket. Ofisin kurumsal kimliğini oluştururken sağlıklı olmak ve sağlıklı hissetmek gibi tanımları ele alarak yola çıktık. Mekanda doğayı anımsatacak renklere, doğal malzemelere, doğayı yansıtacak organik ve yumuşak formlara yer verdik”. MEKANDAKİ BÜYÜKLÜK ALGISI Toplam 125 metrekarelik YNS ofisini tasarlarken kalıplaşmış iç mimari planlamalardan uzaklaşmak istemiş Alp Usluduran. Bu nedenle ofisin mekan sirkülasyonunu oluştururken 55 derecelik açılar ve ofisin tasarım dilinin temelini oluşturan organik formlarla mekan hissiyatını büyütmeyi yeğlemiş. Mekandaki mimari sirkülasyona göre konumlandırılan sabit mobilyalar da bu geometrik dile hizmet eden yönlendiriciler. Özellikle mobilyalarda kullanılan tasarım dili de mekandaki büyüklük algısını artıran temel öğeler olmuş. YEŞİLİN TONLARI “Ofisin yeşil tonlarındaki renkleri hem şirketin hizmet verdiği sağlık sektörüne vurgu yapıyor hem de doğayı çağrıştırıyor” diyor Usluduran. “Temizlik ve sağlığı vurgulayan beyaz rengin yoğunlukta olduğu bir atmosferi ise özellikle planladık. Mekana dinamizm ve canlılık sağlamak amacıyla, özellikle ön plana çıkması istenen alanları somon renginin farklı bir tonu ile vurguladık. Doğallığı hissettirmek için ise mobilya tasarımları masif meşe ağacı ile harmanlandı. Mekan içerisinde bolca kullanılan tropik bitkilerle mekana enerji ve canlılık vermeyi hedefledik” A dynamic office design from Usdesign Words | Alp Tekin O ne of the latest projects of Usdesign, the architectural office of interior architect and designer Alp Usluduran, is YNS living technologies. Alp Usluduran explains the perspective they created for this office project as follows: “We aim to make working environments more enjoyable with the energetic and friendly design language we have built in office designs. YNS is a company that plays an important role in the health sector with the test kits and technological equipment it supplies to hospitals. While creating the corporate identity of the office, we started out by considering definitions such as being healthy and feeling healthy. We have included colors, natural materials, and organic and soft forms that will reflect nature in the space.” While designing the 125 square meter YNS office, Alp Usluduran wanted to move away from stereotyped interior design plans. For this reason, while creating the space circulation of the office, it preferred to enlarge the sense of space with 55-degree angles and organic forms that form the basis of the office's design language. Fixed furniture positioned according to the architectural circulation in the space are also routers that serve this geometric language. The design language used especially in furniture has also been the main element that increases the perception of size in the space. Çapa 4

January 2024 | Design & Interiors english below Zen feeling and spectacular views BAJA CALIFORNIA HOUSE words Stefan D. Greco B aja California Sur'un (Meksika) yüksek engebeli güney kıyı dağlarının üzerinde yer alan bu ev projesinin mimarı tasarımı Arturo Ponce de León ve Ivette A. Barragán’ın mimarlık ofisi Ponce de Leon Barragan Arquitectos’a ait. Evin iç tasarımını ise Rania Nasser’ın RN Interior Design ofisi yapmış. Olağanüstü bir konumda yer alan projedeki tüm tavanlar Endonezya tik ağacıyla kaplanmış. Mimari ahşap türleri, kaplamalar ve doğal taşların tamamı ise Meksika’dan. Bu benzersiz palet çağdaş İtalyan mobilyaları ve özenle seçilmiş sanat eserleriyle bir araya getirilmiş. “İstinat duvarları doğrusal bir düzenlemeyi takip ediyor ve lokal bir taş ocağı kaplamasıyla süslendi” diyor mimar Arturo Ponce de León. “Ayrıca doğal bitki örtüsü ve kayalar duvarların üzerinde yeniden konumlandırıldı. Bu duvarlardan ayrılan ev, havaya yükselmiş hissi veren ve dışa doğru çıkıntı yapan konsollarla büyüyüp genişledi. “Amaç sakin bir dinlenme ortamı yaratmaktı. Bu nedenle derinlik için zengin dokular ve tek renkli desenlerle katmanlandırılmış nötr bir paleti tercih ettik” diyor Rania Nasser: “Sıcaklık katmak için evin tamamında sıcak ahşap tonlarını tercih ettik. Lüks bir otelde tatildeymiş gibi hissettiren bir atmosfer yaratmak istedim” Arturo Ponce de León, “Hem zen benzeri hem de özel bir dinlenme yeri olarak işlev görebilecek ve gerektiğinde büyük toplantılara ev sahipliği yapmak ve önemli sayıda konuğu ağırlamak için canlı bir sosyal alana dönüşebilecek bir tasarım yaratmamız gerekiyordu" diyor. “Ayrıca özel misafirlere ve iş toplantılarına da uyarlanabilir olması gerekiyordu”. L ocated high in the rugged southern coastal mountains of Baja California Sur (Mexico), the architectural design of this house project belongs to Ponce de Leon Barragan Arquitectos, the architectural office of Arturo Ponce de León and Ivette A. Barragán. The interior design of the house was made by Rania Nasser's RN Interior Design office. Located in an extraordinary location, all ceilings in the project are covered with Indonesian teak wood. All architectural wood types, veneers and natural stones are from Mexico. This unique palette is combined with contemporary Italian furniture and carefully selected artworks. “The retaining walls follow a linear arrangement and are adorned with locally sourced quarry stone cladding” says architect Arturo Ponce de León. “Native vegetation and boulders were re-positioned over the walls. Departing from these walls, the home grows and expands by a composition of horizontal architectural planes with overlapping cantilevers that project outwards providing a sense of lightness and levitation”. “The brief was to create a tranquil retreat so we opted for a neutral palette layered with rich textures and monochromatic patterns for interest and depth,” says Rania Nasser. “To add warmth, we chose warm wood tones throughout the home. I wanted to create an atmosphere where one felt as though they were on vacation at a luxury resort and wanted to linger”. “We needed to create a design that could function as both a zen-like and private retreat and, when necessary, transform into a vibrant social space for hosting large gatherings and entertaining a significant number of guests,” says Arturo Ponce de León. “Additionally, it had to be adaptable for special guests and business gatherings”.

August 7, 2025 | DESIGN & INTERIORS a QUIET CONVERSATION with SPACE words Karine Monie photos Lacey Land interior design Joshua Rice Design Tucked inside a refined building designed in the 1980s by Dallas modernist icon Bud Oglesby, this 2,400-square-foot home in Uptown Dallas offers more than just elegant proportions and natural light. It’s a space that holds memory—both architectural and personal. Designed by Joshua Rice for a young woman deeply involved in the arts and early childhood education, the apartment was imagined as a quietly confident home, free from trends yet rich in substance. “From the beginning, the goal was to create something enduring,” Rice explains. “A space where form and feeling are in quiet dialogue.” ROOTED IN LEGACY The building’s original architecture served as both foundation and muse. With its balanced volumes, humble materials, and Oglesby’s signature restraint, Rice approached the project with reverence. “Every decision was filtered through a single lens: what to preserve, what to reinterpret, and how to let the space feel like her own.” While the home draws subtle references from early California and New Mexican modernism, the true inspiration was the client herself—a thoughtful, confident young woman raised in a family with deep ties to Dallas’s art and design community. “Her eye and intuition shaped everything,” Rice notes. “She trusted the process and embraced the nuance.” A FULL CIRCLE For Rice, the commission was also a quiet homecoming. Years earlier, fresh out of school and working as a design intern, he assisted on a project for the homeowner’s parents—known collectors and longtime supporters of architecture in Dallas. The kindness and grace they extended stayed with him. Now, years later, designing for their daughter felt like a closing loop. “This was more than a project,” he says. “It was a personal thank-you.” SOFT TONES, STRONG FOUNDATION The renovation honored the original footprint. Terracotta Saltillo tile was lovingly restored, while 1980s textures were smoothed into calm, museum-quality finishes. The materials palette—mineral-toned plaster, warm oak, patinated metals, and soft leathers—grounds the space with tactile richness and quiet confidence. Nowhere is the balance of proportion and material more evident than in the living room. A vintage Marenco Sofa by Arflex sits alongside a rare Moro Chair by Sebastian Herkner and a one-of-a-kind 11-foot aluminum cabinet by Jonathan Nesci. Paper lamps by Isamu Noguchi float like punctuation throughout. Elsewhere, a vintage Finn Juhl NV55chair, a Donald Judd 115 in copper, and a sculptural Onyx Gade table designed by Rice himself form an understated yet precise composition. The guest room, doubling as a library, introduces a bold note: a deep blue wall of bookcases anchoring the space. In contrast, the bedroom leans into softness, with Santa & Cole’s Tekiò lamp, vintage Franco Poli nightstands, and a Gervasoni Ghost Bed wrapped in calm, natural linens. TIMELESS, NOT TRENDY Throughout the home, restraint is intentional. “We wanted the space to unfold slowly,” Rice explains. “It shouldn’t overwhelm—it should reward attention.” Every element is purposeful, every material chosen for its longevity and aging potential. “It’s not about shouting,” he says. “It’s about resonance.” This is a space that honors the past, lives in the present, and quietly carries itself into the future. Understated, thoughtful, and deeply personal—it’s a portrait of design as reflection.

November 2021 | Botany ALEXANDER CAMPBELL an English Florist in Madrid Words Oktay Tutuş He’s only 25, and he’s making a living from flowers – and nailing it. Every day, Alexander Campbell showcases the beauty of his bouquets to his TikTok and Instagram followers, leaving no room for doubt about his talent. From an early age, he learned to appreciate the beauty of flowers while spending time with his grandmother. After deciding to turn his passion into a career, he enrolled in a three-year program at the London Flower School. Perhaps due to his love for the sun, he later moved to Madrid. Here, his days are spent creating stunning bouquets for clients and followers, teaching workshops on the art of floristry, meditating, and building his brand, AC Flower Studio. But don’t just glance at his extraordinary bouquets; they may carry hidden messages through the language of flowers, or "floriography," much like in Victorian England. According to Alexander, flowers have their own language, and what they convey is certainly worth noting—just like the stories Alexander tells. Was working with flowers or plants always your dream job? Not always. I’ve always loved flowers, and they’ve always played an important role in my life. A few years ago, I started searching for who I was and where I wanted to go in life. At that point, I decided to take my passion for flowers more seriously, which eventually turned into my full-time profession. How do you define your profession? Florist or floral designer? Florist or floral designer! Labels don’t really matter much to me. A MEDITATIVE BUBBLE How would you describe your relationship with plants and flowers? It’s very special. Growing up, flowers and gardens were always significant to me. Later on, they became a way for me to understand who I was and what I wanted to do with my life. Flowers also help my mental health because they allow me to enter a meditative “bubble” where my worries and struggles simply fade away. Why are you in Spain right now? I’ve always been truly happy in Spain, and that’s why I’m here now. I first came to Spain when I was 15 to stay with a Spanish family, and ever since that experience, it’s been a very special place for me. Can you name two flowers that, in your opinion, should never be in the same bouquet? Honestly, that’s impossible! I believe that with enough effort, anything can go together. What are the unique qualities that make you special? I can’t answer that! But I always strive to work authentically and with good intentions. If you work authentically, you eventually become unique over time. You must have a favorite flower or flowers… I get asked this question a lot, and it’s really hard to answer. There are so many different flowers out there that I can’t choose just one or two. My favorites change almost weekly. However, there are some I consistently use in my work—hydrangeas, statice, and roses are among my staples.

Ocak 2022 | Tasarım | Türkiye for english click here Moda’daki modern Paris apartmanı dairesi Yazı | Alp Tekin E rdem İşler ve Emre Özücoşkun’un sahibi olduğu Cisimdesign’ın tasarladığı Moda’daki bu evin projesi Paris’in modern apartman dairelerinden ilham alınarak yapılmış. Emre Özücoşkun, “Çok klasik bir tabir olacak ama zamansız bir çizgiye sahip bu daire. Çıkış noktamız şuydu: Doğal malzemeler, pastel renkler ve yumuşak detayların uyumunu yakalamak”. Mermer, evin geneline hakim olan malzemelerden biri. Mermere sadece mobilyalarda değil, kapı pervazında dahi rastlanabiliyor. “Malzeme geçişleri ve kullanım alanlarında yaptığımız ufak sürprizler bizi heyecanlandırıyor” diyor Cisimdesign ortakları: “Mermeri alışılagelmişin dışında bir alanda kullanma fikri de bu şekilde ortaya çıktı”. Erdem ve Emre, evin geneline hakim olan uyumu mobilya seçimi ve tasarımında da devam ettirmiş: “Seçkiyi belirlerken Cisimdesign tasarımı mobilyalarla satın alınacak mobilyalar arasında bir denge kurmaya çalışıyoruz. Moda Evi’nde de bu şekilde ilerledik. Masalar, yataklar, dolaplar, kütüphaneler Cisimdesign tasarımı. Sandalyeler, koltuklar ve aydınlatmalar ise satın alma olacak. Kurguyu bu şekilde hazırladık”. Contemporary Parisian apartment in Moda Yazı | Alp Tekin T he project of this house in Moda, designed by Cisimdesign, owned by Erdem İşler and Emre Özücoşkun, was inspired by the modern apartments of Paris. Emre Özücoşkun said, “It will be a very classic term, but this apartment has a timeless line. Our starting point was: To catch the harmony of natural materials, pastel colors and soft details”. Marble is one of the materials that dominate the house in general. Marble can be found not only in furniture, but also in door jambs. “We are excited by the little surprises we make in material transitions and usage areas,” says Cisimdesign partners: “This is how the idea of using marble in an unusual area came about”. Erdem and Emre continued the harmony that dominates the house in general in furniture selection and design: “While determining the selection, we are trying to establish a balance between the furniture designed by Cisimdesign and the furniture to be purchased. This is how we proceeded at the Fashion House. Tables, beds, cabinets, libraries Cisimdesign design. Chairs, armchairs and lighting will be purchased. This is how we prepared the fiction.” Çapa 2

Ocak 2022 | Tasarım | İtalya HiAm Uykuda gelinen son nokta Yazı | Oktay Tutuş P andemi sırasında gördük ki aslında en büyük yatırımı evimize ve dinlenebileceğimiz, yaşayacağımız ve temas edeceğimiz eşyalara yaparsak iç huzuru bulmamızın önünde engel kalmıyor! Bu noktadan baktığımızda en çok dinlenmeyi yatağımızda yapıyoruz. Ancak tüm teknolojik gelişmelere rağmen yatak tasarımları hâlâ çok fazla şey vadetmiyor. Özel yapım olanları ise başka şekilde değerlendirmek gerekiyor. HiAm isimli yeni konsept onlardan biri. Yüksek teknolojiyi ve İtalyan tasarımı ve malzemelerini bir araya getiren bu yatağı, Hi-Interiors isimli şirketleriyle Tallarico biraderler sunuyor. Ailelerinden gelen ahşap mobilya işini bir adım öteye geçiren bu yeni kuşak, akıllı mobilyalar üretiyor. Teknolojiyi kullanarak komple bir dinlenme deneyimi kurgulayan Hibed de onlardan birisi. Fizyolojik sağlığı harekete geçirmek için ortam ve okuma ışıkları, yüksek tanımlı ses sistemi, 70 inç ekran TV ve 4K projektör desteğini arkasına almış. Ek olarak, masajlar için programlanmış motorlu yatak bazaları ve kişiselleştirilmiş rahatlama anları için rafine bir koku yayıcı içeriyor ve bunların tümü yerel bir iOS uygulamasıyla etkinleştirilebiliyor. Yatak aynı zamanda sensörleri sayesinde ortamdaki rahatsız edici sesleri belirliyor ve yatağın sıcaklığını size göre ayarlıyor. Böylece çok yönlü bir dinlenmeyi mümkün kılıyor. HiAm veya Hibed sistemi, bir concierge hizmeti üzerinden sipariş verilebiliyor. Ahşap kaplamalarını kendi kişisel zevkinize göre değişecek renklerde kaplatabiliyorsunuz. hi-interiors.com

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