Introducing the ALMA Restaurant, an architectural gem nestled on the coast of Side, Antalya, in Turkey’s stunning Mediterranean region. Known for its ancient cityscape and historical texture dating back to the 7th century BC, Side offers a captivating backdrop for this fine-dining establishment.
Designed by the acclaimed BBA.Istanbul in 2022, the restaurant perfectly blends privacy and openness while embodying the area’s unique cultural narrative. The design navigates the region’s high temperatures, beach winds, and residential context, using natural materials in their raw texture and local construction techniques, both traditional and contemporary, for a charming fusion of authenticity and modernity.
Discover the story of Peker House, a single-family residence located in the Koşuyolu District of Istanbul, Turkey. Designed by Mekan Atölyesi in 2022, this modern home preserves the original structure while meeting the needs of its owners.
From plan interventions to structural changes, learn how the design team created a simple and functional space that stays true to the character of the region.
Designed by Tabanlioglu Architects in 2020, the Bodrum Loft Hotel in Bodrum, Turkey, is a summer resort project that blends the man-made to the natural in an inspirational way.
Taking inspiration from the way neighboring old towns connect to the land and its surroundings, the design uses locally sourced materials and seeks low maintenance, weathering aesthetically. With reference to the nature of the region, the angles of sun and winds, the project frames a building that responds to the climate and is integrated with the nature to welcome the sun and the breeze in a controlled attitude.
