08.02.2021

House Daşyürek / Interior Design

In the tranquil neighborhood of Çayyolu, Ankara, we developed a comprehensive interior design project for our client, who will live in this house together with his mother and daughter. Alongside the interior works, we also undertook the exterior façade renovation.

The core design narrative was shaped around the client’s aspiration to create a home that would accompany his daughter as she grows up and serve as a place to share lasting memories a warm and functional living environment. Every detail of the design was carefully curated to harmonize with the users’ existing habits while also enriching their daily lives with new and positive experiences.

Project Details

Design Team: A COSGUN, B. EGLEN, C GONULALAN
Partners: Pozitif Design Team
Client: F. DASYUREK
Location: Türkiye/Ankara
Typology: Residential
Disciplines: Interior Architecture
Status: Completed

The Identity and Transformation of Space

Evolving needs over time, the coexistence of different age groups, and the modern lifestyle of the new residents required a fundamental rethinking of the existing spatial organization. The process aimed not only at functional reconfiguration but also at establishing a distinct architectural identity that reflects the personalities of the users and facilitates their everyday lives. The guiding principle was to achieve maximum transformation with minimal intervention in the existing plan layout.

The original scheme, characteristic of 1990s villas, basement with garage, technical and hobby rooms; ground floor with kitchen and living spaces; and upper floor with bedrooms, was reinterpreted to meet contemporary needs.

Design-Process

Conversion Decisions

One of the main challenges in the living areas was the limited window openings, restricting natural light and ventilation. By carefully adjusting proportions, we maximized daylight and airflow while creating a brighter and more generous atmosphere within the relatively low ceiling heights. The flow of natural light expanded the perceived spatial volume and infused the interiors with a welcoming ambiance.

Our design concept emphasized creating flexible and personalized zones for each user. The large, undefined living area was restructured into three key functions: guest reception, dining, and a daily relaxation space for the homeowner. The fireplace served both as a strong visual focal point and as a spatial divider, enriching the overall interior experience.

The kitchen was entirely redesigned: instead of a small window, a large sliding glass door now connects the space directly with the garden, creating both visual and functional continuity. This transformation also introduced a cozy corner for seating and dining, making the kitchen not only a place for food preparation but also a vibrant hub of the home.

The semi-enclosed terrace was equipped with flexible glazing systems, allowing it to function as both a terrace and a winter garden depending on seasonal conditions. This adaptability blurred the boundaries between indoors and outdoors while enhancing year-round usability. In addition, the previously underutilized garden area above the garage was reimagined as a lounge corner, ensuring that every part of the property became a valuable extension of daily life.

On the upper floor, the master suite was redesigned to include a bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. The wardrobe wall acted both as a refined backdrop for the bed and as a strategic alignment element, orienting the sleeping area toward the view. The selected color palette, furniture, and finishes reflected a modern, minimalist aesthetic that combines timeless elegance with the residents’ personal character and lifestyle.