Blue cabinetry, illuminated wooden island shelves, brass pendant lights and butterfly artwork in the Çağla Şıkel kitchen project.

A woman standing beside the kitchen island, surrounded by blue cabinetry, a black range cooker and brass pendant lights.

Facing rows of blue cabinets, a wood-accented island, black countertops and brass-supported open shelves in the Çağla Şıkel kitchen.

Kitchen island with illuminated shelving, tall blue cabinets, built-in ovens and a layout extending into the dining area in the Çağla Şıkel project.

Dark wooden dining table, grey chairs, planet-inspired chandeliers and artwork with a red accent in the Çağla Şıkel dining area.

Grey armchairs arranged along a long wooden dining table, with globe chandeliers above and blue kitchen cabinets in the background.

Wooden dining table, planet-inspired pendants, a TV wall with a fireplace and illuminated display shelves in the Çağla Şıkel project.

Portrait of a woman with a butterfly covering her face, framed in black and red beneath a brass picture light on a geometric-patterned wall.

Çağla Şıkel

Location: İstanbul
Year: 2021

The guiding concept for the kitchen we designed for our dear Çağla Şıkel was to move beyond conventional decorating approaches and create a modern, stylish and functional living space. Brass details, a bold yet elegant shade of blue, the warmth of wood and simple lines were combined to give the interior a distinctive, inviting atmosphere. Natural textures used in the kitchen island and flooring created cohesion between the different areas of the kitchen, while the innovative approach brought a contemporary, refined feel to the space as a whole.

The details that made the project especially personal and meaningful were the bespoke references to the homeowner's life and values. Custom-made North Star handles alluding to her children and planet-shaped lights evoking outer space gave the design a unique identity. Shaped by a balanced combination of aesthetics, functionality and personal details, this kitchen reflects a distinctive, timeless design approach that responds to the needs of modern living.