Prize(s) Honorable Mentions
Lighting Design/Product Company LINE Lighting Design
Lead Designers Mustafa Akkaya
Other Designer's names Irem Ayan
Architecture Company Tabanlioglu Architects
Interior Design Company Atelier Daphné Desjeux , Arketipo Design (Executive Architect)
Client Tersane Istanbul
Photo Credits Fevzi Ondu
Completion Date 23 May 2025
Project Location Istanbul, Türkiye
Entry DescriptionMondaine began its story in Paris and now introduces a new chapter in Istanbul, where the spirit of 19th-century nightlife is reimagined through light.The lighting design comes to life through decorative and architectural lighting, arranged to shape ambience and focus.More than illumination, the decorative lighting blends with the interior’s fabrics and materials, giving the space soul and intimacy while enriching its vintage feel. The use of extra warm white light throughout deepens this mood adding comfort to the setting.At the center, a chandelier of reflective spheres amplifies the atmosphere, scattering light that unifies the room in a vibrant glow.Continuing this atmosphere, the architectural lighting does more than illumination: it creates emphasis guiding the eye, highlighting performance and shaping the moments.In harmony with the decorative lighting, the architectural layer balances softness with precision, so every detail becomes part of the experience. This approach is carried naturally into shelves and display areas where concealed linear lightings draw out bottles, textures and surfaces to create clarity and depth.Extending this harmony, the system runs on DMX control, synchronizing with music and program needs with shifts of light intensifying performances and drawing the audience into an unified space where layers of light, rhythm and experience converge.
Sustainability ApproachThe lighting design of Mondaine Istanbul was developed with a focus on energy efficiency and long-term durability. Energy-efficient LED luminaires were chosen for low consumption, long life, and minimal maintenance. Warm white light (2200–2400 K) provides comfort and ecological sensitivity, reducing glare and fatigue while preserving atmosphere. Decorative and technical fixtures were integrated with efficiency criteria to ensure aesthetic and environmental goals aligned. A DMX-based control system enables dynamic adjustment in sync with music and occupancy, avoiding unnecessary use and extending system longevity. This responsive approach balances atmosphere, comfort, and sustainability.
