Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa

ISTANBUL EDITION HOTEL SPA

Hirsch Bedner Associates

Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden

PHOTOGRAPHS
Ken Hayden

MANUFACTURERS
Lutron

YEAR
2011

LOCATION
Istanbul, Turkey

CATEGORY
Hotels, Spa

Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden

THE DESIGN

Dark materials include rich metallic woods, embossed bronze floors, walls upholstered in exquisite horsehair.

There are very few straight walls or corridors in guest areas and that helps to make the spaces mysterious and allows guests to discover new areas as they journey through it.

Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden
Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden

Opulent chocolate brown marble and cast bronze sinks create a deep sense of calm and warmth throughout the Hammam. Mirrored silver glass tiles cover the pool and reflect the lavish gold feature wall above.

Crystals are delicately integrated into the spa design in their most natural state. Their faceted edges, which glisten in the light, reinforce the atmospheric feel while exuding a distinct sense of luxury and elegance.

Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden
Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden

VIP suite is decorated with patterned leather floors and smoked onyx walls. 

THE LIGHTNING

The play of light was one of the main component in the design inspiration and was drawn from the faceted cut out patterns found in a traditional Hammam.

The lutron system installed in the treatment rooms is programmed to have different light levels throughout the varying stages of the treatment:

Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden
Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden
Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
© Ken Hayden

with a welcoming level for arrival, a very low level for treatment, a another level for showering, and a level for relaxation.

The Spa has both passive and active spaces, and the light levels reflect each space with the fitness room being the brightest.


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Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
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Istanbul Edition Hotel Spa
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