Architecture & Design · 2 min read
A thoughtful furniture brief
Essential information for discussing bespoke furniture with architects.
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The design archive
Material choices, bespoke furniture, outdoor living and villa renovation. A design library connecting Kalkan with the spaces we call home.
Architecture & Design · 2 min read
Reading a room through scale
Understanding furniture scale through plans, samples and placement.
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Materials & Care · 2 min read
A small end-of-season review
Organising care and storage notes before putting outdoor furniture away.
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Materials & Care · 2 min read
A care file for your furniture
Keeping material, finish and care information together for bespoke furniture.
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Decor & Living · 2 min read
Ceramics on a wooden table
Pairing a wooden table with ceramics and textiles, inspired by The Mia Kalkan.
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Decor & Living · 2 min read
A balanced console with fewer pieces
Arranging objects on a console with inspiration from The Mia Kalkan and Aslan Atelier.
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Wood & Craft · 2 min read
The mark of time on wood
Considering a lived-in timber surface as part of a new design.
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Wood & Craft · 2 min read
An idea that begins with a door
Connecting reclaimed timber elements with ideas for new furniture.
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Tables & Occasional Tables · 2 min read
The design beneath the table
Considering the base and seating relationship of a pedestal dining table.
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Tables & Occasional Tables · 2 min read
The right depth at the entrance
Planning circulation and a useful surface when choosing an entrance console.
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Chairs & Comfort · 2 min read
A corner for reading
Choosing a lounge chair alongside light, a side table and the rhythm of the room.
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Chairs & Comfort · 2 min read
The chair back in the room
Considering the back view of a dining chair and its relationship with the table.
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Outdoor Living · 2 min read
A generous feeling on a small balcony
Defining purpose and furniture quantities in a compact outdoor space.
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Outdoor Living · 2 min read
An evening table on the terrace
Considering views, lighting and serving routes for an outdoor dining area.
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A rounded line in stone
The relationship between a round stone table, seating and surrounding space.
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