International studio 1508 London will design the signature residences at Tersane Istanbul โ a landmark redevelopment transforming Tรผrkiyeโs largest industrial heritage site. Here’s a sneak peek…
On the historic shores of Istanbulโs Golden Horn, a new chapter in design-led urban regeneration is unfolding. Tersane Istanbul, the ambitious redevelopment of the cityโs 600-year-old Ottoman shipyards, has unveiled a collaboration with globally renowned interior design studio 1508 London to craft the interiors for its signature residential offerings: Yalฤฑ Apartments (Zone 1 โ Velaris) and Ailรฉe Residences (Zone 2).
Ailรฉe Residences | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
The partnership signals a defining moment for the waterfront destination, positioning design at the forefront of its transformation from historic industrial docklands into a contemporary cultural and lifestyle district.
โTersane Istanbul represents an extraordinary convergence of heritage, craftsmanship and contemporary placemaking โ values that sit at the heart of our design approach,โ said Hamish Brown, Partner at 1508 London. โThis project allows us to create a truly bespoke and enduring residential experience rooted in Istanbulโs unique identity.โ
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- Club House | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
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- Zone 2 Terrace Pool | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
Two expressions, one cohesive vision
The developmentโs residential component is divided into two complementary zones, each expressing a distinct character while maintaining a cohesive overarching vision.
Yalฤฑ Apartments (Zone 1 โ Velaris) adopt a more introspective, mature tone. Drawing on Istanbulโs layered past, the interiors combine urban eclecticism with subtle mid-century influences. Rich palettes, tactile materials and carefully proportioned layouts create spaces that feel confident, timeless and grounded in place.
Zone 1 Primary Bedroom | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
In contrast, Ailรฉe Residences (Zone 2) take inspiration from the neighbouring hospitality concept, Ailรฉe Istanbul. Here, the atmosphere is lighter and more playful. A neutral base palette is animated with sculptural furniture, curated artworks and moments of colour, creating interiors that feel social, expressive and contemporary.
Across both zones, references to the siteโs industrial maritime history are conveyed through structure, material weight and spatial rhythm rather than literal motifs. The result is a subtle reinterpretation of heritage, designed to support wellbeing and elevate everyday living.
Zone 2 Penthouse Dining Area | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
Beyond the private realm
Residential amenities, including a Club House and Terrace Pool, are conceived as natural extensions of the home. Intelligent spatial planning maximises daylight and strengthens indoor-outdoor connections, reinforcing a lifestyle centred on gathering, reflection and daily ritual.
โThe aim was to create homes that residents grow into over time โ spaces that reveal more with each day,โ noted Marina Breves, Regional Director at 1508 London. โThe interiors evoke the feeling of being well-travelled โ considered, personal and quietly expressive.โ
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- Zone 1 Entrance | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
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- Zone 2 Penthouse Bedroom | Image credit: Tersane Living / 1508 London
A new design landmark for Istanbul
Tersane Istanbulโs broader masterplan integrates luxury hospitality, retail and cultural programming within a revitalised historic setting. The development includes Rixos Tersane Istanbul and Ailรฉe Istanbul, with Delano Istanbul set to follow. Architectural contributions from Foster + Partners and Tabanlฤฑoฤlu Architects further reinforce its international design credentials.
Scheduled for completion in 2027, the residential offering positions Tersane Istanbul as a new benchmark in Istanbulโs evolving luxury landscape โ where maritime heritage and contemporary design converge on a global stage.
