“Modern retrofit for historic Istanbul home”
Ofist said: “Whilst appreciating its value, we embraced its masonry brick walls, vaulted ceilings, gypsum ornaments, old floor tiles and the wooden panelling. We added necessities with our own interpretations to fulfil the contemporary needs of its new tenant.
“We didn’t try to recreate, but chose to blend in. We took cognizance of our apprehensions and our ethical perceptions. Refusing to take the easy way out, we added our own point of view in respect to the apartment’s history and future.”
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