Architectural Design Concept & Project Development
Since 2010, Karbon architectural team has renewed existing Suadiye, Ataşehir, Erenköy, Kadıköy branches. Starting with Akasya in 2015, we created the new architectural design concept for upcoming new branches, Etiler, Kanyon, Göktürk, Moda, Nişantaşı, İstinye, Mall of İstanbul and Kızıltoprak.
- Suadiye
- Ataşehir
- Akasya AVM
- Erenköy
- Kadıköy
- Etiler
- Kanyon
- Göktürk
- Moda
- Nişantaşı
- İstinye
- Mall of Istanbul
- Kızıltoprak
Akasya AVM
In 2014, Beyaz Fırın opened its first store within a shopping mall. As a brand that produces on-site, Beyaz Fırın required a carefully planned layout to accommodate its kitchen, storage, operations, and customer areas within the constraints of a mall environment.
We designed the architectural concept for the Akasya Mall location, adhering to its technical specifications while ensuring seamless functionality. As this store was designed from the ground up, it became the first concept where our architectural and visual design teams collaborated from the very beginning, setting a new standard for future projects.
Photography: Umut Töre
Etiler Beyaz Fırın
In 2017, Beyaz Fırın opened its Etiler store, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s history. Originally founded in 1836 in Balat, Beyaz Fırın flourished on the Anatolian side, particularly in Kadıköy. After nearly two centuries, this store symbolized its return to the European side of Istanbul.
Located in a standalone house built during the early Republic era, the building was reconstructed with respect to its original design. The architectural and visual concept drew inspiration from the Art Deco movement, echoing the era when Beyaz Fırın transitioned from a bakery to a patisserie. The brand’s heritage, balance of tradition and innovation, and timeless aesthetic formed the foundation of the design.
The “1836 Balat” legacy was delicately woven into the details: wrought iron elements were incorporated into the garden, balcony railings, interior staircase, and the decorative divider behind the main counter, greeting customers with a nod to Beyaz Fırın’s rich history.
Photography: Umut Töre
Photography: Umut Töre
Kanyon Beyaz Fırın
Following the Etiler branch, Beyaz Fırın opened its Kanyon store. More than just a shopping mall, Kanyon has a distinctive and striking identity. Located within this open-air retail complex, Beyaz Fırın was designed in a language that harmonizes with its surroundings, without compromising its own character.
The decorative metalwork first introduced in the Etiler store was elevated to a more magnificent expression at Kanyon. The high ceilings and the long façade, accentuated by daylight, gained a unique character through wrought iron details further developed in the brand’s visual language.
Photography: Umut Töre
Photography: Umut Töre
Göktürk Beyaz Fırın
Göktürk, a residential area that has developed on the outskirts of Istanbul over the past decade, became home to a new Brasserie-style concept. With this store, the notion of “whiteness” became more prominent in the design language. White-painted wrought iron details were complemented by soft-toned, light-filled interiors. Matte ceramic flooring in pastel shades and curated artworks on the walls contributed to the calm and airy atmosphere.
Moda & Nisantası
The subsequent Nişantaşı and Moda stores carried the essence of this concept but were designed on a smaller scale. These locations primarily operated as bakery-patisserie outlets, offering a limited menu in compact settings.
At Mall of Istanbul, a spatially challenging site was reimagined with a sculptural installation using the “Kriska – art with chains” approach. The result was a fluid and dynamic gesture within the architectural layout.
Finally, the Kızıltoprak store, opened in January 2025, was conceived as a stop-in point with a self-service concept and a limited menu, responding to the needs of a fast-paced, urban setting.
The journey of Karbon’s concept design culminated in January 2025, with the opening of a self-service branch in Kızıltoprak.
