The original architectural features of the historic landmark building, along with the space’s double-height ceiling and large windows, naturally connecting the interior with the exterior, provided a catalyst for Sanayi313 Architects. The design concept is based on the idea of creating a welcoming salon, which incorporates strong Art Deco accents in a thoughtful nod to the jewellery on show.

The showroom is accessed through the main door of the apartment building and up a flight of stairs leading to the first floor. Once inside the impressive space, guests are greeted by a statement octagonal glass display unit with a bronze metal frame custom designed by Sanayi313 Architects that sits in the centre of the main jewellery showroom.

Sanayi313 Architects selected furniture for the space that reflects Enis Karavil’s mantra of “maximalist expressions in minimalist details” for the showroom including a desk with curved features for customer consultations. A lounge area for customers provides a comfortable and relaxing area and features Sanayi313 Architects’ 07313 Side Tables.

Sanayi313 Architects invited Istanbul-based, ON-OFF Lighting Design and Consultancy, led by Ali Berkman, to collaborate on the lighting for the showroom, which plays a pivotal role in showcasing the jewellery collections on display. As the large windows of the showroom let in plenty of natural daylight into the space, the ON-OFF team executed a bespoke lighting system to achieve the optimum balance between natural and artificial light.

A private room, situated to the right of the main room and accessed via floor-to-ceiling glass doors, is where Melis Göral showcases its diamond collection in elegant glass cabinets. Here, the flooring changes to wall-to-wall carpet in grey, and the ceiling is covered with mirrored glass to make the room’s interior feel more spacious.

For the bathroom in the showroom, marquetry flooring has been used, while walls are clad in wooden panels. The sink is custom-made from a black and white Bianco Lasa Vena Nera marble block.