HEREND

“The way Ottomans depicted flowers, very stylized and neat, has always impressed me. When designing a porcelain collection for Herend, I was inspired by the tulips from an old Ottoman album for the Sultan. This collection was later followed by Ottoman carnations from Iznik ceramics.”

LOUIS VUITTON

“My love for Istanbul led me to become the author for Louis Vuitton’s European Cities Guide for four years. At this stage in my life, I feel very privileged to be the brand’s ‘guest of honor’ for my beloved Istanbul and celebrate the 15th anniversary of Vuitton Guides.”

VAKKO

“Continually inspired by contemporary translations of ancient Ottoman art, I have designed upholstery fabrics for Vakko for more than 20 years. My source of inspiration always varies, from a motif on the ceiling of a mosque to the design on the illumination of a manuscript.”

MARSHALL – AKZO NOBEL

“For me, light and colors make a room. The bold color combinations of Ottoman interiors and the unexpected elegance that comes out of this courage mesmerize me. The old Ottoman delicacies and the spices in The Bazaars of Istanbul inspired me to create an Ottoman Heritage Colors collection for Marshall-Akzo Nobel Company.”