DESIGN
Sofa
This shop has a great deal of visual stimuli and is located in the pedestrian street outside the Grand Bazaar when exiting through the Nuruosmaniye Gate.
The personal selection by Kaşif Gündoğdu, is modestly described as “just a drop of the ocean”, quoting the words of the poet Ziya Paşa:
The things I chose are a drop, no more; the undiminished sea still crowds the shore.
Among the objects are small ceramic domes, surmounted by the crescent called alem and painted with the city skyline or the creative kaftan shaped lamp bases.
There are also prints, textiles, examples of calligraphy and miniatures, jewelry made from old coins and examples of contemporary Turkish art.
Nuruosmaniye Cad. 85
Cağaloğlu
(0212) 5202850
www.kashifsofa.com
Iznik Works (no Grand Bazaar)
The shop of Dursun Aksçahin offers a selection of quality and affordable ceramics, including ceramic kaftans that are so evocative of Turkish culture as well as a large selection of Ikat fabric for those wishing to make beautiful pillows or even design an outfit.
Takkeciler Sok. 82 – 84
(0212) 5224242
www.iznikworks.com
Armaggan (perto do Grand Bazaar)
This is a sophisticated Turkish brand that produces limited editions of objects, textiles and jewelry inspired in the Anatolian civilizations, but with a contemporary esthetic. A seven floor flagship design store has recently opened in the trendy district of Nişantaşı. Located on Abdi Ipekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. 8, we recommend the new shop on Nuruosmaniye with a whole fashion floor and a nice rooftop restaurant.
Nuruosmaniye Cad 65
(0212) 5224433
www.armaggan.com
Anatoli
Trays, candlesticks, dishes, decanters and much more with a contemporary touch of the Ottoman aesthetic. A good tip for wedding gifts.
Istiniye Park Alışveriş Merkezı – Istinye Bayırı 73
(0212) 3455859
www.anatoli.com.tr
CARPETS & KILIMS
Şisko Osman Carpets & Kilims (Grand Bazaar)
Located in the charming Zincirli Han, the traditional shop of Şişko Osman, whose credibility has surpassed four generations, is worth a visit.
Photos of the many celebrities who have been there hang on the walls.
As Şisko is now an elderly gentleman, the business is run by the family and the friendly Cemal who is the manager.
Kapahçarşi
(0212) 5283548
www.siskoosman.com
Galeria Metin (Sultanahmet)
Yaşar Aksoy who is the owner, is a young and enterprising Turk, French-educated, and devoted to his métier.
He always has a beautiful selection of rugs at fair prices and patiently explains the cost-benefits of each option so you can make a choice within your budget.
It is a pleasure to shop at his store!
Küçük Ayasofya Cad. 12/A
(0212) 5160314
Anatolian Carpets
They have a good stock and the owner, Celal Belli, is very friendly but a tough dealer, so be ready for a bargaining challenge! The shop is opposite the Gate Nuruosmaniye on the left side, and their warehouse is a little further down the street.
Çarşıkapı Nuruosmaniye Cad.18
(0212) 5120686
