Escapefromsofa

Perhaps that is why their designs feel timeless and always “alive.”

Escapefromsofa, which has made turning dreams into reality a way of life, has been making a difference in interior and product design with its Istanbul-based work since 2009. The team, which combines simplicity, detail, and functionality, constantly renews itself with new materials and technologies, aiming to establish a strong emotional connection with the user in every project. The studio, which has undertaken projects on both a local and international scale, blends its contemporary lines with a contextual approach, giving spaces a unique identity.

Can you tell us about Escapefromsofa’s founding process and core objectives?

Escapefromsofa was founded in Istanbul in 2009 with the idea of making design a natural part of everyday life. Our goal is to design contemporary, functional spaces that form an emotional connection with the user. In every project, we strive to combine a global perspective with local production.

What does your company name and philosophy represent?

“Escapefromsofa” is actually a metaphor. Behind the name lies the idea of getting up from the sofa and discovering, feeling, and experiencing the world. For us, design is not just an object or an aesthetic form, but an experience that comes from within life. So our name is both an escape and a call.

How would you describe your design approach and the fundamental principles you adopt in your projects?

For us, design is based on balanced simplicity. Every detail should have meaning, and every space should have a strong relationship with its context. Functionality, material quality, and user experience are inseparable values for us. We care about creating designs that do not age over time, but become more beautiful as they age.

What criteria determine your choice of materials in your interior designs?

Materials are the most fundamental element that determines the spirit of a project. For us, the feel, the way it ages, and its naturalness are very important. We create spaces with their own character using real materials. Natural surfaces such as wood, stone, and metal therefore form the main language of our projects.

What role does natural stone play in Escapefromsofa projects?

Natural stone is much more than just a surface for us. The grain, texture, and color of each stone gives the space a completely different atmosphere. That’s why stone is a material we often turn to when we want to create balance or contrast in a space. Its timelessness adds depth to the identity of the space.

What advantages do you think marble offers in your design process? What features set it apart from other materials?

Marble embodies both the elegance and power of nature. The way it reflects light, the uniqueness of its texture, and the patina it acquires over the years give the space a sense of continuity. Each slab is unique, just like handcrafted work. This is completely in line with our design approach.

How does Turkey’s natural stone diversity and production potential influence your design processes?

Turkey is a very rich geography in terms of natural stone. This diversity inspires us both aesthetically and in terms of sustainability. Working with local stones gives the design its identity and reduces our environmental footprint in the production process. It is valuable for us to produce global-scale work with materials from our own geography.

What are escapefromsofa’s future goals? In which direction do you think design trends are heading?

Rather than following trends, we prioritize transforming our own language. In the coming period, we aim to produce more sustainable, locally sourced, and timeless designs. We will continue to create spaces that combine technology with craftsmanship and touch people emotionally.

Escapefromsofa doesn’t just design today; it shapes the way we live. In each project, it combines simple aesthetics with functionality and an emotional connection. And perhaps that’s why its designs feel “alive” beyond being timeless.