English-Speaking Interior Designer in Istanbul
Interior design services for international residents living in Turkey, with clear communication in English.
We work closely with foreign residents living in Turkey and conduct all communication in English.
Our process is structured to ensure clarity, transparency, and predictable coordination.
Initial conversations are informal and exploratory. We’re happy to review your plans and advise whether we’re a good fit.
Melis Varol
Co-founder, Head of Design
With a background in architecture and years of experience designing private homes for international clients, she is closely involved in shaping each project’s spatial logic, material direction, and overall coherence.
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Melis works hands-on with the design team throughout the process, ensuring that each project remains consistent from early concepts through to final detailing. Her role is not to impose a signature style, but to guide the design with clarity, proportion, and long-term usability in mind. She has extensive experience working with international homeowners living in Turkey.
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Designed for international
homeowners
who value
clarity and quality
This service is for owners who are:
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Living in Turkey as an international resident
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Looking for an experienced interior designer in Istanbul you can communicate with in English
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Comfortable working with an Istanbul-based team while living locally in Turkey
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Seeking thoughtful, contemporary interiors rather than decorative styling
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Interested in combining design intelligence with reliable production in Turkey
HEMDEM
Hemdem is an interior design studio based in Istanbul, working with international residents living in Turkey.
Our team designs interiors with a strong focus on:
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spatial quality
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proportion and function
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material coherence
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long-term usability
We regularly collaborate with international clients who value:
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clear communication in English
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structured processes
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realistic timelines
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predictable outcomes
Our Istanbul base allows us to combine design depth with reliable access to skilled manufacturers and workshops across Turkey.
Our ways of working
1. Understanding the brief
We visit the site and get a brief from you.
2. Design development
We develop layouts, 3D visuals, and material directions, refining the design with your feedback.
3. Furniture production & Shipping
We coordinate furniture production and sourcing through trusted Turkish manufacturers. We support the process through production, logistics coordination, and final clarification.
All communication is handled in English, with clear documentation at every stage.
OUR DESIGN APPROACH
Our work is characterised by:
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contemporary, timeless interiors
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calm material palettes
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well-resolved layouts
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attention to detail rather than visual noise
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We design spaces to be lived in — not just photographed.
International experience with local delivery in Turkey
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Experience working with international residents living in Turkey
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Clear design documentation and coordination in English
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A structured process focused on residential interiors
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A dedicated Istanbul-based team handling local execution
Miles P.
“I'm lucky that I've found you guys. A google search turned in to business and business turned in to friendship."
Debbie C.
"Great people to work with.
Talented designers and professionals."
Dana K.
“It was a lovely journey of bringing a vision to life with Hemdem. Highly recommended!”
Start the conversation
If you are looking for an interior designer in Istanbul and are based in Europe, we would be happy to review your project.
Share your plans, photos, or initial ideas, and we’ll advise on the next steps.
HEMDEM INTERIOR
Beykonaklari A3
Beylikduzu, Istanbul, TURKEY
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+90 530 675 9078
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Hemdem is an interior design studio based in Istanbul, working internationally.
This page is dedicated to European owners seeking an Istanbul-based design partner.
