FIRIN’O ARTISAN BAKERY
FIRIN’O Artisan Bakery is a project that combines a bakery and coffee shop concept, located in the center of Gaziantep, known for its rich culinary culture. The founders of the brand come from a family that has been involved in flour milling for four generations, bringing together Mesopotamian grain culture and craftsmanship with modern technology. They continue their heritage with their own production of sourdough bread, which is the expertise of their brand.
Our interior design approach for FIRIN’O was to create a warm and inviting space that reflects the family's heritage and takes the brand to a different level with a young and innovative design. We combined architectural elements that create a sense of belonging and identity with elements that carry the aroma of freshly baked bread, coffee, and sweets to the outside. Our main goal in terms of interior design was to take advantage of the 6.3-meter height of the space and create a shell that reflects its functions and provides visual unity. We designed a parametric shell made of solid oak wood slats that are 5x5 cm in size. This modular system, which started as a shelf on the wall, continued on the ceiling and turned into a wooden suspended ceiling system. This solution not only added dynamism to the space but also allowed us to direct the installation of lighting fixtures, improve acoustics, conceal mechanical elements, and create a unique experience. Additionally, we designed a metal mezzanine to take advantage of the height. A gallery space was left at the entrance to feel the height. We left the mezzanine open and industrial in contrast to the warmth of the space and used white color. To support this, we preferred to keep the ceiling exposed for mechanical and technical lighting. The large windows on the building facade help to bring in natural daylight and create beautiful shadow effects on the specially designed white ceramic display counter with soft brown-colored leather details and on the seating groups which were specially designed for the project. Handmade ceramic tiles were made from 'O' patterns designed for the visual identity of the brand. These were combined with a special ceramic modulation with rounded corners to create dynamic and layered sales and display units. The use of solid oak wood details throughout the space further enhances the warmth and comfort of the space. The floor is covered with a sand carpet that reminds us of coffee beans and emphasizes the material. The custom-made dining tables have white embossed metal legs and ribbed glass tops. This contributes to the space's multi-layered material, texture, and surface understanding.
With its innovative and intimate interior design, FIRIN’O invites customers to spend time and enjoy a delightful experience at different times of the day. The cozy background and unique atmosphere, combined with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and freshly baked bread, make FIRIN’O the perfect place for delightful conversations.
