YASEMIN TOYGAR

Designer 

Born in Istanbul, a city shaped by layers of history and culture, Yasemin’s work is rooted in an early exposure to art, architecture, and material expression. Growing up in an environment where past and present coexist, she developed a sensitivity to form, atmosphere, and spatial experience.

Her interest in the relationship between the human body and the built environment led her to London, where she studied architecture. This foundation continues to inform her approach, where objects are not considered in isolation, but as part of a broader spatial and sensory context.

The studio emerged from an ongoing exploration of material and perception. Each piece investigates the balance between contrasts — softness and structure, weight and lightness, abstraction and tactility. Natural materials such as marble, onyx, and brass are combined with upholstered elements to create compositions that are both precise and expressive.

Furniture is approached as both object and presence. Pieces are designed to quietly inhabit a space while carrying a distinct identity, allowing for personal interpretation and use.

All works are handcrafted in a small artisanal atelier in Istanbul. A focus on customisation allows each piece to be adapted in material, finish, and proportion, ensuring that every object remains unique to its setting.