4 Seasons Love: A Unique Bookshelf Design by Leyla Canbaz Gundem

Unleashing the Beauty of Autumn Leaves

Inspired by the vibrant colors of autumn leaves, Leyla Canbaz Gundem, a renowned designer, has created a one-of-a-kind bookshelf design called 4 Seasons Love. This architectural masterpiece captures the essence of nature's beauty and brings it into your living space.

More than just a bookshelf, 4 Seasons Love is an artistic construction that features a horizontal pattern interrupted by vertical metal segments, creating an eye-catching division of space. The project's formality is complemented by a passionate quest for the finest and most unusual materials, resulting in a stunning contrast. The iron polished matt, rustic gold, glossy gold, rose gold, black, and other finishes add a touch of elegance and sophistication to the design.

The realization of this design involved a meticulous workflow, starting with basic design sketches and construction ideation. The iron profile and glass components were carefully crafted and milled by hand, while high-grade painting techniques were used to achieve the desired rustic gold, copper, titanium, and brass finishes.

The technical specifications of 4 Seasons Love are impressive, with a width of 2900mm, a depth of 250mm, and a height of 2300mm. This custom-made design is tailored for high-end markets, offering a luxurious and functional addition to any space.

Designed to maximize usability and accessibility, 4 Seasons Love is perfect for both residential and commercial settings. Leyla Canbaz Gundem's attention to detail ensures that this bookshelf and divider stand seamlessly blend into any environment with standard 2400mm ceilings.

The creation of 4 Seasons Love took place in Istanbul, Turkey, with the project commencing in October 2016 and reaching completion in January 2017. Throughout the design process, Leyla Canbaz Gundem conducted extensive research on various bookshelves, libraries, trendy materials, and durable options for timeless usage. The dimensions of the design were carefully calculated to adhere to the golden ratio, resulting in a balanced and harmonious arrangement of different colored metal panels.

Overcoming the challenges of calculating the golden ratio, Leyla Canbaz Gundem successfully brought her vision to life. The result is a bookshelf design that goes beyond functionality, resembling an architectural masterpiece with a facade that exudes classic grace. The combination of thick, horizontal shelves and vertical metal segments creates a captivating division of space, while the choice of materials adds a fascinating contrast.

4 Seasons Love has garnered recognition in the design world, receiving the prestigious Bronze A' Design Award in 2017. This award is bestowed upon designs that showcase outstanding creativity, resourcefulness, and technical skills. By incorporating best practices in art, science, design, and technology, 4 Seasons Love contributes to improving the quality of life and making the world a better place.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Leyla Canbaz Gundem
Image Credits: image # 1[ photographer] -Melike Özay 2017 image # 2[ photographer] -Melike Özay 2017 image # 3[ photographer] -Melike Özay 2017 image # 4[ photographer] -Melike Özay 2017 image # 5[ photographer] -Melike Özay 2017
Project Team Members: Leyla Canbaz Gundem
Project Name: 4 Seasons Love
Project Client: Leyla Canbaz Gundem


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