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Cotton Boll Private Lounge by Ece Gülagac

Cotton Boll Private Lounge

Golden A' Design Award Winner 2025

This audio description presents a contemporary interior lounge space photographed from a standing position looking into a refined hospitality environment. Scanning from top to bottom, the ceiling commands immediate attention with a large sculptural white installation resembling soft, layered organic forms—imagine touching the smooth, cool surface of overlapping flower petals rendered in matte plaster, creating gentle ridges that cast subtle shadows. This cloud-like canopy, warm white like fresh cream, floats above the space and curves downward at its edges, transitioning to blonde wood ceiling panels at right featuring small perforated details. Moving to the middle ground, a circular island anchors the composition—its base wrapped in vertical bronze-toned ribs suggesting the warmth of burnished metal, supporting a pale marble countertop cool and smooth as polished stone. From this surface rises an abundant arrangement of tropical plants: tall broad leaves like unfurled green fans reaching upward, surrounded by feathery ferns in deep forest green, introducing the freshness of living vegetation into the neutral space. Five bar stools encircle this planter, their seats upholstered in dusty rose velvet soft as brushed suede, supported by slender metallic legs in warm champagne tones. The floor beneath feels grounded in pale honey oak planks, their grain suggesting natural warmth, while a circular rug with gray terrazzo-like patterning defines the central gathering zone. To the right middle ground, smaller tables with pale surfaces accommodate seating in muted taupe and warm gray upholstery. Background elements recede through softly illuminated alcoves, their arched doorways outlined in gentle golden light suggesting warmth and welcome. Floor-to-ceiling windows at left admit soft natural daylight like an overcast morning, filling the space with even, diffused illumination. Pendant lights featuring organic translucent forms hover like luminous clouds, complementing the sculptural ceiling. The overall atmosphere evokes tranquil sanctuary, quiet conversation, and the gentle presence of nature within refined contemporary surroundings.

Cotton Boll is an airport lounge at Cukurova Airport that blends cultural heritage, comfort, and sustainability. Inspired by the region's cotton fields and artisanal textiles, the design features a flowing ceiling structure with natural cotton fabrics and integrated led lighting. A handcrafted mosaic panel, echoing local craftsmanship, enhances the space's identity. Thoughtfully arranged seating, intuitive spatial flow, and sustainable materials ensure a seamless passenger experience. By merging tradition with modernity, Cotton Boll transforms transit into a refined cultural journey.