DESIGN : WYNDHAM ISTANBUL KALAMIS MARINA
The lobby area , including the Lobby Lounge , uses mirrors extensively to brighten the space and make it seem as large as possible .
BRAND BEACON
Wyndham Istanbul Kalamis Marina reflects its attractive seaside location as well as the brand ’ s commitment to an emerging market .
by ANN BAGEL STORCK , MANAGING EDITOR
When it first opened last December , Wyndham Istanbul Kalamis Marina marked the introduction of the Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand to Turkey , and as such , both its location and resulting design were especially critical .
“ We want our guests to feel elegant in a luxurious and warm atmosphere , and we want them to feel traditional Turkish hospitality ,” says General Manager Alper Can Bulçum .
Lead interior designer Eren Yorulmazer agrees , emphasizing the importance of both comfort and luxury in the hotel ’ s design aesthetic .
The 210-room , new-build property is located on the Asian coast of Istanbul adjacent to the Kalamis Marina , and views of the Sea of Marmara abound . “ The Kalamis Marina area is recognized as one of the most prestigious residential areas on the Asian side of Istanbul ,” Bulçum notes . “ The marina , which is the
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