Ethereal atmospheres carved in Cappadocia

Interlacing the modern and the traditional, the natural, and the new, while orchestrating a splendid space replete with an exquisite ambience, Gokhan Avcioglu of GAD rock-carves this stunning spa-cum-resort. A unique thermal lagoon experience awaits guests, set in the scenic geography of ancient Cappadocia, Turkey. Repurposing an abandoned quarry and paying homage to a historical artifact on-site, a triad of design themes emerges - the physical texture of the geography, a deep-rooted connection to history, and thermal underground water. Tapping into this compelling context using a construction technique called ‘rock carving’, GAD carves out rather than builds up, using negative […]