SOFA | Studio of Architecture

Architecture with its own place, presence and memory.

Meticulous and composed architecture, from concept to execution.

SOFA is a full-service, multi-disciplinary architectural design and consulting company founded by Nesime Önel and Aslı Ayvaz.

Selected Work

Architecture, Interior Design

Msallata, Libya · 2022 — Ongoing

Interior Design

Istanbul, Turkey · 2025 — Ongoing

Interior Design

Turkey · 2025

Hospitality

Alaçatı, Turkey · 2023

Residential

Alaçatı, Turkey · 2023

We develop buildings from initial concept through design development, documentation and construction oversight.

Material, detail, atmosphere and daily use are composed as one continuous spatial experience.

We align design ambition with context, programme, commercial goals and long-term value.

SOFA approach

Beautiful, functional and physically sound spaces shaped around real goals.