Location:
Nişantaşı, Istanbul
Architect:
Rhizome Architects
Interior Design:
Toner Architects
Facade Design:
Toner Architects
Project Type:
Residential & Luxury Retail
Construction Period:
2016–2018
Land Area:
518 sqm
Total Built Area:
6,500 sqm
Abdi Ipekci 45 is a mixed-use luxury development located on Abdi Ipekci Street, Istanbul’s most prestigious high-street retail destination and one of the highest-value luxury shopping corridors in Europe. Positioned in the heart of Nişantaşı, the project was developed to redefine contemporary urban living while integrating world-class luxury retail into the fabric of the city.
The development consists of 14 high-end residences and a flagship luxury retail unit, carefully designed to balance architectural sophistication, residential privacy and premium commercial visibility. Unlike the dense and enclosed character of many neighboring buildings on the avenue, Abdi Ipekci 45 was conceived with dual façades that allow the building to breathe naturally and maximize daylight throughout the project.
The front façade facing the avenue accommodates the living spaces, while the quieter rear façade overlooking the courtyard houses the bedroom areas, creating a unique separation between the dynamic energy of the city and private residential comfort. The architecture combines natural stone, metal detailing and solar-shading elements to establish a timeless and refined identity aligned with the character of global luxury districts.
Designed with sustainability and smart-building principles at its core, the project achieved LEED Gold certification and incorporates advanced technological infrastructure expected from next-generation urban developments.
One of the project’s defining components is its luxury retail presence. The building hosts the flagship Istanbul store of Chanel, occupying approximately 600 sqm on Abdi Ipekci Street. The presence of Chanel positions the project among the most prestigious luxury retail assets in Turkey and reinforces Abdi Ipekci Street’s status as a globally recognized luxury shopping destination.
Abdi Ipekci 45 represents a contemporary interpretation of luxury urban development — integrating high-end residential living, sustainability, architecture and globally recognized retail brands within a single landmark project in Istanbul.
Key Components
- Prime location on Abdi Ipekci Street, Nişantaşı
- 14 luxury residences
- Flagship luxury retail component
- Chanel flagship store tenant
- LEED Gold certified smart building
- Dual-façade architectural concept
- Natural stone and metal façade detailing
- Advanced building technologies
- Boutique mixed-use urban development
- Integration of luxury retail and residential living






