Welcome to Gram Games’ new Istanbul HQ, where gaming vibes meet workspace magic—think bold patterns, interactive lighting, flexible zones and more that fuel creativity and collaboration.
Designed and built in collaboration with ÜÇADAM Architecture, Gram Games’ Istanbul office is an immersive and dynamic workspace, translating the layered, explorative nature of gaming into a physical environment. The office merges bold geometric forms, interactive lighting, and spatial transitions to create a workplace that is both engaging and functional. Inspired by the evolving landscapes of digital worlds, the design ensures that movement through the space feels intuitive and fluid, much like navigating different levels in a game.
The layout balances collaborative zones with quiet focus areas, allowing employees to shift seamlessly between teamwork and individual tasks. Open work areas promote interaction, while enclosed meeting rooms and social spaces provide flexibility for different work styles. Custom-designed furniture, tactile surfaces, and acoustic treatments enhance both comfort and functionality, ensuring a high-performing yet visually stimulating environment.
A defining feature of the office is the seamless integration of Gram Games’ artistic DNA. Bespoke artwork, illuminated installations, and layered textures reflect the company’s creative identity, reinforcing the connection between the workspace and the imaginative universes the team develops. Lighting design and material selection were carefully curated to complement the gaming-inspired aesthetic, ensuring a multi-sensory experience that evolves throughout the day.
Just like a well-designed game, the office transforms and adapts, responding to the needs of its users. This playful yet highly functional environment fosters creativity, innovation, and engagement, proving that a workspace can be just as exciting and dynamic as the worlds created within it.
Project Details & Challenges
The Gram Games Istanbul office transforms the essence of gaming into a dynamic, immersive workspace. The project began with an extensive research and engagement phase, where employee input played a crucial role in shaping the design direction. Through pre-planning workshops, workplace surveys, and observational studies, the team identified key needs—balancing collaboration with focus, fostering creativity, and enhancing workplace comfort. Employees participated in like-dislike sessions, sharing feedback on their previous office experience, highlighting aspects that needed improvement, and identifying features that would support their workflow. This research-driven approach ensured that the final design aligned with the daily needs and expectations of the Gram Games team.
A major design consideration was translating the layered, explorative nature of gaming into a physical environment. To achieve this, the office incorporates geometric patterns, interactive lighting, and spatial transitions that mimic the structure of digital game worlds. Workspaces are arranged to allow fluid movement and adaptability, reflecting the progression between game levels. Custom-designed furniture and multi-textured surfaces reinforce the gaming-inspired aesthetic while ensuring ergonomic and acoustic performance.
Striking a Balance
One of the most complex challenges was finding the right balance between openness and privacy. The company thrives on collaboration, but employees also required quiet, focused zones to maintain productivity. To address this, a mix of open-plan desks, enclosed meeting rooms, and acoustically treated breakout spaces was integrated. Felt panels, suspended ceilings, and carefully positioned partitions were used to control noise levels while maintaining visual connectivity.
Another unique challenge was ensuring that the space remained adaptable and engaging over time. To create a workplace that could evolve alongside the company, modular elements were introduced, allowing teams to reconfigure workstations and collaborative spaces as needed. The lighting design was also carefully calibrated, with customizable ambient settings that adjust throughout the day to support different work modes and energy levels.
Brand Integration
The artistic integration of Gram Games’ identity into the space was another key aspect of the project. The company’s in-house artists contributed bespoke wall graphics, illuminated installations, and layered textures that visually tie the workspace to the imaginative universes of their games. These unique, brand-infused elements not only reinforce the company’s culture but also create an inspiring and engaging environment for employees.
The Sustainability Story
From a technical perspective, the office was designed to meet global workplace standards in areas such as fire safety, acoustic performance, lighting, and employee well-being. The IT infrastructure, electrical and mechanical systems were carefully planned to support seamless digital workflows and ensure operational efficiency. Sustainability was also prioritized through locally sourced materials, energy-efficient lighting, and long-lasting finishes that contribute to both environmental responsibility and long-term usability.
Ultimately, the Gram Games Istanbul office blurs the boundaries between work and play, creating a highly functional yet immersive workspace. By carefully balancing aesthetic vision with employee needs, technical requirements, and long-term adaptability, the design delivers an environment that inspires creativity, enhances collaboration, and evolves with the team—just like a well-designed game.
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Overall Project Results
The Gram Games Istanbul office was designed to create an environment where creativity, collaboration, and functionality coexist seamlessly. Since its completion, employee feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the dynamic and adaptable nature of the workspace. Employees have reported that the balanced mix of open collaboration areas and private focus zones has significantly improved both teamwork and individual productivity. The ability to shift between different work environments—whether brainstorming in social spaces, focusing in quiet zones, or engaging in spontaneous discussions—has enhanced workflow efficiency and overall job satisfaction.
One of the most well-received elements of the design is its strong connection to Gram Games’ creative identity. Employees appreciate how the space reflects the imaginative and explorative nature of the games they develop, with custom artwork, illuminated installations, and bold geometric patterns reinforcing the company’s visual language. Many have noted that the multi-layered, game-inspired spatial experience helps them feel more connected to their work, creating an environment that fosters both inspiration and innovation. The interactive lighting and curated textures throughout the office contribute to a sensory experience that makes the workspace feel engaging and immersive rather than static or rigid.
Another key success factor has been the flexibility of the design. The office was structured to evolve with the company’s needs, incorporating modular workstations and reconfigurable collaboration spaces. This adaptability has proven valuable as teams have been able to rearrange their environments based on project requirements, ensuring that the office remains relevant and functional over time. Employees have also expressed appreciation for the highly considered acoustic solutions, which allow them to work in an open-plan setting without excessive noise distractions. Felt panels, suspended ceilings, and spatial zoning strategies have helped maintain a comfortable auditory environment, supporting both concentration and casual interaction.
The social spaces and breakout areas have also been particularly well-received. Employees enjoy having inviting, informal areas that feel less like a traditional corporate office and more like a comfortable, inspiring hub where they can connect and unwind. These spaces have encouraged a stronger sense of community within the company, reinforcing the collaborative culture that is essential to Gram Games’ success. The office layout naturally promotes movement and interaction, ensuring that employees do not feel confined to a single desk but can instead navigate different zones throughout their workday, much like transitioning through different levels in a game.
Performance-wise, the office has met or exceeded its initial goals, providing an environment that supports productivity, creativity, and well-being. The strategic lighting design, ergonomic workstations, and intuitive layout have all contributed to increased employee engagement and satisfaction. The design’s ability to blur the lines between work and play has not only made the office a more enjoyable place to work but has also strengthened Gram Games’ identity as a forward-thinking, future-driven company.
Ultimately, the project has delivered an inspiring, adaptable, and high-performing workspace that supports Gram Games’ growth, innovation, and creative excellence.
The office is not just a place to work—it is a living, evolving environment that enhances both the employee experience and the company’s creative output.
Contributors:
Main Contractor: ÜÇADAM Architecture
Project Management: Value Solution Partners
MEP: Ata Elektromekanik, Total Teknik
Av Solutions: 220 Project
Lighting Solutions: Dark Lighting
Furniture Suppliers: Mozaik Design, Code Design, Hamm Design
Other Suppliers: Reset Tiles, Sonaspray
Park Studio Design Team
Mehmet Yasin Altındal
Betül Tuğrul
Buse Kaya
Photography
Images by İbrahim Özbunar
Videography by Mehmet Macid Aksu