Ayşe Eftelioğlu Akçay

Ayşe Eftelioğlu Akçay is the founder architect of AEA Mimarlık, leading its architecture and interior architecture work. Her approach focuses on spatial coherence, user experience, material relationships and the integrated development of detail across the project.

Professional Title

Founder Architect · Architecture and Interior Architecture

Education

• 20xx–20xxBachelor of ArchitectureDokuz Eylül University
• 20xx–20xxMaster's Programme in Architectural DesignIstanbul Institute of Design

Experience

• 2015–2017Design ArchitectAtölye 47 Architecture
• 2017–2021Project ArchitectStudio Forma
• 2021–PresentFounder ArchitectAEA Mimarlık

Architectural Approach

The architectural approach is shaped by clear spatial organisation, natural light, material continuity and consistency of detail. Architecture and interior space are treated not as separate layers, but as continuations of the same design idea.

Fields of Practice

Architectural Design · Interior Architecture · Construction Documentation · Design Consultancy

Memberships

• 2021–PresentArchitecture and Design NetworkMember
• 2023–PresentSpatial Research PlatformProfessional Member

Awards

• 2022Young Architects SelectionHonourable Mention
• 2024Interior Design ProgrammeFinalist

Selected Work

• 2025AEA Mimarlık OfficeAnkara
• 2024Kavaklıdere ResidenceAnkara
• 2023Beykoz Living SpaceIstanbul

Location

Amasya, Türkiye

Languages

Turkish

Publications

• 2024Spatial Continuity and Interior SpaceDesign Notes, Issue 12
• 2022Material, Light and ScaleArchitecture Notebook, Issue 08

Exhibitions

• 2024Space / MaterialAnkara
• 2022New InteriorsIstanbul

Lectures

• 2025The Interior Design ProcessDesign Encounters
• 2023Between Architecture and Interior SpaceYoung Architects Talks

Professional Affiliations

• AEA MimarlıkFounder Architect
• Spatial Research PlatformParticipant