Project: Cahide – Thematic Decor & Sculpture Production
Alice Scenic Studios has carried out the turnkey design and production of numerous custom-designed sculptures and decors that reflect the eclectic, artistic, and maximalist identity of the brand for Cahide, Istanbul’s iconic entertainment venue.
- Productions Within Scope:
- Large-scale and high-detail sculptures and figures designed for different points in the venue.
- Unique designs where classical statues are reinterpreted with modern and theatrical elements (masks, jewels, feathers).
- Anthropomorphized animal figures dressed in historical costumes and mythological creatures (Pegasus, sphinx, etc.).
- Functional decors such as carved and gold-leafed horse figures used as interior dividers.
- Materials and Techniques Used:
- The main bodies of all sculptures and figures were produced with the fiberglass (FRP) molding technique, which makes complex forms possible.
- Digital sculpting software such as ZBrush and Maya were utilized during the design and modeling phases for organic and detailed forms.
- Multi-layered artistic painting and patina techniques giving aging, bronze, and gold leaf effects were applied on the surfaces.
- In the final touches of the sculptures, a wide variety of mixed media such as fabric, feathers, metal chains, and jewels were used in line with the concept.
- Project Objectives and Benefits Provided:
- Completely venue-specific sculptures and decors that reflect the eclectic, artistic, and maximalist identity of an iconic entertainment venue were created.
- Every corner of the venue was transformed into a visual feast and an unforgettable experience full of surprises for the guests.
- Dozens of artistic and iconic “photo points” that visitors would want to photograph and share were created, generating high engagement on social media.
- Complex designs that require high-quality and detailed hand craftsmanship were brought to life by combining a wide variety of materials such as fiberglass, metal, wood, and textiles.