From May 15–18, 2025, Mercado Design Days brought together local and global creatives from the world of design in Istanbul’s vibrant and dynamic Karaköy district. Hosted by 212 Studio, this inspiring event provided a unique platform for designers to showcase their work. As Factory of Us, we were proud to take part with our Guru Daybed — a reflection of our commitment to sustainable design.

Mercado Design Days: A Crossroads of Creativity

Standing out as an interdisciplinary event, Mercado Design Days featured a wide range of creative fields including graphic design, architecture, digital arts, and product design. The MDD #1 Design Exhibition, held at 212 Studio Karaköy, hosted more than 30 designers and studios. All display units were made from 100% recycled plastic, with plans to transform them into urban furniture for the Karaköy neighborhood after the exhibition.

Guru Daybed: A New Face of Sustainable Comfort

Our featured piece, the Guru Daybed, captured attention with its use of sustainable materials and ergonomic form. Throughout the event, visitors had the chance to experience its comfort firsthand and learn the story behind its creation. As highlighted on the official Instagram account of the event, the Guru Daybed was one of the exhibition’s standout pieces.

An Inspiring Experience

More than just an exhibition, Mercado Design Days served as a platform to explore the social and environmental impacts of design. The showcased works stood out not only for their aesthetics but also for their focus on sustainability and community benefit. As Factory of Us, we are honored to have been part of this vision and look forward to contributing to similar projects in the future.

We are excited to share this inspiring experience at Mercado Design Days with you through the Factory of Us blog. Here's to meeting again in future projects centered around sustainable design and social value.