Luxury Furniture for Istanbul: Yalı, Earthquake Zone, Bosphorus

Istanbul is two cities in one: the historic Yalı and Konaks by the water, and the grand new buildings in Levent, Etiler, and on the Asian side. Both feature generous floor plans, and both are located in an active earthquake zone. This influences the selection more than style.

Earthquake Zone Means: Secure Tall Furniture

What is tall and narrow will tip first. Display cabinets, tall chests of drawers, and columns should be secured to the wall, and heavy objects are better placed at the bottom than at the top. For chandeliers, a tested suspension is more important than elsewhere. This costs nothing and is standard practice in Istanbul.

Large Rooms Accommodate Large Pieces

Apartments are, on average, significantly larger than in Western and Northern Europe, often featuring a salon and a separate living room. Here, deep sofas, large rugs, and opulent lighting fixtures look appropriate, while understated furnishings can quickly appear lost. Velvet suits local tastes and holds up well in air-conditioned rooms.

Humid Summers by the Water

Along the Bosphorus, summer humidity is high. Solid wood then works in the opposite direction compared to dry winters; it swells. Veneered panels on a stable substrate are more stable here, and textiles need air circulation. For delivery: Turkey is outside the EU, customs duties and import taxes are borne by the recipient, so plan early.

Shipping to Istanbul

We deliver to Istanbul. The price depends on the shipping weight, which for furniture is calculated from dimensions and packaging. Zone: Europe outside the EU. The prices stated are gross prices.

Shipment	Shipping Costs
Parcel up to 31.5 kg	€45.90
Freight forwarding up to 150 kg	€219.00
Freight forwarding up to 300 kg	€273.00
Freight forwarding up to 600 kg	€364.00

Freight forwarding goods are delivered curbside. This means: to the curb in front of the address, not into the apartment and not into the room of installation. If you require delivery to an upper floor, please arrange it locally; this page explains what to consider.

Import: Turkey is outside the EU. In addition to shipping costs, customs duties and import VAT are borne by the recipient. With preparation, this extends delivery by a few days.

The complete table with all weight categories can be found under Shipping and Delivery, and delivery times under Delivery Time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should one consider when selecting furniture in an earthquake zone?

Secure tall, narrow pieces like display cabinets and chests of drawers to the wall, place heavy objects at the bottom, and ensure ceiling lights are securely hung.

What kind of furniture suits large Istanbul apartments?

Large-scale pieces. Deep sofas, large rugs, and opulent lighting fixtures. Understated furnishings can quickly appear lost in these floor plans.

Are customs duties applicable for deliveries to Turkey?

Yes. Turkey is outside the EU, and customs duties and import taxes are borne by the recipient. This should be planned for in advance.

Personal advice

We advise you personally and online. Send us your room dimensions or a photo at info@casa-luxury.de and we will put together a suitable selection for you.