Fairmont Quasar Istanbul is the first Fairmont property to arrive in Turkey. A new icon for the vibrant Mecidiyeköy district, Fairmont Quasar sits at a crossroads in Istanbul – where eclectic neighborhood bazaars and colorful side streets meet modern shopping centers and commercial properties. Set on the site of an Art Deco liquor factory, Fairmont Quasar Istanbul blends a sense of urban culture and industrial flair with the city’s storied traditions and a strong sense of place. Inspired by a rich past strongly rooted in the present, the interior design weaves both heritage and stylish modernity; where the guest experience subliminally mirrors the ageless Turkish concept of journey and welcome. Wilson Associates was tasked with creating Aila, a fine dining restaurant that spoke to the history of the city and its food in a way that was authentic but also contemporary. The firm created an enfilade arrangement of rooms that almost allows guests to progress through the restaurant.