Fairmont Quasar Istanbul is the first hotel for Fairmont 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. The state-of-the-art institution aims to inspire passion for learning and to become a powerful stimulus for the development of new ideas and relationships, promoting social progress and intellectual achievement. 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. The project also comprises the restoration and refurbishment of the existing historic liquor factory, while the city garden was transformed into a new international cultural, art and fashion center, complete with statues and historical sycamores. Architect Robert Mallet-Stevens’ sole masterpiece built outside France, the liquor factory was rebuilt as a museum and recreation center.