Maran is a contemporary seating project that reinterprets the traditional Şark Köşesi through textile, form, and cultural symbolism.
Rooted in Kurdish visual culture, symbolism surrounding fertility, protection, rebirth, and the sacred relationship between humans and nature and collective memory, the project explores how traditional forms can be translated into contemporary living while preserving their emotional and symbolic presence.
The rug textile has been created with tufting gun enhances the tactile experience.
The low to the ground sitting inspired by Shahmaran myth, symbolising creation, wisdom and healing aspects of the mythological deity.
This motif combines the elibelinde (hands on hips) figure, representing the Great Mother archetype, with the ram horn symbol.
Together, they express themes of fertility, protection, and the union of opposites.
Two Tree of Life motifs frame this composition, symbolising growth and the connection between the earthly and divine. At the center, a mandala represents inner balance and the Self archetype.
Surrounding paisley motifs add themes of eternity and creativity, creating a cohesive sense of flow and fertility.
These patterns features a continuous, flowing line inspired by the serpent, symbolising transformation, renewal, and instinct.
Its fluid movement contrasts with the centered base cushion.
Shahmaran-inspired faces at each end mark point of transitions and frame the piece.
