Asia s leading paint brand, Nippon Paint, introduced the Waterfront Paint, which is developed with its expertise in the wood product group, at the launch it held at Ahmet Rasim Paşa Waterfront Mansion.In the event where Master Architect/Restorator Seda Özen and Interior Designer/Stylist Yeşim Kozanlı gave information on the place and use of wood in Turkish history, famous Art Historian and Guide Associate Dr. Sedat Bornovalı had a pleasant conversation with the participants.Increasing the quality of all living spaces with the innovative solutions it offers, Nippon Paint introduced the Waterfront Paint which is developed within its 140 years of experience, technological power and an innovative approach that focuses on people.

The launch of the Waterfront Paint, which will make a strong contribution to the protection of wooden waterfront mansions, which are among the most important cultural heritage of Turkey, was held at Ahmet Rasim Pasha Mansion. In the event that attracted attention, Master Architect and Restorator Seda Özen talked about the place of wooden structures in Turkish architectural history and the story of the wood that constitutes the waterfront mansions on the Bosphorus. Yeşim Kozanlı, an interior designer and stylist, mentioned the sustainability of wood as a material used for healthy spaces and the ways of using wood in modern architecture.

During the event, Associate Dr. Sedat Bornovalı, the famous Art Historian and Guide Associate,took part in a pleasant chat about history, architecture and art.The Waterfront Paint, which provides superior protection for the historical waterfront mansions, which are considered among the most outstanding examples of architecture and the dazzling and rare structures of the Bosphorus, made a great hit with the participants. At the event hosted by the Nippon Paint-Betek Deputy General Manager, Arzu Uludağ, she said: "We continue to develop products that will pave the way for the creativity of professional users who seek more than conventional solutions in Turkey.We create products not only with technology and innovation, but also with our human-oriented brand identity. As a brand, we consider it our priority to develop environmentally friendly products as much as our innovative and pioneering approach. At the same time, we aspire to support the transfer of our values, which have been filtered through the centuries, to new generations.

We attach great importance to the Waterfront Paint, our new product, as it serves both our sustainability and social contribution goals. Today, we once again emphasized our expertise in wood protection  that we offer in Nippon Paint s wide and innovative product range by introducing the Waterfront Paint, which we believe will bring a breath of fresh air to the industry. Our WoodCare Wood Product Group, which includes the Waterfront Paint, provides long-term preservation of wood, making a great contribution to the widespread safe construction of wooden structures and transferring them to future generations.

I believe that this new product, which I think will make a tremendous impact in this respect, will serve the preservation of our cultural heritage and sustainability.”

The right hands should be laid on artifacts!The Art Historian and Guide Associate,

Dr. Sedat Bornovalı said the following about the preservation of historical buildings: "The skillful preservation and restoration works for historical artifacts both help revive that history and make their presence in our lives more meaningful.

Since the past and the present are intertwined, it is not possible to exclude historical artifacts from our lives. The main thing we should pay attention to is to trust the historical artifacts with experts and institutions. With the right business partners, we can have the chance to carry these valuable legacies to future generations in the most careful way. Those who know the value of historical artifacts and strive to pass them on to the future generations can make very important touches with the right materials.”The most indispensable thing for wooden structures is the right paint! In her speech emphasizing the place and importance of wood in Turkish architectural history, Seda Özen, Master Architect and Restorator  said, “If we want wooden structures to be long-lasting, the right paint application is the most indispensable thing for us.

We have examples of wooden structures from the 12-13th centuries in many parts of Turkey. These examples are invaluable to us, and our roots sprout from these structures. If we want to help these historical buildings survive and have a prolonged life, it is necessary to use high quality paints suitable for the natural structure of wood and to do the necessary maintenance with the right applications that recognize the wood.” With its naturalness, wood is a sustainable and timeless product that integrates with people! Interior Designer and Stylist Yeşim Kozanlı said, “Many of our designs and materials that we use also have a healing power.

Wood is one of the strongest example, because we can see how wood is shaped by nature.

I think we realized that with the pandemic, if we appreciate nature a little bit more, the value given to wood will increase as it is both more sustainable and feels good when touched. In addition, with a somewhat emotional approach wood is a product that makes us feel the concept of time living with us and it actually ages with the user.”