Foreign tourists from all over the world visit Istanbul to acquire authentic Turkish handicrafts and in search for that perfect item to add a piece of history into their homes, one that tells a story of their experience from their travels.In Istanbul, there are many unique design shops located around the city that offer customers one of a kind items that are sure to add some character to their home. These boutiques must be visited in order to truly appreciate the original art and design of their products, where they apply tradition and authentic workmanship, blended with modern day production techniques.So, if you want to get a glimpse of some of the best and most unique handcraft designs, read on to discover some of Istanbul's specialty design shops:ArmagganLocated in the heart of Istanbul, Armaggan is known for its prestigious luxury goods ranging from jewelry, home décor, textiles, carpets, leather goods and even art. Its exclusive "Unique by Design" collection offers customers a glimpse into Anatolian heritage, dating back to the 16th century. This limited edition collection is handcrafted and is meant to be passed down to the next generation in your family. All products are carefully crafted using the finest materials and each piece reflects authentic craftsmanship with contemporary designs. But be prepared to shell out the big bucks, because high quality and design doesn't come cheap.HaremliqueLocated in Istanbul's Besiktaş district, Haremlique specializes in luxury handmade linens ranging from bed, bath and tabletop linens, lavish towels and robes, scented candles, soaps and other accessories. Using careful craftsmanship and the finest quality fabrics, Haremlique's designs are kept simple to preserve the essence of fine craftsmanship, and are detailed with themes from authentic Ottoman designs. With many locations throughout Turkey, the company also offers a bespoke service, providing personalized, custom made and fitted linen designs for private yachts and homes.Hiç Contemporary CraftsLocated in Tophane in Istanbul, Hiç is the place to go if your favorite pastime includes decorating your home. This specialty design store carries handmade rugs, pillows, ceramic wear, specialty home décor items and handcrafted furniture. Keeping the tradition of arts and crafts alive, Hic has a colorful vibe with a contemporary feel, which is still built on traditional foundations. Inspirations for many of the designs are inspired by the design team's travels to Europe, Africa and Asia, but there are also Turkish designers present to ensure Turkish flavor is present in their items.HammTraditional craftsmanship and modern designs are combined to create the unique products at Hamm. The six-person design team here uses natural wood finishes when constructing their furniture, ranging from handmade tables, chairs and mirrors. Home décor items, lamps, ceramics and pillows are also featured in their showroom. Hamm also supports local designers whose products are available in-store, which include textiles, terrariums and many other items and brand names. With two locations to serve you, one in upscale Nişantaşı and the other in trendy Tophane, this unique concept store is sure to have something to satisfy your decorating needs.MüzThis surprising store in Çukurcuma offers a different twist on handmade crafts. Not your typical retail store, Müz specializes in handmade terrariums, pots, and vases, which house small cacti and other lush plants, creating botanical inspirations for your living space. The geometric glass terrariums come in all shapes and sizes, and the tiny scenes have quickly become one of the most popular items to add to your home. The store also carries handcrafted Yuka Jewelry made by Güliz Mustafaoğlu. You can also drop in for a coffee while browsing the lush plants and relaxing space, as the shop doubles as a coffee shop serving freshly ground coffee from Petra coffee beans. If you can't find what you are looking for, the team at Müz will custom design the perfect miniature landscape for you.