A myriad of methods are being devised that not only conserve, but also breathe new life into old historical buildings that have gradually lost their sense of function and exceeded their use,... Read more
When architects sit down to design a project, they have to various things into consideration, not the least of which include the client’s expecations and needs, regional factors such as geog... Read more
Fundamental to architecture throughout human history, natural stone, with both its durability and timelessness, has become the material of those who seek a sense of eternity. Continuing its... Read more
Demet Arslan Dinçay Dr. ITU Interior Design Department The choosing of materials when designing an interior takes place as soon as the designer’s pen first strikes the paper. During this ini... Read more
TABANLIOGLU WINS AWARD AT WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL FOR BEYAZIT STATE LIBRARY
The new and old category was scooped this year by Tabanlioglu Architects for the Beyazit State Library in Istanbul, which was hailed as ’a subtle and beautiful restoration’. The design was c... Read more
INTERVIEW WITH MELKAN GÜRSEL, ONE OF THE PARTNERS OF TABANLIOGLU ARCHITECTS, ON BEYAZIT STATE LIBRARY
One of your latest projects, the Beyazıt State Library, was awarded this year as part of WAF (World Architecture Festival). First of all, I would like to congratulate you. It is an impressiv... Read more
The 15th Istanbul Biennial’s title and conceptual framework was announced by the curators Elmgreen & Dragset at a media conference on Wednesday, 7 December at Salon İKSV in Istanbul. Or... Read more
Granted in three different categories; Young Architect of the Year Award, Client of the Year Award and RAF Building Materials Award, the Arkitera Awards have been presented to the winners wi... Read more