Istanbul: The Latest Architecture and News
Istanbul Painting and Sculpture Museum / EAA - Emre Arolat Architecture
Explore Architecture Studios from Around the World Through the Lens of Marc Goodwin
Moving forward with his "ultra-marathon of photoshoots", architectural photographer Marc Goodwin is putting together an Atlas of Architectural Atmospheres by Arcmospheres, a project that seeks to document diverse architecture and design studios from around the world. Since 2016, the architectural photographer has been traveling "far and wide to capture the atmospheres of architecture studios in order to produce an online and print resource for the architecture community", and after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Goodwin resumed his project with an exploration of Berlin's architecture offices, capturing the work environment of renowned firms such as Hesse, LAVA, JWA, and FAR frohn&rojas, to name a few.
E Poolhouse / Habif Architects
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Architects: Habif Architects
- Area: 100 m²
- Year: 2022
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Manufacturers: JUNG, Delta Light, Fantini, Schüco, Tal Lighting
Amman, Bogota, and Freetown Among the 15 Winning Cities of the 2021 Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Mayors Challenge
Bloomberg Philanthropies has announced the 15 winning innovations of its 2021-2022 Global Mayors Challenge. Hailing from six continents, the chosen projects "seek improvements in the areas of economic recovery and inclusive growth, health and well-being, climate and environment, and gender and equality". The winning cities include Istanbul, Rotterdam, Butuan, and Wellington, and will all receive $1 million and external support to develop their programs.
Hasanpaşa Gasworks Park and Museum Complex / İTÜ & DS Architecture
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Architects: DS Architecture, ITÜ
- Area: 18277 m²
- Year: 2021
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Professionals: Güryapı Restoration
Mecidiyekoy Art & Istanbul Bookstore / KAAT ARCHITETURE + URBAN & caps.office
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Architects: KAAT ARCHITETURE + URBAN, caps.office
- Area: 450 m²
- Year: 2021
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Manufacturers: Reynaers Aluminium, Ceiling - Deckon Aluminum, Desos Precast
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Professionals: SLM Engineering, Taş Yapı İnşaat AŞ
C40 and Arup Showcase Climate Action Initiatives from 11 Global Cities Within a Virtual Exhibition at COP26
This week, the C40 global network of cities and engineering and sustainability firm Arup launched a virtual exhibition showcasing examples of climate initiatives and resiliency strategies from 11 cities committed to addressing climate change. Given that cities account for more than 70% of global carbon emissions, the Global Cities Climate Action Exhibition aims to highlight the role of cities in reaching climate targets through local policies and urban development plans, achieving tangible emission reductions and increasing social equity.
Apple Bagdat Caddesi / Foster + Partners
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Architects: Foster + Partners
- Year: 2021
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Manufacturers: Kasso
KPF's Ziraat Bank Headquarters in Istanbul Tops Out
Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF), the Ziraat Bank Headquarters towers in Istanbul have topped out. The project is expected to become the centerpiece of the new Istanbul International Financial Centre (IIFF), and will incorporate the bank’s headquarters, commercial office spaces, retail spaces on the ground floor, and underground parking.
Antik Dantel HQ / Zemberek Design
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Architects: Zemberek Design
- Area: 6000 m²
- Year: 2020
The Turkish Pavilion at the 2021 Venice Biennale Explores Climate Change through a Renewed Architectural Imagination
Titled "Architecture as Measure", the Turkish pavilion at the 17th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, seeks to explore what and how architecture can contribute to the environment in the light of the current climate crisis, beyond technological dependence. Curated by Neyran Turan, the pavilion will be on display at the country's long-term venue, the Sale d’Armi, Arsenale from May 22nd to November 21st, 2021.
Theodosius Cistern Entrance Building / Cafer Bozkurt Architecture
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Architects: Cafer Bozkurt Architecture
- Area: 440 m²
- Year: 2017
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Professionals: ÖZBAŞ Engineering, 3A Engineering, SAFA - DEMARS Consortium
Ulupinar Textile Headquarters Showroom / Zemberek Design
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Architects: Zemberek Design
- Area: 1070 m²
- Year: 2021
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Manufacturers: Jotun
MAA Unveils New Images of Istanbul's Futuristic Supertall TV and Radio Tower
Melike Altınışık Architects - MAA has just revealed more details and interior images of Istanbul's futuristic 369 meter-tall TV and Radio Tower. Photographed by London-based architectural photography studio NAARO, the new landmark structure has started its main telecommunication functions in November 2020. It is expected to open its doors to public use in late spring 2021.