architecture are all designed to move the architecture of public buildings
in Turkey forward as a sign of progress for architecture for governmental
institutions.
The building featuring a distinctive transparent façade is located in the
European district of Istanbul and was envisioned as a benchmark for future
urban development in the area. This iconic double façade of glass is part
of a system of transitional spaces and galleries that efficiently distribute
sunlight into the interior city offices. In parallel to this lighting design, the
office spaces contain natural ventilation strategies to secure a healthy and
comfortable office environment for municipal workers.
The transparent and functional features of the building provide value to the
building while also representing the open relationship of the Municipality to
individuals. The extensive use of glazing is complemented by the broad use
of travertine cladding primarily in the interior. Travertine is used to clad the
broad interior surfaces produced in the building’s architectural morphology
of three connected cylindrical volumes. While the building’s exterior emits
a feeling of transparency, in the interior the combination of white surfaces,
travertine textures and glass produces an expansive spatial effect through the
geometry of walls and stone surfaces. The sense of spatiality and openness can
also found in the accessible green outdoor areas and children’s park and in
the interior where visitors can access all nine floors of the building.
This building, one of the 150 Breeam certified buildings in Turkey, in addition
to factoring in issues of energy, health and comfort applied “green” building
principals in the choice and application of materials. Construction materials
that were durable and low maintenance while having a minimal impact on
Yapının yönetim alanlarında traverten
cam ve beyaz yüzeylerin keskin
geometrisi içinde kullanılıyor.
The administrative areas of the building
continue the use of travertine but within a
strict geometry of glass and white surfaces.
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