İshak Şimşek Arhitecture
Architecture and design projects exploring adaptive reuse, cultural spaces, and sustainable interventions across Turkey and the region.
The Adsequor: A Leaning Tower That Works as a Living Machine for İzmir's Meles Delta
Naz Kaplan's thesis turns a hotel high-rise into regenerative infrastructure, collecting water and freeing wetland ground across the Meles Delta.
Alaçatı Port 14 Residences: Adaptive Reuse Residential Design in İzmir by Erginoğlu & Çalışlar Architects
Adaptive reuse residential complex in Alaçatı featuring four blocks, pastel façades, stone textures, balconies, mezzanines, open circulation, Mediterranean landscape, and sea views.
The Oblique Sunshine: Innovative Residential Architecture by Man Office in Mashhad, Iran
The Oblique Sunshine by Man Office in Mashhad blends innovative residential design, oblique facades, sunlight optimization, and participatory construction challenges.
Fatma Ana Cemevi and Culture Center: A Contemporary Alevi Cultural Landmark in Istanbul
Contemporary Cemevi and cultural center in Istanbul uniting Alevi worship, community gathering, public space, timber warmth, and stone continuity.
Dehkadeh Iwan House by Super Void Space: A Contemporary Revival of Iran’s Architectural Heritage
A restored Iranian villa reimagines the traditional Iwan with bold brick arches, enhanced height, courtyards, and luminous details connecting past and present.
Séraphin of Urtsadzor Shelter: An Immersive Architectural Workshop in the Armenian Caucasus
Séraphin of Urtsadzor Shelter is a collaborative, multi-species architectural workshop in Armenia, blending hands-on construction, ecology, and immersive community experience.
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2 Ivans 2 Houses by HAMAAN Studio – Contemporary Iranian Housing Rooted in Tradition
Two Ivans create dynamic open and semi-open spaces, blending tradition and modernity to shape two distinct, connected homes in contemporary Iran.
INTERFACE: A Mixed Reality Athenaeum Where Architecture Becomes a Living Digital Layer
Floating platforms on water host holographic overlays through Hololens devices, turning unfinished volumes into full-scale design laboratories.
The Ismaili Center Houston by Farshid Moussavi Architecture: A Landmark of Pluralism, Culture, and Contemporary Islamic Design
A contemporary cultural sanctuary blending Islamic design, luminous spaces, and resilient landscapes to foster reflection, learning, community dialogue, and spiritual connection in Houston.
Ibraaz Art Space by Counterspace — A Living Architecture of Gathering, Culture, and Belonging
Ibraaz Art Space by Counterspace redefines cultural architecture as a living, evolving space for art, community, memory, and belonging.
IzQ Innovation Center by Ofisvesaire
Adaptive reuse of Izmir Chamber of Commerce into a dynamic innovation hub, integrating kinetic façade, collaborative spaces, and waterfront connectivity.
