Openness is a multifaceted concept applied across disciplines like art, philosophy, political sciences, architecture, and urbanism. Despite its diverse interpretations, it consistently conveys ideas of inclusiveness and adaptability. Historically, openness evolved from the flexible systems of Baroque art to modern approaches like incomplete, adaptable structures and participatory design. It can be understood through structural, performative,…

ARCH 301 is a thematic design studio focused on exploring the core principles of architectural design through the creation of a medium-small scale urban hybrid housing complex. The course challenges students to integrate residential units with shared facilities and communal functions, encouraging innovative approaches to collective living. It promotes the exploration of typologies like social…

In Fall 2024, ARCH201 studios explored residential architecture, focusing on the house as both a personal and social space. Students were tasked with designing a home tailored to a specific user, incorporating a portion of the residence for short-term rental. The project emphasized flexibility, contextual awareness, and addressing contemporary challenges related to housing and mobility…

In Fall 2024, in the second and final module of the semester, FA101 students explored the transformation of two-dimensional art into three-dimensional compositions. The project required selecting an artwork from the Ankara State Museum of Painting and Sculpture and deriving 3D abstractions through art analysis techniques introduced in the lecture “From Observation to Creation.” The…