In our design, we have two masses, and we articulated these masses according to the site. The number of floors on the south façade was initially the same as the north, with four floors. However, due to the problem of the apartments on the north façade not receiving enough light, we reduced the south façade to two floors and tried to leave voids on the upper floor of the north wing’s front façade, so that the first two floors could benefit from daylight in the best way.
The balconies on our south façade were designed as open, while on the north façade we applied a loggia design. We added this as a second layer to provide some insulation against the extremely cold conditions that may occur on the north façade during winter months.
The façade of the gallery facing south was designed with perforated walls to create a semi-private area. With its sun-shading feature, the gallery area receives controlled light.
In our podium floor, the atriums continue along the first elevation line, and one atrium takes the surrounding road as a reference. As we approach the edges of the site, green areas increase, and the use becomes more public and free.
The roof on the south wing will be used for growsing greenery and has a system that can be closed on extremely cold days.
Author: Erdem Çokluk, Ezgi Buse Koca
Studio: ARCH 301 Fall 2025
Instructor(s): Giorgio Gasco
