A research hub where AI meets biomimicry to pioneer sustainable design solutions. Three interconnected programs unite students, designers, and scientists in Istanbul's Florya district.
ITU Sustainability R&D Center — Research Architecture, Istanbul
Architecture
2023
Built on the Patch Corridor Matrix theory, the center weaves labs, museum spaces, and accommodations into Istanbul's natural landscape. The open design connects researchers with the public, making sustainability accessible to the community.
Three distinct habitat patches for Education, Design, and Research are linked by a single circulation corridor. This architectural approach fosters multidisciplinary collaboration while creating diversity between user groups.
The center aligns with natural patches to enhance urban biodiversity in Florya. Where cutting-edge sustainability research opens to the community, transforming environmental innovation from concept to daily life.
