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OPEN AIR MARKET NEW PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
SISLI MEMORY PARK +
GRAND HYATT
SCULPTURE GARDEN
DIVANI ITU UNDERGROUND MULTIFUNCTIONAL SPACE
ECO BRIDGE
UNDERGROUND OPEN GALLERY
MUNICIPAL PARK
TALIMHANE DISTRICT
INTERCONTINENTAL
GREEN AREAS 45%
SOFTSCAPE 17%
ATATURK LIBRARY
GEZI PARK
HARDSCAPE 38%
TAKSIM SQUARE MOSQUE
/ A HOLISTIC APPROACH
the century-long symbolic and ideolog-
It is a design proposal that presents
ical struggle continues to take place.
clear intentions and proposes coherent
Shifting away from the sole traditional
scenarios for the utilization of the urban
point of reference that has for decades
space, incorporating in a dialectical
been the Republic’s Monument, the new
manner matters of history, heritage, so-
urban conglomeration of the expanded
cial and economic structures, ecology,
Taksim Square area and the Gezi Park
etc. The Taksim Urban Design Competi-
have now assumed an equally important
tion presents an intricate challenge as
and complementary role.
the site is imbued with social and polit-
Taksim Square has now become a new
ical references, memories, symbolisms
urban cluster that combines the Square,
and stands as a strong reference point
the (Gezi + Municipal) Parks, and the for-
for the people of Istanbul and Turkey as
mer (Cumhuriyet) Avenue together in a
a whole.
new aggregate – the Taksim Metropoli-
We strongly believe that as memories
tan Area. The new cluster introduces an
exist and live within the area, the area
urban scale appropriate to the scale of
must live and develop through them. At
today’s Istanbul. The proposed design
the same time we believe in the power of
embraces a society in flux and wishes to
design to force novel arrangements and
accommodate the constant flow of peo-
suggest a new urban experience.
ple and ideas.
/ TAKSIM METROPOLITAN AREA
/ CULTURE VALLEY
The Competition Area comes together
At the Macro scale it is important to iden-
as an amagalma of successive urban
tify Taksim as part of a larger network of
interventions, following political and so-
public spaces, green spaces and a web
cial aspirations of various parties in the
of transportation and communication
course of the years.
structures. Along these lines, and the in-
As the city grows in size, thus Taksim
itial vision of Henri Prost, a very strong
Square’s presence and symbolic herit-
connection of the vibrant core of the city
age grow in importance. Through the lat-
at the South part with the wide Green ar-
est urban developments and their coun-
eas on the north is set as one of the main
teractions, from 2013 up to this day a new
targets of the design.
expanded terrain has emerged where REPUBLIC
PARK
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MONUMENT MAKSEM
LIBRARY MARMARA AGHIA TRIADA
HOTEL
BEYOGLU TAKSIM SQ.
CITY / SITE PLAN / SCALE 1:2000
/ PERSPECTIVE AERIAL VIEW
/ PROCESS DIAGRAMS
/ AREA MAP
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/ VIEW FROM THE OPEN GALLERY
A new mezzanine floor, a semi-open space serving also as part of a new route to enter the Square from the Underground Stations of Tarlabasi Blv becomes the Open Gallery featuring works of art from upcoming artists
/ SITE PLAN / SCALE 1:500
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NEW URBAN TERRACE Right above the Subway Entrance, a new important circulation node is introduced. Cantilevering above the entrance, a new Terrace forms the ideal location where the visitor can have an overview of the Republic Monument Area from a vantage point. Easily accessible from the Gezi Stairs, the Terrace is also serviced by the Subway elevators that are raised up to this elevation. Centrally located in this area lies also the cafe overshadowed by the large metallic canopy.
/ REPUBLIC MONUMENT AND THE NEW TERRACE / PLAN / SCALE 1:200
/ PERSPECTIVE VIEW / NEW URBAN TERRACE / SUBWAY ENTRANCE / CAFE
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In dialogue with the Memory Garden that lies above, submerged underground, lies a space for action and participation. A communal – multipurpose area open to all social groups available for seminars, discussions and exhibitions of all sorts. / MULTIPURPOSE AREA PLAN / SCALE 1:200
/ MULTIPURPOSE AREA VIEW
HISTORY MADE CONCRETE
In the entrance of the Gezi Park, the area we suggest as the “symbolic navel” of the Taksim Metropolitan Area, a Garden of Memory and Unity is erected. With a strong physical presence, mostly through its sculptural form, this thematic Garden imposes upon its visitor a strong impression.
These abstact volumes speak of something concrete. They are large depositories of History- of all the histories of the place - as if History could poetically be stored. They are the concrete reminders that important events took place – a space of recollection and memory, but above all a space that suggests a symbolic call to unity and coexistence.The Garden of Memory is planted with Olive trees, to suggest a constant rebirth of hope.
/ PERSPECTIVE VIEW / MEMORY GARDEN / SCULPTURE GARDEN
/ MEMORY PARK AND SCULPTURE GARDEN PLAN / SCALE 1:200
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Along the Western Boundary of the Compe-
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tition Area an extended planting area is pro-
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posed as a filter between the Square and the
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Talihmane District. At its north end this linear
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planted zone is gradually raised, converted
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to a green roof that hosts an open air market
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side panels
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sumes an almost building-like facade at this
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underneath. In that manner the Square as-
end.
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The individual metallic infrastructure that is
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permanently installed in the area, can be eas-
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ily transformed into functional spots serving
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commercial, informational or promotional Axonometric Diagram of Market Infrastructure Units :
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multifunctional area suitable to fulfill all de-
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3. Wooden Boards 4. Polycarbonate Sheets
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* **each unit measures 5,00 x 5,00 x 2,80 m
/ AXONOMETRIC DRAWING / MARKET UNIT
/ OPEN AIR MARKET PLAN / SCALE 1:200
/ OPEN AIR MARKET / DAY VIEW
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/ OPEN AIR MARKET / NIGHT VIEW
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/ LIGHTING PLAN
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Outdoor areas are essential gathering places for communities and the right lighting solu-
02. spot lights 03. bollards
tions can turn them into unique visual expe-
04. lighting poles 4m 05. lighting poles 8m
riences saving, at the same time, energy and
06. lighting poles 12m
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07. lighting poles 25m
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reducing environmental impact. Proposed lighting design will clarify the layout of outdoor spaces by emphasizing walkways, focal
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points, gathering places, space entrances and highlighting the identity and history of the area.
/ ACCESS TO ATATURK CULTURAL CENTER / NIGHT VIEW
sirable requirements of temporary activities. Necessary supporting storage and hygiene facilities are developed inside the pedestal
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/ LIGHTING TYPOLOGIES
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goals. The whole installation determines a
of this raised up green zone.
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URBAN FURNITURE
Float Glass
An integrated design proposal must take into account all social and age groups, providing easy access, security and services throughout the day. Our proposal envisages an urban space that is kept lively round the clock, ensuring at all times that emergency situations are easy to handle.
Roof Panels
An array of stations (stands) throughout the park allow for easy access to an emergency call but also 24/7 hotspot access to the internet. The same stations could work as battery charging spots. Sitting of various types is arrayed across the area providing comfort and rest areas. These areas will also be integrated in an internet
Secondary Structure
hot-spot network.
Primary Structure
you are here
SUSTAINABILITY By sustainable strategies we refer to all those systems and processes that help
Metal Pillars
PARK SIGNAGE / WIFI STATION / CHARGING STATION
the Square and the Park reduce their ecological footprint. Besides other fundamental actions, a major effort is to establish two solar energy production units, by the introduction of solar panels
Batteries Storage Space
on the roof of both proposed metallic canopies – a total surface of 1800 sqm.
GREEN AREAS
MEMORY GARDEN
CIRCULATION AREAS
TYPICAL BIKE STATION RACKS / 3 STATION TOTAL / CAPACITY 150 BIKES
WOOD BLOCKS METAL SUPPORTS
( 0,80 m x 8,00 m / sits 10 people )
( 0,70 m x 4,00 m / sits 6 people )
GRANITE
WOODEN CYLINDERS
METAL STRUCTURE
METAL FRAMES
( 0,80 m x variable / sits y’ people )