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NEF Site 5811 Kagithane, Istanbul This mixed-use project brings a modern-industrial, New Yorkwarehouse aesthetic to the Kagithane, Istanbul area. Two opposing volumes are organized on top of a storefront facade which is pulled laterally across the base of the building. Framed in exposed concrete, these volumes pivot to create a dynamic façade, accented by two window types as well as interspersed voids where outdoor public gatherings can occur. The layout of the building is efficiently designed around the core, which contains the circulation space and serves as a spine around which the residential volumes hang. Clad in a rich corrugated metal, the staircases become an expressive element which both interrupts and highlights the framed facades.
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NEF Site 5809 Kagithane, Istanbul Rolling hills and monumental forms comprise a diverse landscape around the site. Situated atop a vast and sloping ground plane, this project incorporates both the flowing and static elements of its surroundings.
Two distinct towers are placed atop a sweeping plinth of retail, which is stretched along the base of the building at street level. A dynamic striped stucco façade wraps up around the two towers. As lateral bands undulate in and out, they become occupied by planters, balconies, and views. The strong horizontality of this composition helps balance and contrast the verticality of the expressive staircases.
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NEF Site 6242 Kagithane, Istanbul Inspired by the rich hues of the iconic Istanbul sunsets, the residential project incorporates beautiful ombre tones into the angular mid-rise tower. The program incorporates various sized apartments as well as retail space located at the base of the building.
Sandwiching the core, two narrow volumes appear to hover above the transparent base of the building. Each tower's distinct orientation is reinforced by mirrored planes, which offer contrasting canvases for the composition of punched and cased windows. Creating further differentiation between the two volumes, the core pulls out to interrupt the facade and create a thin corten steel reveal between the opposing frames.
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NEF Site 6246 Kagithane, Istanbul
Module, gradient, and depth provide a starting point for the residential building situated within a panorama of homogenous, mid-rise apartment buildings which currently dominate the skyline within the district of Kagithane, Istanbul.
A module is dispersed laterally across the façade, stretching to create a gradient of depth and dimension which is activated with balconies and planted surfaces. The layout of the building is efficiently designed around a core and a large atrium, which creates dynamic views within the interior and brings light into the center of the building. Clad in a warm tone of brick, the staircases become an expressive element, revealing itself between the concrete residential program.
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NEF Site 6601 Kagithane, Istanbul
The starting point of the project is a traditional residential block in an urban renewal area of Kagithane, Istanbul. The building is comprised of four distinct volumes that appear to hover atop a transparent and active base.
Situated atop a rolling hill, the building volumes move across the landscape in response to the topography beneath. The residential tower consists of framed volumes which hang gracefully off of the core, which intermittently reveals itself between the residential program. As the frames rotate, they present unique window typologies, textures, and composition, giving the building a dynamic facade on top of a simple, elegant form. Each apartment designed for ample natural daylight and beautiful views onto the park below.
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NEF Site 7666 Kagithane, Istanbul Inspired by the rolling hills in the area, two main volumes appear to be suspended asymmetrically off of the core. Framing and highlighting drove the formal concept of the project. Differentiated by two strong planes which define its orientation, the active core provides a both a sculptural and structural base, off of which the residential program hangs. Encased in extruded concrete frames, the main volumes offer two complementary and contrasting facades, which are articulated by unique compositions and typologies of windows, balconies, and planted surfaces.
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Residential Dwelling Palo Alto, California A high-end modern dwelling incorporating both a minimalist design and an elevated functionality, this structure achieves these goals through the use of natural materials and textures, contemporary furniture and works of art.
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Modular Housing Sonoma, California Cost and practicality traditionally drive modular home construction. This project strives to inject architectural rigor and richness into the dearth of generic and mainstream prefabricated housing. Vaulted roofs, lofted levels, and open floor plans create uninterrupted spacious zones within the homes. Thoughtful application of natural materials and built-in furniture helps differentiate spaces and movement within the homes.
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