PEAK OF PLACE / Yusuf Banlı
The starting point of my project began with a curiosity: where does Sinasos end? Through the process, I examined both historical and contemporary maps and identified that the end of Sinasos is at St. Nicholas Monastery. Building on this discovery, I chose the monastery and its surroundings as my project site. During the form-finding phase, I referred to an old map sketch of Sinasos from Balta’s book. The sketch depicted a fishing line-shaped path leading to the monastery. Comparing it to the modern map, I identified what I believed to be the starting point of this fishing line form and decided to use it as a reference to revive the old monastery path. This approach allowed me to revitalize the historical path to the monastery.
The masses in my design primarily consist of shell-like structures. The habitable volumes are suspended in the air, positioned within a gridal system. These structures were designed to reflect the silhouette of Sinasos, harmonizing with its historical and natural context. My concept revolves around the idea of being the “final point” of Sinasos. I aimed to design a conclusive space that provides visitors with an immersive experience at the end of their journey.
Upon reaching the final point of Sinasos, I intended for visitors to relive their entire journey from the beginning to the end of Sinasos through the space. This journey is both a physical and emotional one, capturing the essence of Sinasos and its historical narrative. The project intertwines history, form, and experience, offering a space that is deeply connected to its roots while creating a meaningful conclusion to the Sinasos experience. 
