ARCH501 Master Studio I
Instructors
Assist. Prof. Buket METİN, Assoc. Prof. Özlem KEVSEROĞLU KURBAN
Course Description
Studio 1 intends to observe and examine the social and spatial layers of an urban form and develops architectural research based on it. The studio deals with the urban form and seeks to reconsider their spatial and social organizations, living attitudes, culture, and localconstruction practices in their former and current context to develop architectural research. The studio focuses on (re)production of the space and architectural artifact to explore its contradictions in daily life in an inter-/transdisciplinary context. It also emphasizes on identity, the role of society/culture, interactions of place, and sustainability for understanding the life and social/cross-cultural interactions over the use of the space. The studio develops alternative ways of examining, criticizing, and interpreting the architectures.
Design Topic
Studio 1 aims to conduct architectural design research in the Erkilet district of Kayseri, including its close neighborhood along Erkilet Boulevard. Initially, students are required to develop a systematic analysis and representation of the spatial and social patterns, living practices, cultural elements, and local construction techniques within the context of the area’s historical and administrative frameworks. The research outcomes are expected to uncover the district’s past and present living patterns and morphological characteristics, providing a foundation for future projections. Subsequently, students will propose alternative design scenarios focusing on technological advancements, green transformation practices, green consensus processes, and sustainable development goals.