{"id":7259,"date":"2026-02-05T18:37:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T18:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/?p=7259"},"modified":"2026-02-05T18:38:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T18:38:52","slug":"balance-23-zehra-betul-avcilar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/index.php\/2026\/02\/05\/balance-23-zehra-betul-avcilar\/","title":{"rendered":"Balance 23 \/ Zehra Bet\u00fcl\u00a0Avc\u0131lar\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Project:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Site 23 Dual-Purpose Development\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Location:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Kayseri, T\u00fcrkiye<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Introduction and Urban Context<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Located strategically within the developing urban axis of Kayseri, &#8220;Site 23&#8221;\u00a0represents\u00a0a contemporary architectural response to the evolving demands of modern urban life. As the city expands, the need for structures that can accommodate dynamic professional rhythms without compromising domestic\u00a0tranquility\u00a0has become paramount. This project is designed as a dual-purpose residential development, conceived not merely as a mixed-use building, but as two completely independent ecosystems\u00a0operating\u00a0within a single structural volume.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Architectural Strategy: The Separation of Systems<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0The fundamental architectural decision driving the design is the rigorous separation of access and circulation systems. To resolve the potential conflict between public accessibility and private retreat, the building\u00a0utilizes\u00a0a dual-fa\u00e7ade strategy. The fa\u00e7ade facing the main street is activated to serve public and professional uses, creating a permeable interface with the urban corridor. In contrast, the rear fa\u00e7ade is reserved solely for residential access, turning its back on the urban bustle to create a quiet, introverted entry sequence. This zoning ensures that while the building engages with the city, it protects its inhabitants.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spatial Organization and User Profile<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The development caters to two distinct user groups through this divided circulation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Residential Zone:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Designed for individuals and families seeking a secure sanctuary, the residential\u00a0component\u00a0includes a mix of 1+1, 2+1, and 3+1 units. By isolating the residential core from professional activities, families enjoy a private living environment fully detached from the traffic and noise of the workspaces.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Plus Function Areas:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0These units serve freelancers, small business owners, and consultants who\u00a0require\u00a0independent, high-visibility workspaces. These areas provide professional standards for meetings and focused work, distinct from the &#8220;home office&#8221; concept, yet\u00a0located\u00a0within the same convenient footprint.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Conclusion<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Site 23 successfully integrates the flexibility of a business hub with the comfort of a residential complex. By spatially decoupling the &#8220;home&#8221; from the &#8220;workplace&#8221; through distinct access points, the project preserves the integrity of residential living while contributing a vibrant, functional asset to Kayseri\u2019s developing urban landscape.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-7260\" src=\"http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/0b396ad3-f600-44ac-abff-1d8ab2806fa5-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"991\" srcset=\"http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/0b396ad3-f600-44ac-abff-1d8ab2806fa5-212x300.jpg 212w, http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/0b396ad3-f600-44ac-abff-1d8ab2806fa5-723x1024.jpg 723w, http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/0b396ad3-f600-44ac-abff-1d8ab2806fa5-768x1087.jpg 768w, http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/0b396ad3-f600-44ac-abff-1d8ab2806fa5.jpg 904w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-7262\" src=\"http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/898befff-fa7f-400f-b0ad-36e7395cdc35-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"991\" srcset=\"http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/898befff-fa7f-400f-b0ad-36e7395cdc35-212x300.jpg 212w, http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/898befff-fa7f-400f-b0ad-36e7395cdc35-723x1024.jpg 723w, http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/898befff-fa7f-400f-b0ad-36e7395cdc35-768x1087.jpg 768w, http:\/\/archworks.agu.edu.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/898befff-fa7f-400f-b0ad-36e7395cdc35.jpg 904w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Project:\u00a0Site 23 Dual-Purpose Development\u00a0Location:\u00a0Kayseri, T\u00fcrkiye\u00a0 Introduction and Urban Context\u00a0Located strategically within the developing urban axis of Kayseri, &#8220;Site 23&#8221;\u00a0represents\u00a0a contemporary architectural response to the evolving demands of modern urban life. As the city expands, the need for structures that can accommodate dynamic professional rhythms without compromising domestic\u00a0tranquility\u00a0has become paramount. 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