We bring you articles from our architectural practice and current discussions in the field. Restoration, design philosophy, historic buildings and everyday architectural experiences come together on this page.
Restoration in Conservation Zones: Rules, Permits, and Practice
Restoration in conservation zones (sit areas): degree rules, permits, project requirements, and professional guide for Turkey.
Read moreHistoric Facade Restoration: Materials, Details, and Execution Guide
Historic facade restoration: stone, brick and timber repair, lime plasters, heritage approval, and professional execution steps.
Read moreChurch and Monastery Restoration: Process, Permits, and Conservation Principles
Church and monastery restoration: conservation of religious heritage, fresco repair, stone vaults, permits, and professional guide.
Read moreMoisture in Historic Buildings: Diagnosis, Restoration, and Lasting Solutions
Moisture in historic buildings: diagnosis methods, compatible restoration, insulation mistakes, and long-term protection guide.
Read moreHistoric Timber Building Restoration: Techniques, Risks, and Best Practice
Historic timber building restoration: beam repair, frame conservation, insect damage, materials, and heritage approval process.
Read moreReconstruction vs Restoration: When to Choose Which?
Reconstruction vs restoration: when to choose each approach for historic buildings. Legal, technical, and conservation guidance.
Read moreMansion and Waterside Pavilion Restoration: Guide for Private Owners
Mansion and yalı restoration for private owners: budget, permits, design process, and execution guidance.
Read moreMuseum and Cultural Building Restoration: Institutional Process Guide
Museum and cultural building restoration: institutional process, permits, functional requirements, and conservation discipline.
Read moreMosque and Complex Restoration: Key Considerations
Mosque and külliye restoration: permits, material compatibility, dome and minaret repair, and conservation guidance.
Read moreHistoric Inn and Bazaar Restoration: Process, Risks, and the Right Approach
Historic inn and bazaar restoration: structural systems, function change, risks, and conservation-led approach.
Read moreRestoration in Conservation Areas: Permits, Restrictions, and Execution
Restoration in protected conservation areas: sit permits, restrictions, project process, and site execution guidance.
Read moreHow to Choose an Architecture Firm for Historic Building Restoration
How to choose a restoration architecture firm: references, team skills, conservation expertise, and comparing proposals.
Read moreHistoric Building Restoration in Istanbul: Process, Permits, and the Right Team
Historic building restoration in Istanbul: permits, conservation boards, survey stages, and how to assemble the right professional team.
Read moreWhat Is the Difference Between Restoration, Renovation, and Repair?
Restoration vs renovation vs repair: understand the differences and choose the right intervention for historic buildings.
Read moreHow Is Historic Building Restoration Cost Calculated? (2026 Guide)
How to estimate historic building restoration costs in 2026: budget items, hidden expenses, and how to compare professional proposals.
Read moreObtaining a Restoration Permit for Listed Buildings
How to obtain a restoration permit for listed buildings, the restoration process, and the required documents
Read moreRestoration and Conservation: The Right Way to Carry Historic Buildings into the Future
Historic buildings are not just “old buildings” . They carry the engineering, way of life, aesthetic understanding and cultural memory of an era. In this article we address restoration and conservation concepts, the process, types of intervention and common mistakes in plain language.
Read moreSurvey – Restitution – Restoration: What Is a Project Set, Why Are the Three Mentioned Together?
In work on a historic building these three concepts are almost always mentioned together. In this article we explain what each one is, the difference between them, why they are considered together and what purpose they serve in practice.
Read moreRestoration Process in Historic Buildings: Step by Step from Project to Site
Restoration is a disciplined process of analysis, project, approval, implementation and supervision. In this article we explain every step from preliminary assessment to post-construction documentation in clear terms.
Read moreMaterial Selection in Historic Buildings: How Should Stone, Brick, Timber and Mortars Be Chosen?
The success of restoration often depends on correct material selection. We address how stone, brick, timber and mortars should be evaluated and why "stronger"-looking modern solutions can be harmful.
Read moreThe Most Common Restoration Mistakes in Historic Buildings and the Right Approach
Well-meant but wrong approaches like "make it stronger" or "make it look cleaner" can damage a building's authenticity. We clearly address the most common mistakes on site and the right approaches.
Read moreRestoration in Listed Buildings: Process, Permits and Board Stages
Every intervention in a listed building involves legal, technical and cultural responsibilities. We explain which permits are required, how board processes work and what to pay attention to in practice.
Read moreSite Supervision in Historic Buildings: Why It Is Vital
The fate of a restoration is often decided on site. We address what site supervision is, why it is essential and the risks that arise when it is not done properly.
Read moreReuse in Historic Buildings: Use, Conservation and Balance
Disuse is a risk, misuse is a danger. We address what reuse means, what principles it should follow and the most common mistakes in an integrated way.
Read moreMaintenance and Monitoring in Historic Buildings: What Happens After Restoration?
When restoration is complete, the job is not over. We explain why the post-restoration period is critical and how maintenance and monitoring should be handled.
Read moreThe Ethical Dimension of Restoration in Historic Buildings: What to Do, Where to Stop?
Restoration is not only a technical but an ethical responsibility. We address ethical boundaries, decision-making processes and the most common dilemmas.
Read moreRestoration in Private Property: What Should Homeowners Pay Attention To?
A guide for historic homeowners: status, the difference between alteration and restoration, budget, project, minor interventions and post-restoration responsibility.
Read moreStrengthening in Historic Buildings: When Is It Needed, How Should It Be Done?
When is strengthening necessary? The crack–strengthening confusion, correct diagnosis, principles and common mistakes. Quiet and measured intervention.
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