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.
Historic Railway Station and Depot Restoration
Restoring historic train stations and depots: structure, heritage, MEP, adaptive reuse, and keeping transport function — timeless guide.
Read moreChoosing a Contractor in Urban Transformation
How owners pick a contractor after simple majority in urban transformation: criteria, references, guarantees, contract red lines, and revenue-share traps.
Read moreLaw 6306 Fee and Tax Exemptions Guide
Title-deed fee and charge exemptions under Law 6306 for risky-building transformation — proportional relief on merge and development-right transfer, 2026 owner checklist.
Read moreConservation Zoning Plan (KAİP) Guide
What is a conservation zoning plan (KAİP)? Relation to listing, conservation board, building rights, and how owners and architects read the plan.
Read moreIndustrial Heritage Adaptive Reuse
Factory and warehouse conversion: structure, MEP, fire safety, conservation board process for listed industrial buildings—2026 guide.
Read moreWhat Is Street Rehabilitation?
Street-scale rehabilitation in historic fabric: façades, roofs, streetscape, board approval, Güdül-style tourism and how it differs from urban renewal.
Read moreAsbestos Removal Before Demolition
Pre-demolition asbestos inventory, selective removal, licensed disposal and TS 13895 compliance in urban renewal—parallel planning with the 90-day evacuation frame.
Read moreRisky Area vs Reserve Building Zone
Law 6306: differences between risky building, risky area and reserve building zone—declaration, owner rights, demolition triggers and 2026 practice.
Read moreSeismic Isolators in Old and Historic Buildings
When are seismic isolators viable in old buildings? Historic fabric limits, alternatives and project decision guide.
Read moreRemoving Risky-Building Annotations Guide
After demolition: removing the risky-building deed note, recording Law 6306 status, and how annotations work after subdivision (2026).
Read moreDevelopment-Right Transfer in Urban Renewal
February 2026 rule: transfer of development rights and building outside the application area when soil or legal constraints block on-site rebuilding.
Read moreHeritage Aid Limits 2026 Decree
2026/2 decree updates immovable heritage aid caps: project preparation TRY 1,445,564 and works TRY 5,782,274, plus application conditions.
Read moreRestoration VAT and Tax Relief 2026
Listed building restoration: VAT exemption under Law 3065/13-g and 100% income/corporate tax deduction—2026 practice guide.
Read moreUrban Transformation Rent Aid 2026 Guide
2026 rent aid: 18 months for risky buildings, 48 months in reserve areas; e-Government application, documents and payment timeline.
Read more90-Day Evacuation and Demolition Guide
Max 90 days for evacuation and demolition of risky buildings: police support, rent-aid applications, and parallel process management guide 2026.
Read moreSimple Majority in Urban Transformation 2026
February 2026 regulation lowered the urban transformation decision threshold from 2/3 to simple majority (P+1). Owner meeting and share sale guide.
Read moreSelimiye Stucco Work and Restoration Ethics
Selimiye Mosque stucco restoration ethics: evidence-based conservation, ICOMOS principles, conjectural completion, and authenticity.
Read moreVenice Charter: Authenticity in the Climate Era
Venice Charter and authenticity in the climate era: restoration ethics, original materials, climate adaptation, and ICOMOS principles.
Read moreAfter Earthquake: Strengthening or Rebuilding?
After earthquake: strengthening vs rebuilding? Historic building seismic retrofit, cost, regulations, and decision criteria guide (2026).
Read moreArtificial Intelligence in Architecture: Application Areas Guide
AI in architecture: generative design, energy simulation, H-BIM integration, and project optimisation guide for architects (2026).
Read moreModular Construction and Housing Crisis 2026 Guide
Modular construction and housing crisis 2026: offsite production, prefab housing, fast delivery, and sustainable building solutions guide.
Read moreArchitecture and Restoration Agenda 2026 Map
Architecture and restoration agenda 2026: sector map covering sustainability, adaptive reuse, AI, earthquake, and conservation ethics themes.
Read moreConstruction Productivity Paradox 2026: AEC Guide
Construction productivity paradox 2026: AEC sector efficiency decline, project management solutions, and digital transformation strategies guide.
Read moreUrban Transformation: Speed vs Urban Memory Guide
Balancing speed pressure and urban memory in urban transformation: historic fabric, heat island effect, and sustainable planning guide 2026.
Read moreLow-Carbon Materials in Restoration: 2026 Guide
Low-carbon restoration materials: EPD documents, CLT, traditional lime mortar, and sustainable repair criteria. Expert 2026 application guide.
Read moreConstruction Labour Crisis and Solutions: Skilled Worker Shortage Guide
Construction labour crisis and solutions: skilled worker shortage, modular construction, DfMA, and site efficiency guide. 2026 sector analysis.
Read moreWhat Is Adaptive Reuse? Retain-Convert Instead of Demolish-Rebuild
What is adaptive reuse: retain-convert instead of demolish-rebuild, historic building conversion, permit process, and restoration principles guide.
Read moreEmbodied Carbon and Adaptive Reuse Restoration Guide
Embodied carbon and adaptive reuse restoration: reducing carbon footprint by preserving existing building stock, material selection, and 2026 application guide.
Read moreSafranbolu and Mardin Historic Building Restoration: Regional Guide
Safranbolu and Mardin restoration: regional architecture, process, application guide.
Read moreHistoric Building Restoration in Bursa: Process and Application Guide
Bursa historic restoration: Ottoman heritage, conservation board, process and application guide.
Read moreWhy Is Cultural Heritage Protection Important? Social and Economic Dimensions
Why protect cultural heritage? Identity, tourism, economy, sustainable development guide.
Read moreHistoric Building Insurance: Coverage, Types, and Application Guide
Historic building insurance: coverage, types, restoration insurance, application and claims process.
Read morePost-Restoration Interior Design: Application Principles
Post-restoration interior design: furniture, lighting, colour, authentic value preservation principles.
Read moreHistoric Garden and Landscape Conservation Guide
Historic garden conservation: Ottoman gardens, fountains, tree inventory, restoration principles.
Read moreHVAC and Climate Control Systems in Historic Buildings Guide
HVAC in historic buildings: moisture control, concealed services, energy efficiency, conservation guide.
Read moreInterior Restoration in Historic Buildings: Conservation and Comfort Balance
Interior restoration: conservation-comfort balance, materials, lighting, functionality guide.
Read morePost-Excavation Finds Inventory Guide
Archaeological finds inventory: recording, classification, storage, digitisation guide.
Read moreOpen-Air Museum Design and Application Guide
Open-air museum design: visitor routes, protection structures, landscape, implementation guide.
Read moreMosaic Area Protection and Covering Techniques Guide
Mosaic protection and covering: temporary and permanent protection, moisture control, visitor management.
Read moreExcavation and Restoration Coordination: Archaeologist–Architect Collaboration
Excavation and restoration coordination: archaeologist-architect collaboration, process, responsibilities.
Read moreCaravanserai Restoration: Process and Technical Application Guide
Caravanserai restoration: courtyard plan, stonework, roof repair, adaptive reuse guide.
Read moreHistoric School and Hospital Building Restoration
School and hospital restoration: adaptive reuse, accessibility, MEP compliance guide.
Read moreHistoric Bridge and Water Structure Restoration Guide
Bridge and water structure restoration: arches, culverts, flood management, conservation techniques.
Read moreSynagogue Restoration: Process, Permits, and Conservation Principles
Synagogue restoration: process, permits, conservation principles, technical interventions, community coordination.
Read moreArmenian and Greek Architectural Heritage: Restoration Guide
Armenian and Greek heritage: church, school, residential restoration, conservation principles.
Read moreRepublic Era Architectural Heritage and Conservation Principles
Republic era heritage: early Republic, modernism, conservation principles, and restoration guide.
Read moreByzantine Architecture and Restoration Approaches
Byzantine architecture: basilica, central plan, mosaic, fresco, and restoration approaches.
Read moreSeljuk Period Architecture and Restoration Principles
Seljuk architecture: stonework, portals, domes, and restoration principles guide.
Read moreWhat Is the Difference Between Conservation and Restoration?
Conservation vs restoration: definitions, international principles, Turkey practice, and project selection guide.
Read moreHistoric Flooring and Floor Covering Restoration
Floor restoration: wood, stone, mosaic, terracotta, and protection techniques.
Read moreHistoric Basement and Foundation Restoration: Moisture and Structure
Basement and foundation restoration: moisture sources, drainage, structural strengthening, application guide.
Read moreStucco and Wall Decoration Restoration Guide
Stucco, plaster, wood carving restoration: cleaning and completion techniques.
Read moreTile and Ceramic Cladding Restoration: Technical Application Guide
Tile restoration: removal, cleaning, bonding, pointing, and protection techniques.
Read moreFresco and Mosaic Conservation: Heritage Building Protection Guide
Fresco and mosaic conservation: moisture, cleaning, consolidation, restoration, and protection principles.
Read moreMinaret Restoration: Process, Techniques, and Conservation Principles
Minaret restoration: process, techniques, lean repair, lead cladding, and conservation board approval.
Read moreWhen Is Earthquake Strengthening Mandatory? 2026 Regulations Guide
When earthquake strengthening is mandatory: 2026 regulations, risky building assessment, methods, and listed buildings.
Read moreZoning and Permit Compliance in Residential Projects: Design Tips
Residential zoning and permit compliance: density, setbacks, floor count, and design tips guide.
Read moreSmart Building Systems and Modern Architectural Integration
Smart building systems: KNX, IoT, energy management, security, and architectural integration guide.
Read moreInterior Design Colour and Material Selection Guide
Colour and material selection in interior design: psychology, lighting, sustainable materials, and tips.
Read moreEnergy Performance Certificate (EPC): What It Is and How to Obtain (2026 Guide)
Energy Performance Certificate: classes, requirements, and 2026 updates in Turkey.
Read moreCommercial and Mixed-Use Architectural Project Guide
Mixed-use project guide: function separation, fire safety, accessibility, and permit process.
Read moreVilla and Detached House Architectural Design Process Guide
Villa design process: site analysis, concept, permits, execution, and cost planning guide.
Read moreArchitectural Design Trends 2026: Residential and Commercial Projects
2026 design trends: biophilic design, modular construction, minimalism, and technology integration.
Read moreSustainable Architectural Design Principles: 2026 Application Guide
Sustainable design principles: energy efficiency, materials, green certifications, and 2026 application guide.
Read moreBuilding Registration Certificate vs Title Deed: Differences and Restoration Role
Building registration certificate and title deed: zoning amnesty, notes, restoration duties, and ownership rights.
Read moreHow Are Listed Cultural Assets Designated? Registration Process Guide
How cultural assets are listed: application process, evaluation criteria, and owner obligations.
Read moreRestoration Tender File and Technical Specification Preparation Guide
Restoration tender preparation: technical specs, bill of quantities, cost estimate, and Decree 5738 scope.
Read moreArchitectural Project Management: Architect–Engineer–Contractor Coordination
Project management: coordination between architect, engineers, and contractor; roles, meetings, and reporting.
Read moreHow to Read a Zoning Status Certificate: Density and Plan Notes Guide
Reading zoning certificates: FAR, height limits, setbacks, plan notes, and project compliance.
Read moreOccupancy Certificate in Turkey: How to Obtain (2026 Guide)
How to get an occupancy certificate: application, required documents, process, and 2026 guide.
Read moreSoil Survey Report: When Required and How to Obtain
Soil survey report explained: when mandatory, how to obtain, contents, and role in structural design.
Read moreBuilding Inspection in Turkey: Process, Purpose, and Responsibilities
What is building inspection? Licensed body process, responsibilities, inspection stages, and owner duties guide (2026).
Read moreQuality Control and Implementation Inspection in New Building Construction
Quality control in new construction: material testing, implementation inspection, building inspection, and handover.
Read moreCost Sharing in Urban Transformation: Guide for Property Owners
Urban transformation cost sharing: land share, construction cost, flat-for-land ratios, and calculation guide for owners.
Read moreZoning Amnesty and Listed Buildings: Rights and Restrictions
Zoning amnesty and listed buildings: application conditions, conservation limits, permits, and restoration duties.
Read moreConstruction Site Management and Implementation Tracking Guide
Site management and implementation tracking: design-site alignment, coordination, quality control, and reporting.
Read moreUrban Transformation Project and Permit Process: Step-by-Step Guide
Urban transformation project and permit process: design, demolition permit, building permit, and occupancy stages.
Read moreOwnership Rights and Flat-for-Land Agreements in Urban Transformation
Ownership rights and flat-for-land contracts: key clauses, share ratios, and pitfalls in urban transformation.
Read moreRisky Building Assessment: Process, Criteria, and Outcomes
Risky building assessment in Turkey: application, licensed report, criteria, outcomes, and urban transformation link.
Read moreHow to Use Urban Transformation Rights: Application and Process Guide
How to use urban transformation rights in Turkey: eligibility, documents, timeline, and step-by-step guide for owners (2026).
Read moreRestoration and Post-Excavation Conservation in Archaeological Sites
Restoration rules in first-degree archaeological sites, post-excavation conservation, and shelter techniques.
Read moreStained Glass and Wrought Iron Restoration in Historic Buildings
Historic stained glass, cast iron railings, and wrought iron door-window restoration techniques and conservation guide.
Read moreOttoman Civil Architecture: Housing Types and Building Features
Ottoman civil architecture: house plans, materials, facade layout, and restoration principles guide.
Read moreAccessibility and Universal Design in Historic Buildings
Barrier-free access in listed buildings: ramps, lifts, door widths, board approval, and conservation principles.
Read moreMaterial Analysis Methods in Historic Buildings
Historic building material analysis: mortar petrography, XRF, brick and stone testing, reporting, and project integration.
Read moreArchitectural Project Stages: From Concept to Construction
Architectural project stages: concept, detailed design, construction documents, permits, and site process guide.
Read moreHow to Obtain a Building Permit in Turkey: 2026 Application Guide
Building permit application 2026: required documents, zoning status, architectural project, process steps, and common mistakes.
Read moreHistoric Bathhouse Restoration: Process, Techniques, and Conservation
Historic hamam restoration: heating systems, domes, waterproofing, hot-cold chambers, and conservation board process.
Read morePhotogrammetry and Laser Scanning for Historic Building Documentation
Survey documentation with photogrammetry and laser scanning: process, cost, accuracy, and H-BIM integration.
Read moreThermal and Acoustic Insulation in Historic Buildings: Application Guide
Interior vs exterior insulation, breathable systems, and conservation board approval for listed buildings.
Read moreJoint Repair in Historic Walls: Mortar Removal and Repointing Guide
Mortar removal, compatible joint mortar selection, and repointing techniques for historic stone and brick walls.
Read moreConservation Board Project Submission: Documents, Timeline, and Tips
Required documents, meeting process, rejection reasons, and reapplication guide for regional conservation committees.
Read moreWhat Is a Monument? Restoration Process and Difference from Listed Buildings
Definition of monument status, difference from listed buildings, board process, and restoration project stages.
Read moreRoof and Dome Restoration in Historic Buildings: Technical Guide
Restoration techniques for timber, tile, and dome roofing systems, waterproofing, and original material conservation.
Read moreFire Safety in Historic Buildings: Measures and System Selection
Fire risk, detection and suppression systems, evacuation, and conservation board approval for listed buildings.
Read moreHistoric Buildings in Urban Transformation: Rights and Conservation Guide
Rights, conservation board process, and restoration options for listed buildings in urban transformation zones.
Read moreHeritage Restoration Grants: 2025 Regulation and Application Guide
Immovable cultural heritage restoration grants: 2025 decrees, monetary limits, application conditions, and required documents guide.
Read moreSurvey, Restitution, and Restoration Project: 2026 Process Guide
Survey, restitution, and restoration project process: Ministry technical specification, pre-study, documentation, and approval stages (2026).
Read moreFrom Traditional Mortar to Nano Materials: Historic Building Repair Guide
Historic building repair materials: traditional lime mortar, nano-lime, injection grouts, and laboratory analysis guide (2026).
Read moreAdaptive Reuse: Converting Historic Buildings to New Functions
Adaptive reuse guide: converting historic buildings to hotels, offices, or cultural venues—permits, conservation principles, and energy balance.
Read moreClimate Change and Historic Buildings: Risk Analysis and Adaptation
Climate change impact on historic buildings: moisture, heat, flood risk, and conservation adaptation strategies guide (2026).
Read moreGreen Restoration in Historic Buildings: Energy Efficiency Guide
Green restoration and energy efficiency in historic buildings: nZEB potential, passive measures, PV integration, and conservation principles (2026).
Read moreAI and Digital Twins for Historic Building Conservation: H-BIM Guide
AI, H-BIM and digital twins in historic buildings: predictive conservation, LiDAR documentation, and IoT monitoring guide (2026).
Read morePost-Earthquake Historic Building Restoration: Damage Survey and Revival Process
Post-earthquake historic building restoration in Turkey: damage assessment, prioritization, strengthening, and VGM revival process guide (2026).
Read moreRestoration 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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