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PERSEMBE PAZARI
Design Project V
Project Team
Gizem Atalık - Cemre Acar, Sevde Ekiz
Design Project V
Project Team
Gizem Atalık - Cemre Acar, Sevde Ekiz
2019
Project Tutor
Bulut Cebeci & Eren Cıracı
Project Tutor
Bulut Cebeci & Eren Cıracı
The neighborhood of Karaköy has a rich history as a bustling port and important trade axis in Istanbul. However, over time, the area has lost its connection to the coast and has undergone several rounds of demolition and rebuilding.
Despite these changes, Karaköy remains an important transportation hub, and is easily accessible from many educational institutions, making it an attractive location for students. However, there is a risk that the area could become gentrified, displacing long-time residents and changing the character of the neighborhood.
To address this concern, a comprehensive student center has been proposed for Karaköy. The center would include cultural areas, working areas, workshops, club spaces, and open spaces, providing a variety of amenities and opportunities for students and other members of the community.
One of the main goals of the project is to add a new user profile to the area without causing gentrification. This is achieved through careful design and planning, with a focus on integrating the new structures and uses into the existing fabric of the neighborhood.
The poor coastline of Karaköy is also reorganized, with open spaces designed to work with the proposed structures. The porous and small-scale structure of the neighborhood is carefully considered in the design process, with an aim to maintain the character of the area while introducing new uses and functions.
Overall, the student center project in Karaköy seeks to preserve the unique character of the neighborhood while adding new amenities and opportunities for students and other community members. By carefully integrating the new structures and uses into the existing fabric of the area, the project aims to avoid gentrification and instead promote a diverse and vibrant community.
"HISTORICAL ANALYSIS"
The Persembe Pazar, or Thursday Bazaar, was once a thriving area of Istanbul known for its dense concentration of production and warehouse buildings. The area's location near the ports of Karaköy and Eminönü made it a hub of commerce and industry.
However, in the 1960s, the Persembe Pazar was subject to a wave of expropriations that had a significant impact on the neighborhood's character and history. As a result of the expropriations, the historical industrial structures of the region, particularly in the coastal part, were completely destroyed. In their place, high-rise apartments were built in the 1970s, fundamentally altering the area's skyline and urban fabric.
Today, the Persembe Pazar is a vastly different place than it once was. The neighborhood's industrial heritage has been lost, replaced by a more modern and homogenous built environment. While the area remains an important transportation hub and commercial center, the loss of its historic character and architecture is a loss not only for the neighborhood but also for the city of Istanbul as a whole.
Despite the challenges posed by the expropriations of the 1960s, efforts are underway to revitalize the Persembe Pazar and recapture some of the neighborhood's lost history and character. These efforts include preserving and restoring historic buildings where possible, promoting small-scale and sustainable development, and supporting local businesses and artisans.
By embracing the unique history and character of the Persembe Pazar, while also adapting to the needs and realities of modern urban life, there is hope that the neighborhood can once again become a vibrant and thriving hub of commerce and community in Istanbul.
"DEMOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS"
The Karaköy region is located in the Beyoğlu district, one of the historical peninsulas of Istanbul. This region has a rich history and culture and is one of the most touristy areas of Istanbul. Demographically, the Karaköy region comprises business owners, tradespeople, small business owners, and tourists. Business owners and tradespeople form the backbone of commercial activities in the area, while small business owners generally operate in the food and beverage, retail, and handicrafts sectors. Tourists visit the region to see its historical and touristic sites. The population in the area varies throughout the year. During the tourism season, especially in the summer months, the population in the area increases. However, the majority of the local population does not live in the area, and it is mainly used for work and commerce. In recent years, there have been some changes in the demographic structure of the area. With the restoration and reuse of historical buildings in the area and the opening of luxury residences and boutique hotels, the socio-economic profile of the residents has changed. Nevertheless, small businesses and tradespeople still form the basis of regional commercial activities.
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