Kadıköy Cultural Centre
A cultural centre in the heart of Kadıköy with a multi-purpose hall, exhibition spaces and a library. The ground floor and the small square in front work as a single public space.
- Location
- Kadıköy, Istanbul
- Year
- 2024
- Area
- 12.500 m²
- Category
- Culture
- Client
- Kadıköy Municipality
- Status
- Completed
- Orientation
- North-east (courtyard open to the south)
- Daylight
- 80% natural light in foyer and library
- Materials
- Handmade brick, oak, glass
- Certification
- LEED Gold
The project replaces an old car park on a corner plot where narrow streets meet. The volume completes the street line, but the ground floor is fully glazed and becomes an extension of the square.
Scale
To keep the same height as the neighbouring buildings, the 400-seat hall was placed below ground. Four storeys are visible from the street: the library, galleries and workshops.
Brick and timber
The facade uses a handmade brick close to the pale tone of Kadıköy's older buildings. Deep oak fins cut the western sun and give the facade a rhythm that changes through the day. The building is certified LEED Gold.
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