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Medeniyetler Yapı - Beykoz

Medeniyetler Yapı - Beykoz

Beykoz, IstanbulMedeniyetler Yapı2024

Twenty-six luxury villas woven into the forest canopy of Beykoz — where architecture defers to nature and every home is a clearing in the woods.

A residential project respecting the natural fabric of Beykoz.

Location
Beykoz, Istanbul
Client
Medeniyetler Yapı
Year
2024

Project Narrative

Top-down masterplan showing villa clusters arranged within forested hillside
01Concept

The masterplan distributes 26 villas across a forested hillside, preserving the maximum number of existing trees. Each villa is sited to capture a unique view corridor while maintaining visual privacy from its neighbours through careful topographic placement.

Aerial perspective of the villa community surrounded by trees near a river
02Design Process

Arborist surveys mapped every tree above 20cm diameter, and the building footprints were shaped around these constraints. Material studies led to a palette of wood tones and concrete-effect cladding that harmonises with the forest's natural textures.

Bird's-eye view of modern villas with pools along a curved road in forest
03Execution

Low-impact construction methods — including prefabricated structural elements delivered by small vehicles — minimised disturbance to the site. Green roofs planted with native species allow the villas to recede into the landscape when viewed from the valley below.

Two-story villa with waterfall feature, garden terrace, and family gathering
04Outcome

Medeniyetler Yapı proves that density and nature can coexist. The 26 families who live here inhabit a community that feels less like a development and more like a village that grew organically from the hillside.

Project Gallery

Villa front facade with cascading waterfall, pool, and colorful garden flowers
Modern dark-clad villa with timber slats, pool deck, and lounging area
Villa entrance with tall double doors, columnar frame, and symmetrical landscaping
Corner view of two-story villa with glass balconies and garden terrace
Angular villa facade with LED accent lighting, driveway, and family arriving
Side view of villa with asymmetric roofline, timber accents, and flower beds
Villa garden facade with central timber entrance, pool, and outdoor seating
Rear elevation of villa with dark render, timber slats, and garden setting
Villa front with tall vertical glazing, flat roof, and car in driveway
Two-story villa with wood and dark cladding, angled roofline, and gardens
Corner garden view of villa with glass balcony, terrace, and palm trees
Villa with brown and dark facade, pool area, and tropical landscaping
Symmetrical villa entrance with tall timber-clad door and car in driveway
Modern gate entrance with vertical timber slats, LED strips, and number one
Grand entry canopy with illuminated Medeniyetler sign and luxury vehicles
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