Divan Kuruçeşme

Category: Residential
Type: Hotel
Location: Kuruçeşme, Kuruçeşme Ave. Beşiktaş
Date: 2022
Designer: Gökhan Avcıoğlu
Period: Republic of Türkiye
Photos: GAD (gadarchitecture.com)

Situated along Istanbul’s prestigious Bosphorus shoreline, Divan Kuruçeşme represents a sensitive architectural restoration that prioritizes harmony between the historical silhouette and the natural environment. The project is characterized by a cluster of vaults design that seamlessly integrates a 1,000-person multi-purpose hall within the existing fabric of historic walls, cisterns, and terrace gardens. Beyond preserving the site’s botanical and structural heritage, the design incorporates modern functional requirements—such as subterranean parking and optimized traffic flow—while highlighting archaeological discoveries, including the remains of an ancient hammam and outbuilding uncovered during excavation. By employing sustainable, local materials and featuring green terraces that extend the neighborhood’s verdant landscape, the development ensures that original elements are not merely preserved but actively revitalized as central components of its contemporary identity.

Aerial view of a modern building with a wavy roof, situated below historic stone structures on a hillside surrounded by lush greenery, with several luxury yachts docked along a waterfront.
A panoramic view of a waterfront scene featuring a contemporary building with a wavy roof, surrounded by greenery, overlooking a river with boats, and a scenic hillside dotted with buildings.
Modern architectural building with a distinctive curved roof and large glass windows, illuminated at dusk.
Interior view of a modern building featuring a wooden vaulted ceiling, large windows, and a glass floor displaying archaeological artifacts below.
Interior view of a modern staircase with a curved design, featuring a textured wall and artistic bronze sculpture displayed on the floor.
A spiral staircase made of textured stone, leading upwards with a rounded top, surrounded by a brick wall and muted lighting.
Close-up of a modern floor design featuring a mix of red and white terrazzo patterns, with three empty bar stools in the background.
Interior hallway featuring large glass walls with a view of a stone wall and greenery, accented by modern design elements and a patterned carpet.
A modern spiral staircase with textured stone steps, surrounded by metal railings and set against a rustic stone wall, with muted lighting illuminating the space.
Interior view of a spacious hallway featuring a red floor with abstract white and grey patterns, stone walls, and a staircase in the background.
Underneath a circular staircase with a textured concrete base, featuring metal railings, in a modern architectural space with illuminated walls and artistic decor.
A modern spiral staircase with a curved metal railing, featuring a textured stone base and surrounded by warm ambient lighting.
A hallway featuring rustic stone walls with integrated lighting, leading to an arched passageway. The floor is decorated with a circular stone design.
Aerial view of a modern building with a wavy roof surrounded by landscaped terraces and pathways, situated near a road and dense vegetation.

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