Article source: Tabanlioglu Architects 

Tabanlıoğlu Architects, known for producing internationally relevant, contemporary architecture across the world has embarked on the restoration works of one of Istanbul’s most prominent libraries; Beyazıt Public Library with its rare books and manuscript collection.

Multi-domed reading Room provides a serene and well balanced atmosphere for the readers, many of them are highschool and university students, Image Courtesy © Emre Dörter

• Architects: Tabanlioglu Architects (Melkan Gürsel & Murat Tabanlıoğlu)
• Project: Beyazit Public Library
• Location: Beyazit, Istanbul
• Photography: Emre Dörter
  
• Client: Republic of Turkey, Ministry of Culture and Tourism / Aydin Dogan Foundation
• Architectural Project Team: Hande Pusat, Derya Genç, Irem Çatay, Kıvanç Cucur, Nazlı Tınaztepe, Deniz Manisalı
• Restoration Survey: Budowa
• Structural Engineering: CE
• Mechanical Engineering: GN
• Electrical Engineering: HB Teknik
• Architectural Lighting: Studio Dinnebier                                    

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