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From the Tanzimat to the Present: The Architects of Modern Istanbul tells the story of the city’s rich architectural heritage and its creators. The Balyans, the Fossatis, D’Aranco, Vallaury, followed by Emin Onat, Vedat Tek, Sedad Hakkı Eldem, Doğan Tekeli, and other legendary architects...
This book takes a closer look at buildings of various styles, scales, and qualities—from the Tanzimat Era, when the foundations of modern urbanism in Istanbul were laid, to structures built in response to the needs of today’s modern world that have now become part of our cultural heritage...
Written by experts in their respective fields, the book consists of two separate sections: the Ottoman and Republican eras. The architect interviews interspersed throughout the text add an air of sincerity that brings the historical process to life. From the Tanzimat to the Present:
The Builders of Modern Istanbul is an essential resource for anyone interested in architectural history and Istanbul’s modernization process...