ASANSÖR
2017 FALL Prof: Hugh CLARKE
The site is located in the Asansör region of Konak/İzmir. The dimensions of the site are 13.5m to 12m and it has 20° slope towards south. The aim of the design was to create a relationship with the site and structure. Capturing the view in the best possible way was the major concern of the design process. Also, curved form of the building exist with respect to the slope of the hill.
The house is designed for an artistic couple, a woman who is a painter and a man who is a musician. There are two entrances to the building. On the north entrance, a triple height space welcomes the visitors. The ground floor consists of a library, along with a hidden space for the musician that includes a recording studio, a bathroom, a wine cellar and a gym. This space, which is located behind the bookshelves, is designed for the needs of the musician and provides complete privacy. On the first floor there are is living space and a kitchen, as well as the second entrance to the building which is located on the southern side.
Moving to the second floor, there are a bedroom, a bathroom and a storage for the residents to put their equipment. In addition, there are two slides coming from the bedroom. One of them goes to the kitchen and one of them goes to the ground floor. These elements give the luxury of going from one floor to another within seconds in a very interesting way.
For the top floor, there is the painter’s studio which has a stunning view of Izmir bay. This floor is designed in order to meet the needs of the painter’s, to boost her imagination and creativity. There is also a terrace on this floor which is suitable for them to host their friends and enjoy the scenery.
The facade is made of double glazed glass and titanium. Double glazed glass helps to block the noise coming from street, and to adjust the heat. It also creates a natural air circulation within the house.
The building is also environmentally friendly. Titanium on the facade cleans itself with the help of the natural light and rain water. Also the solar panels located on top of the flat surfaces on the south, allows the building to produce its own energy.
