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Master Thesis Conservation Strategies Against Climate Change Effects on Coastal Historic Settlements: the Case of Kuşadasi Citadel(01. Izmir Institute of Technology, 2023) Çıkıkçı, Süleyman Burçak; Yüceer, Hülya; Baba, AlperClimate change is currently one of the most essential and fastest-growing threats to people and their heritage around the world. Heritage assets and sites are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change due to their age and being in constant interaction with the environment and weathering processes. In particular, historic coastal settlements are highly vulnerable to climate change effects due to their proximity to the sea, which may lead to coastal erosion, changing sea levels, abrupt changes in air temperatures, storms and floods that may damage or even lead to the disappearance of these areas. Thus, developing resilience through tailor-made conservation strategies for historic coastal settlements is crucial to transfer them to future generations. In this context, this study discusses the effects of climate change through the example of Kuşadası Citadel, a historical coastal settlement located in the Mediterranean Basin, which is expected to be highly vulnerable to climate change. The study identified the potential conservation problems that may arise from the effects of climate change on the listed and 'façade to be conserved' immovable cultural assets of the Kuşadası Citadel. Accordingly, the study has developed its method. Area-specific climate change impacts were determined, vulnerability and risk analyses were performed, and administrative, site and building-scale conservation strategies were developed. In conclusion, strategies have been developed for the Kuşadası Citadel, which is highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, to protect it from these effects at different scales. It is an example of coastal settlement research in the context of climate change adaptation and gives guidance for local-scale conservation efforts.Master Thesis The Structural Conservation Problems of Traditional Houses in Eryeri, Mardin, Artuklu(01. Izmir Institute of Technology, 2023) Ercan Gündüz, Yasemin; Turan, Mine; Aktaş, EnginThe aim of this study is to document the construction techniques, material usage, and structural failures of the traditional houses in a village of Mardin, Eryeri, in order to guide a conservation aimed development plan that will be prepared in the future and enhance the related rehabilitation implementations. Eight houses that have preserved their authenticity were selected. Field survey focusing on the structural elements such as foundations, walls, floors, and roofs was conducted with the conventional techniques of architectural restoration. Both failures and also alterations of the buildings were documented. The changes and alterations of the houses are documented. Visual analysis of the constructional qualities was made with Archicad23 tools. Comparison with the traditional houses in the vicinity was made with reference to data gathered via field survey, literature review and archive research. As a result, the traditional houses are integrated with the rocky terrain of the region and in masonry system. There is an intense use of local stone, Yellow Limestone. Vaults are common superstructure elements, but timber floor is also possible. The walls are stone masonry in all. The common structural problems are demolition of structural elements such as roofs. The causes of severe failures are neglect and natural aging. The reinforced concrete additions flanking to the authentic structures also cause failure. Within the scope of the conservation plan, it is important to prevent reinforced concrete annexes and to intervene the annexes that cause excessive loads urgently.Master Thesis Assessment of Conservation Interventions at Bouleuteria in Anatolia(01. Izmir Institute of Technology, 2022) Tekin, Tuğçe; İpekoğlu, BaşakVarious conservation implementations are carried out in archaeological sites reflecting the settlement characteristics and values of the area where they are located. It is seen that conservation implementations are commonly carried out in theatres, temples, fountains, baths, churches and bouleuteria. Bouleuteria are council buildings generally planned close to the theatre and in connection with the agora. These structures with a public function, where public assembly convened, have a square or semi-circular plan, and are covered. Bouleuteria bear importance as they were frequently used during the Greek and Hellenistic periods. During the Roman period, the need for this type of structure faded away and the existing bouleuteria were utilised as odeions. Some of the bouleuteria are used today for open-air gatherings, and for this reason conservation implementations are carried out. In this study, the architectural features of the Bouleuteria of Iasos, Patara, Ephesus, and Kibyra and the impacts of the conservation implementations were examined. The effects of implementations changed depending on whether the scale of the implementation was partial or comprehensive. The materials and techniques used also varied according to their compatibility with the authentic condition. As a result of the evaluation criteria, it has been determined that conservation of original values at the structure scale can be achieved by making plans depending on the condition of the original remains.Master Thesis The Effect of Restoration Interventions on the Indoor Climate of Historic Buildings: Case Study of Tire Necip Paşa Library, İzmir, Turkey(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2022) Çağırgan, Umut; Durmuş Arsan, Zeynep; Gökçen Akkurt, GüldenLibraries are collections of recorded information which can host cultural heritage values that must be protected against mechanical, chemical and biological degradation. To prevent degradations, libraries require stable indoor climates with minimal temperature and relative humidity fluctuations and low concentrations of indoor air pollutants. Aim of the thesis is to investigate if installing a HVAC system is effective in improving the indoor climate of a historic library as a long-term preventive conservation method on the preservation of paper-based collections. Tire Necip Paşa Library in İzmir was selected as the case building which underwent restoration and a HVAC system integration in 2015. Library’s indoor climate was investigated before 2015 which allowed the comparison of pre- and post-restoration periods. Within the scope of this thesis, library was monitored at five locations between 2019-2021. 2019-2020 monitoring results were compared to pre-restoration monitoring results in terms of degradation risks and ASHRAE Chapter 23 control classes. Pre- and post-restoration indoor climates satisfied A1 and AA control classes, respectively. While there were mechanical and chemical degradation risks before restoration, no risk was observed post-restoration. There was no biological degradation risk during either periods. Additionally air pollutants were sampled during summer and winter of 2020-2021 which showed high SO2 and NO2 concentrations. Lastly the BES model of library was prepared and calibrated to investigate if existing HVAC system will continue to provide a stable indoor climate on future. The results of 2050 and 2080 simulations showed that HVAC system will struggle to provide a stable indoor climate.Master Thesis Conservation Aimed Evaluation of the Bath Ruin in Gülbahçe, Urla, İzmir(01. Izmir Institute of Technology, 2021) Çağlıyurt, Aslı; Turan, MineThis study takes into consideration a historic geothermal spring bath house on the coast of Gülbahçe bay in Urla, İzmir. The aim is to identify its cultural asset values and architectural conservation problems. Gülbahçe thermal spring bath house is a historic monument that has preserved its bathing function for health purpose. It is part of the geothermal spring bath group in Urla-Seferihisar region, which is famous with its geothermal sources. The modest structure has preserved its authentic characteristics such as rubbles tone masonry walls exposed without plastering and dimly lighted bathing space circumscribing a pool. Its rubble stone and cement mortar vault reflect the repair attitude of the early Republican era. The monument integrates with its natural setting in between a Mediterranean coated mount and the coast. So, the methodology includes tachometric documentation of the bath house, its visual analysis, historical research and archive research, identification of similar bath houses in Urla-Seferihisar region, comparative study with these similar bath houses, evaluation of the cultural asset values and conservation problems, and proposal for restoration of the bath house.it represents the thermal bathing tradition in the geothermal region of Urla-Seferihisar together with the other baths in Cumalı, Karakoç, Kelalan and Ilıksu. Being positioned within the campus area of İzmir Institute of Technology gives privilege to the monument in terms of its restoration possibility. It will be first scientifically restored thermal spring bath house in its region. As a result, this study carries importance in terms of understanding of the Gülbahçe geothermal spring bath house, and illuminate the way for future studies on vernacular Anatolian bath houses.Master Thesis Evaluation of Window Design and Daylight Performance of Main Room in Kula Houses(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2020) Battal, Cansu; İpekoğlu, Başak; Kazanasmaz, TuğçeWhen developing restoration decisions for conservation of historic houses, determination of daylight performance of the spaces is important for new usage proposals. Among the rooms located around sofa in Anatolian historical houses, main room is the most spectacular space. It should have sufficient and homogeneously distributed daylight in restored houses. This study aims to examine daylight performance of main room and preserve original lighting features in restoration and re-functioning decisions. For this purpose, Kaçıklar, Zabunlar, Kestaneciler and Zühtü Bey Houses, were selected as examples for the research. Daylight performance measurements were taken in main rooms in all seasons, in the morning, at noon, in late afternoon using an illuminance meter. As a result of the study, it was determined that illumination was not sufficient for all seasons in unrestored Kaçıklar House, sufficient for all seasons in unrestored Zabunlar House, in restored Kestaneciler House, also sufficient in restored Zühtü Bey House in autumn whereas insufficient in other seasons. In Kaçıklar House, opening the window that was closed, cleaning the paint on top windows, selecting a light-coloured wall finish material will positively affect lighting values. In restored Zühtü Bey House, the window, converted into a built-in cupboard, and the closed top window to be restored to original state and cleaning of improper paint on the top windows on the south wall will affect the lighting level positively. This study is important in terms of determining specific daylight illumination properties of historical houses and underlines the improvement of repair and conservation decisions.Master Thesis Conservation Proposals for Historic Mithatpaşa Military Hospital Izmir(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2019) Hayretdağ, Hülya; İpekoğlu, BaşakModernization movements have led to significant changes particularly in the military field as well as administrative, educational and health fields in the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century. The first studies in the modernization process became effective in the formation of military architecture by changing the military organization and army order. In the 19th century, military structures such as barracks, hospitals and schools were built to meet the needs of the new regular army. Therefore, essential changes in the field of health during the modernization process were first applied in the military field. Historic Mithatpaşa Military Hospital is a rare example of the Neoclassical architectural features of the Ottoman military health buildings constructed outside of İstanbul during the modernization process. It was built on Mithatpaşa Street in 1891 as Hamidiye Military Hospital to meet the health services of Asakir-i Mansure Barracks, known as Sarı Kışla, which was built during the modernization process in İzmir. The building, which continued to serve health service until moving to its new location on İnönü Street in 1971, was used for various military services until 1988. Then, it was used as a warehouse for many years and lack of maintenance caused the building to be dilapidated. The building, which was transferred to İzmir Katip Çelebi University in 2012 and a restoration project was prepared, is currently under construction. The historic building has preserved most of its original planning features with large patient wards and its Neoclassical facade features. The most significant issues identified in the structure are the unqualified additions made over time and the removal of the original elements. The aim of this study is examining the architectural features of the building, determining the values and developing the conservation proposals. The method of the study is field study, archive and literature research. Within the scope of the study, it was proposed to use the building, which was built as a hospital and is currently used by university, as a Medical Simulation Center, after the restoration process. The proposed function will contribute to the preservation of the historic Mithatpaşa Military Hospital as a cultural heritage.Master Thesis Archiving of the Conservation Data of Immovable Cultural Assets Dating To 1300-1600 in Urla Center Using Gis(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2019) Yönder, Veli Mustafa; Turan, Mine; Demirkesen, Ali CanThis study aims to create a digital archiving system of immovable cultural assets belonging to the early Turkish time frame in Urla historic center. Forming a database with the assistance of the Geographic Information System (GIS) to comprehend and assess the life stories of monuments and to access various user profiles is also considered. In the methodology section; academic articles, books, journals, personal archives, data acquired from state institutions or architectural offices, and the data obtained during fieldwork (physical status and interviews with users) were processed in a GIS platform. Academic reviews and researches of the buildings were conducted. In the decision-making process, which is a sophisticated and multidimensional process, the share of conservation data and data management in the whole process becomes progressively significant. Documentation and registration of architectural immovable cultural assets, which is one of the important figures in the urban context, are conducted under the supervision of the Regional Directorate of Pious Foundations or the Conservation Board. Therefore, extracting a large number of mass data produced each year and making the required classifications make assist decision-making processes. In the discussion and results part, analysis and comparative study of all conservation data of the cultural assets were performed. The results for constructing the database are understanding the scope, accessibility, developers, scale, and data types. In the results for the conservation data archived: are understanding historical background, physical characteristics, conservation activities, and interpreting conservation decisions about buildings.Master Thesis Structural Model Besed Root Cause Investigation of Damage in Urla Helvacılar Mosque and a Proposal for Strengthening(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2019) Narin Güzel, Ceren; Kul Özdemir, Fatma Nurşen; Aktaş, EnginThe period when small independent beyliks (principalities) were founded in Anatolia in the 13th century is called the principalities period. The process of creating a new architectural style in Western Anatolia, as well as the works-built marks an important milestone in this period, which is defined as a transition period between the Seljuk architecture and the Ottoman architecture. The Aydın Dynasty, one of the important principalities of western Anatolia, had its capital at Birgi from 1308 to 1426. The dynasty is known for with its economic and political power and the important works it left behind. Helvacılar Mosque is one of the important works of the Aydın Dynasty, which was built in the 15th century and survives today. It is also an outstanding example to understand the single-domed mosque typology in western Anatolia. Helvacılar Mosque, located in the Kuşcular Neighborhood of the Urla District, is today derelict and abandoned. Heavy structural damage in the structure poses a grave risk for the structure to survive. This study compared and discovered the similarities and differences between Helvacılar Mosque and the similar-period structures situated in Urla and identified the architectural and structural characteristics of the structure with the aid of measured drawing projects. This study used a combination of architectural restoration and structural engineering. For Helvacılar Mosque, the study carried out the self-weight analysis, modal analysis, settlement analysis, response spectrum analysis, time history analysis using three real earthquake records in a finite element model. The aim of engineering research is to identify the present causes of damages in the structure. With the help of finite element analysis, the study put forward the essential repair and strengthening methods for Helvacılar Mosque to repair the damages observed in the structure, strengthen the structure, and obviate the causes of the damages based on the intervention methods offered in the guideline titled Earthquake Risk Management of Historical Structures issued by the General Directorate of Foundations.Master Thesis Preservation of Cultural Routes: Historic Center of Manisa(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2019) Keke, Damla Gül Begüm; Turan, Mine; Akpınar, FigenCultural routes help perceiving the heritage elements in a historic urban site as a whole and transform their display into an enjoyable experience. Manisa historic center is chosen as the study area. The site has housed many civilizations throughout history and had been an important trade center on the historic silk road, but it has lost its integrity with the fire of 1922 followed by modern urbanization on the historic site. It is aimed to search the ways of presenting the isolated cultural and natural assets of the historic center through establishment of a cultural route. The way followed includes literature review, site survey, analysis, evaluation, proposal development and discussion. Features of examples and Manisa cultural route, such as route type, length, form and assets, discussed by comparison. As a result, a common vision for the cultural route of Manisa center with four different sub-themes is determined as “On the Trail of the Silk Road, the Cultural Network of Manisa.” The cultural route will revive the spirit of the caravan route, the experiences of the old travelers, and the traditional way of life. Linear formed, short length stages are suggested. Awareness of heritage protection can be improved by increasing the visibility of the assets along the route stages. It is expected that tourism activity in the region will increase. Proposing local-scale cultural routes in Manisa will pave the way for Manisa to participate in larger cultural route networks by conducting regional-scale route studies.