Master Degree / Yüksek Lisans Tezleri

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From Space To Junkspace: Four Episodes Of/In Architectural Theory
(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2022) Yalçın, Zeynep Özge; Erten, Erdem
This thesis focuses on four concepts in architectural theory; space, place, nonplace, and junkspace, and points to understanding possible connections and relationships between these concepts. It aims to investigate how these relationships are established and possible causes in architectural history which might have led to their emergence and use by tracing the evolution of these concepts through a literature review. The discussion will be framed around episodes of debate on the concepts regarding the history of architectural theory. Conceptualized as a force field generated by the dynamism of bodily movement, the understanding of space by empathy theory profoundly influenced modern architecture. Modern architecture’s preoccupation with space was criticized with recourse to the concept of place. Anticipating postmodernist sensitivity place challenged the dominance of space. However, the focus on place, in opposition to space, was also criticized for the tendency to create scenographic effects driven by commercial interest. The “production” of “places” was followed by the definition of two important concepts: “non-place” by Augé and “junkspace” by Koolhaas. By reading the debates around these four concepts as episodes of/in architectural theory, I not only aim to see the relations between these concepts but also understand how the impact of globalization is visible regarding “non-place” and “junkspace.”
A Study on the Use and Design of Mechanisms in Art and Architecture
(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2020) Maral, Mesude Oraj; Korkmaz, Koray
This study consists of research on developmental processes, fundamentals, kinematic properties, and design methods of art and architectural examples that involve mechanisms and a proposal of a novel method of designing polygonal deployable surfaces. The effect of motion studies on art and architecture is analyzed from the first technical studies of motion and portable examples of architecture. The pre-industrial automata, acoustic designs, musical instruments, water-lifting devices, and aqueducts were designed by artists and architects as well; windmills that are the first rotating structures, clocks, clock towers, construction machines and early examples of movable bridges are examined. The kinematic properties and fundamentals of mechanisms are analyzed. The kinematic structural analyses of contemporary art and architectural products are conducted by drawing kinematic diagrams, demonstrating link and joint types and numbers; and mobility calculations. The primary units and assembly methods of them are examined. Strengthening the bond among the fields of kinetic architecture, art and mechanism science is intended. The present study is the first source in which examples from the related fields and corresponding kinematic science are explicitly transmitted for artists and architects. Finally, a novel design method for polygonal deployable surfaces that is adaptable to climatic, functional, visual and/or social needs is developed. The method starts with the kinematic design of the triangular primary unit, which is topologically Bennett's plano-spherical mechanism. The planar position provides covering surfaces, while the spherical linkage generates a 3D dynamic form during movement. The design is adapted to polygons and multiplied in Archimedean tilings. A single actuator can drive all designs. The modularity provides designs versatility and flexibility.
An Analytical Approach To the Concept of 'topography in Architecture
(Izmir Institute of Technology, 2003) Muyan, Cem; Eyüce, Özen
The symbiosis of man and nature reveals their diverging interrelations, which are based on man's shifting idea of nature throughout history. These alterations in man's conception of nature have changed his attitudes towards it, thus his creations in relation with topography. Hence, within the scope of the study, the idea of nature, exploring its shifted meanings, is analyzed in order to contemplate the relationship between manmade and natural environment. Being guided by the urge to anchor to the world, man has always been in search of establishing somehow ideal relationship between manmade and natural environment within which topography remains as the most prominent concept in the context of physical surrounding. Therefore, the concept of topography is handled as the main concern of the thesis. By means of treating topographical formations whether as sacred places or as physical aspect of the world with which to create intimate relationship or as mere subordinate elements, man testifies that topography has had differing impression on his mind in accord with his idea of nature.In today's world where everything may be questioned about its authenticity or its state of being natural, the concept of topography in contemporary architecture, which has also an artificial sense and very different understanding than its precedent conception, is aimed to be explored while revealing its roots.Consequently, in the context of the study, besides the investigation of the changes in the conception of nature and its reflections on manmade environment, the concept of topography is examined in order to disclose the changes in its meaning that direct the way man deals with it. The consequences are aimed to be justified through an analytical method.Keywords: nature, topography, ground, folding, continuity.

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