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in: CONSERVATION OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE: SOUL OF HISTORY, Prof. Dr. Kağan Günçe,Doç. Dr. Damla Mısırlısoy, Editor, İksad Yayınevi, Ankara, pp.386-421, 2024
Istanbul is home to many
historical apartments that are not just structures but living testimonies to
the city's architectural evolution over the centuries. These historical
apartments, valuable in terms of cultural significance, face structural risks
due to ageing and neglect. The urgency of understanding these challenges and
acting is vital in preserving İstanbul's historical apartments for future
generations. A comprehensive study assessed the architectural significance and
structural risks of İstanbul's historical apartments, focusing on the Beyoğlu
district. The study aims to provide a better understanding of the vulnerability
of these structures and propose mitigation strategies to safeguard their
architectural integrity. The historical context of the Beyoğlu district sets
the stage for understanding the evolution of architectural styles and the
significance of historical apartments in this area.
By delving into the
challenge of identifying forgotten and undiscovered historical apartments, the
study explores methodologies for uncovering these architectural treasures,
presenting case studies of rediscovered apartments in Beyoğlu. Assessing the
architectural significance of these historical apartments involves the
establishment of criteria for evaluating their value and techniques for
determining their architectural, cultural, and historical importance.
Through case studies of architecturally significant apartments in Beyoğlu, the
study aims to highlight the unique architectural characteristics and value of their
structural existence. Understanding the
structural risks faced by historical apartments is vital for their
preservation. Common structural challenges and methods for assessing their
structural integrity are explored, with case studies highlighting specific
structural risks in Beyoğlu’s apartments. Mitigation strategies for these
structural risks are proposed, including preservation techniques, structural
rehabilitation approaches, collaboration with experts and stakeholders, and technology
integration in preserving efforts. The study emphasises the importance of
conservation efforts and summarises key findings and their
implications for preserving Istanbul's cultural heritage. It underscores
the importance of sustainable conservation efforts in safeguarding the
architectural significance and mitigating the structural risks of the city's
historical apartments, highlighting the necessity and responsibility for
long-term preservation.