Borusan Art Center, Taksim, Istanbul

Based on the street plan of Beyoglu, this large neon light installation develops its ramifications from the large side façade all the way up to the terrace walls of Art Center/Istanbul.

The concept of this artwork uses the city map as a sign of history, development and identity. Beyond architecture, the topography defines the specific identity of a city. This identity is given and belongs to everyone. Indeed, a street plan is a diagram that tells the story of both the various evolution stages of the city and the people who live in it. Now, the Art Center building is physically supporting this development symbol that literally climbs towards the future.

 at dawn

project drawing study

 view from the stairs going up to the terrace

 view from the terrace looking at Topkapi

 terrace wall