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Seminar Announcement: Naz Kaya
Read more: Seminar Announcement: Naz KayaThe Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design invites you to a seminar by Naz Kaya. Title: “An Eco-Village For Arts, Sports, and Holistic Healing” Date: October 27, 2026, TuesdayTime:…
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Bilkent IAED at the 32nd National Ergonomics Congress
Read more: Bilkent IAED at the 32nd National Ergonomics CongressThe Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (IAED) at Bilkent University was represented through three presentations at the 32nd National Ergonomics Congress, held in Antalya, Türkiye, on October 8–10,…
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“Design Stories” Lecture by our alumnus, interior architect Orhan Ercan
Read more: “Design Stories” Lecture by our alumnus, interior architect Orhan ErcanAs part of IAED481 – Product Detailing Studio, Orhan Ercan will deliver a lecture titled “Design Stories” on October 13, 2026. The lecture will take place in two sessions, at…
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Turkish Association of Architects in Private Practice Awards IAED Instructor Cem Dedekargınoğlu
Read more: Turkish Association of Architects in Private Practice Awards IAED Instructor Cem Dedekargınoğluurbanwalks.ankara, a city walks initiative co-led by Cem Dedekargınoğlu, instructor from IAED, was considered worthy for the Contribution to Architecture Award by Turkish Association of Architects in Private Practice (TürkSMD),…
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IAED 481 – Product Detailing Studio Technical Field Trip to LIVAMOB
Read more: IAED 481 – Product Detailing Studio Technical Field Trip to LIVAMOBAs part of IAED 481 – Product Detailing Studio, students enrolled in the course will visit LIVAMOB’s furniture and wooden products manufacturing facilities in Siteler, Ankara, on October 10, 2026.…
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Asst. Prof. of Practice Dr. Burçak Altay at the 2026 “Belonging” Conference – Harvard University
Read more: Asst. Prof. of Practice Dr. Burçak Altay at the 2026 “Belonging” Conference – Harvard UniversityAsst. Prof. of Practice Dr. Burçak Altay, Acting Chair of the Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, participated in the 2026 “Belonging” Conference, held at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts,…
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IAED401 – Interior Design Studio V Fall 2026 Lecture Series
Read more: IAED401 – Interior Design Studio V Fall 2026 Lecture SeriesIn scope of IAED401 – Interior Design Studio V, a series of public lectures will be organized during the Fall 2026 semester. All of our students and the ones who…
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IAED Researchers at Light Symposium 2026 – Sensing Light
Read more: IAED Researchers at Light Symposium 2026 – Sensing LightIAED instructor Asst. Prof. Merve Öner and PhD candidate İrem Ekin Atasoy, together with Dorukalp Durmuş from Pennsylvania State University, participated in Light Symposium 2026 – Sensing Light, hosted by…
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IAED PhD Candidates at Light Symposium 2026 – Sensing Light
Read more: IAED PhD Candidates at Light Symposium 2026 – Sensing LightIAED PhD candidates Serra Koz, Parla Özkul, and İrem Ekin Atasoy, together with their advisor Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nilgün Olguntürk participated in Light Symposium 2026 – Sensing Light, hosted by…
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Pınar Sezginalp Led the “European Architects in Ankara, Capital of the Republic” City Walk in Scope of European Heritage Days 2026
Read more: Pınar Sezginalp Led the “European Architects in Ankara, Capital of the Republic” City Walk in Scope of European Heritage Days 2026Asst. Prof. Dr. Pınar Sezginalp, faculty member of IAED, led a city walk titled “European Architects in Ankara, Capital of the Republic” on September 20, 2026, as part of the…
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Alumni Homecoming Day 2026
Read more: Alumni Homecoming Day 2026We are very delighted and proud to welcome our graduates for Bilkent University Alumni Homecoming 2026, and present their 35th, 30th, 25th, 20th, 15th, 10th, and 5th year of graduation…
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Seminar Announcement: Damla Soyer
Read more: Seminar Announcement: Damla SoyerThe Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design invites you to a seminar by Damla Soyer. Title: From Body-Objects to Micro-Architectures: Rethinking Interior Architecture Beyond Enclosure Date: June 16, 2026…
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Seminar Announcement: Sevgim Pekdemir
Read more: Seminar Announcement: Sevgim PekdemirThe Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design invites you to a seminar by Sevgim Pekdemir. Title: From Interior Space to Urban Form: Researching Circular Design Across Scales Date: June…
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Distinguished Works 2025–2026 Fall Exhibition
Read more: Distinguished Works 2025–2026 Fall ExhibitionThe Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Bilkent University reopened the Distinguished Works 2025–2026 Fall exhibition on May 11, 2026, with the presence of our Rector, Kürşat Aydoğan.…
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Distinguished Works 2025–2026 Fall reopens!
Read more: Distinguished Works 2025–2026 Fall reopens!The department exhibition of works made in the 2025-2026 Fall semester design studios (IAED401, IAED301, IAED201, FA101), “Distinguished Works,” will reopen on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 17:30 in İhsan…
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Talk: “Architectural Histories of the -Global Sunbelt-” in conversation with Petros Phokaides
Read more: Talk: “Architectural Histories of the -Global Sunbelt-” in conversation with Petros PhokaidesJoin us on April 27th for the final installment of Architectural History and Theory Talks this semester, organized in this semester by Aslıhan Günhan (Architecture) and Semra Horuz (IAED). Date:…
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IAED Distinguished Works 2025-2026 Fall Exhibition
Read more: IAED Distinguished Works 2025-2026 Fall ExhibitionBetween April 6 and April 13, the exhibition “Distinguished Works” by students from the Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (IAED) was held at the FF Building. The exhibition…
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Bilkent FADA Hosts First FADA Fest and Career Incubation Days
Read more: Bilkent FADA Hosts First FADA Fest and Career Incubation DaysThe Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture held its first FADA Fest on April 6–10. The festival brought together students, academics and professionals through a program of workshops, talks, screenings and exhibitions held across…
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IAED Researchers to Present at CII 2026 Symposium
Read more: IAED Researchers to Present at CII 2026 SymposiumMFA and PhD researchers from Bilkent IAED will present two papers at the Current Issues in Interiors (CII) 2026 Symposium, to be held on 15–17 April 2026 at Yaşar University,…
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IAED402 Field Trip to Modyapı
Read more: IAED402 Field Trip to ModyapıOn April 4, 2026, Saturday, a field trip to Modyapı is organized with IAED402: Interior Design Studio VI students and instructors. We would like to thank Modeyapı for their hospitality…
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SustainFest 2026: Celebrating Sustainability at Bilkent
Read more: SustainFest 2026: Celebrating Sustainability at BilkentAfter successfully hosting the Zero Waste Festival for two consecutive years in honor of the International Zero Waste Day on March 30, Bilkent University Sustainability Committee is proud to announce…
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Book Talk: “Architecture and Social Sustainability: Understanding The New Paradigm” in conversation with Alexandra Staub
Read more: Book Talk: “Architecture and Social Sustainability: Understanding The New Paradigm” in conversation with Alexandra Staub2026 Spring Architectural History and Theory Talks will hold its second installment in 2026 Spring semester with Alexandra Staub, professor of architecture at Penn State University, College of Arts and…
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62nd Library Week – The Place of Knowledge: Institutions, Architecture, and Sustainable Memory
Read more: 62nd Library Week – The Place of Knowledge: Institutions, Architecture, and Sustainable MemoryCelebrating the 62nd Library Week! As part of Library Week, one of our faculty members, Instructor Cem Dedekargınoğlu, will be among the speakers at the talk titled “The Place of…
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Talk: “Building Pera, Burning Pera: The 1870 Fire and the “Imaginary Lines” of Urbanization” by Mehmet Kentel
Read more: Talk: “Building Pera, Burning Pera: The 1870 Fire and the “Imaginary Lines” of Urbanization” by Mehmet Kentel2026 Spring Architectural History and Theory Talks will begin with K. Mehmet Kentel’s lecture “Building Pera, Burning Pera: The 1870 Fire and the “Imaginary Lines” of Urbanization”, in March 27,…
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IAED252 – Material Seminar with Petra the Flooring Co.
Read more: IAED252 – Material Seminar with Petra the Flooring Co.In scope of the annual material seminar series made for IAED 252: Construction and Materials II course, interior architect Asrın Uçar, interior architect Ayça Özger Yalman, Civil Engineer (MBA) Derviş…
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FA 102 Basic Design II – Module 1 Exhibition at FADA Gallery
Read more: FA 102 Basic Design II – Module 1 Exhibition at FADA GalleryThe FA 102 Basic Design II – Module 1 Exhibition opened on 2 March 2026 at the FADA Gallery and will be on view until 6 March 2026. Basic Design…
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Lineadecor Kitchen Design Seminar in IAED 402
Read more: Lineadecor Kitchen Design Seminar in IAED 402As part of the IAED 402 – Interior Design Studio VI course, the Lineadecor team delivered an insightful presentation on contemporary kitchen design, which was highly valued by all involved.…
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The ‘Space’ Presentation: A Memorable Visit by Serpil Altay
Read more: The ‘Space’ Presentation: A Memorable Visit by Serpil AltayThis day was truly special for us. Welcoming back our esteemed professor Serpil Altay, whose legacy continues through the many students she has inspired with her knowledge, elegance, and unwavering…
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Pratt–Bilkent Collaboration in Design Education
Read more: Pratt–Bilkent Collaboration in Design EducationBetween January 26 and February 5, the Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (IAED) hosted Karen Stone, adjunct associate professor at the Pratt Institute, and Münire Kırmacı, visiting instructor at the…
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Conference Presentation: “Sustainable Design and Technologies in Lighting” in the 14th ATMK National Lighting Congress
Read more: Conference Presentation: “Sustainable Design and Technologies in Lighting” in the 14th ATMK National Lighting CongressParla Özkul and Ekin Atasoy, graduate students of IAED with Nilgün Olguntürk, associate professor at IAED attended to Turkish National Committee of Lighting (ATMK), 14th National Lighting Congress, with the…
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Bilkent University Presents: “Ara Güler – A Selection of Ankara Photographs”
Read more: Bilkent University Presents: “Ara Güler – A Selection of Ankara Photographs”Bilkent University, in collaboration with the Ara Güler Museum and Gallery Siyah Beyaz, proudly presents the exhibition “Ara Güler – A Selection of Ankara Photographs”, organized by the Faculty of…
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Seminar: (Mutual) Exchanges: Ottoman and Islamic Architectural History and the West (1500-1923)
Read more: Seminar: (Mutual) Exchanges: Ottoman and Islamic Architectural History and the West (1500-1923)Semra Horuz, assistant professor at IAED contributed to an international seminar titled “(Mutual) Exchanges: Ottoman and Islamic Architectural History and the West (1500-1923)” organized by Professor Elizabeth Merrill (UGhent) and…
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Urban-CoLLaR in TÜBİTAK DUT National Info Day & DUT Projects 2025 Event
Read more: Urban-CoLLaR in TÜBİTAK DUT National Info Day & DUT Projects 2025 EventAsst. Prof. Nuri Cihan Kayaçetin from our department has represented the Urban-CoLLaR project at national and International events over the last two weeks! He was invited as a guest speaker…
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Bilkent IAED at the 16th National Furniture Design Competition
Read more: Bilkent IAED at the 16th National Furniture Design CompetitionThe award ceremony and moderated sessions of the 16th Natural Furniture Design Competition – Design for Export 2025, organized by the Central Anatolian Furniture, Paper and Forestry Products Exporters’ Association (OMKO) and…
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Conference Presentation: “Sustainability in Energy and Buildings” in Sicily, Italy
Read more: Conference Presentation: “Sustainability in Energy and Buildings” in Sicily, ItalyWe are pleased to share that PhD candidate Beyza Yazıcı, together with her advisor Prof. Dr. Yasemin Afacan, presented the paper “Parametric Optimization of Façade Design and Thermal Setpoints for…
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Conference Presentation: “XX Colour” in Naples, Italy
Read more: Conference Presentation: “XX Colour” in Naples, ItalyWe are delighted to share that PhD candidate Ekin Atasoy and PhD candidate Parla Özkul represented our department at the XX Colour Conference, organized by Gruppo del Colore – Associazione…
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Conference Presentation: “Inclusive Museum” in Zaragoza, Spain
Read more: Conference Presentation: “Inclusive Museum” in Zaragoza, SpainWe are proud to share that PhD candidate Büşra Altıntepe represented our department at the 18th International Conference on the Inclusive Museum (15–17 September, Universidad San Jorge, Zaragoza, Spain). Together…
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Seminar “Designing for the Senses: Interior Architecture and the Flavour of Experience” on September 30, 2025, at 12.30 in FFB 22
Read more: Seminar “Designing for the Senses: Interior Architecture and the Flavour of Experience” on September 30, 2025, at 12.30 in FFB 22We are pleased to announce our upcoming seminar “Designing for the Senses: Interior Architecture and the Flavour of Experience” by Noor Fajrina Farah Istiani on September 30, 2025, at 12.30…
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Alumni Homecoming Day 2025
Read more: Alumni Homecoming Day 2025We reunited with our graduates at Alumni Homecoming Day on September 14, 2025, organized by the Career and Alumni Office. Commemorative medals given by dean Yasemin Afacan, chair Burçak Altay,…
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Congress Presentation: “Evaluation of Design Criteria for Net-Zero Carbon Interior Spaces” in ICELIS 2025
Read more: Congress Presentation: “Evaluation of Design Criteria for Net-Zero Carbon Interior Spaces” in ICELIS 2025Ekin Bayrak, instructor at IAED, attended the 6th International Congress on Engineering and Life Science (ICELIS 2025), hosted by the University of Kyrenia in Kyrenia/Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on…
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“Reading/Writing: Architecture as Process” Lecture by Fabio Alessandro Fusco
Read more: “Reading/Writing: Architecture as Process” Lecture by Fabio Alessandro FuscoThe Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Bilkent University will host an online seminar titled “Reading/Writing: Architecture as Process” by Fabio Alessandro Fusco on April 8, 2022. The…
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“Reflective Narrative on Cross-pollination between Research and Innovative Teaching for Optimising Contemporary Design Pedagogy” Lecture by Dr. Naima Iftikhar
Read more: “Reflective Narrative on Cross-pollination between Research and Innovative Teaching for Optimising Contemporary Design Pedagogy” Lecture by Dr. Naima IftikharDr. Naima Iftikhar will deliver an online lecture titled “Reflective Narrative on Cross-pollination between Research and Innovative Teaching for Optimising Contemporary Design Pedagogy” on May 28, 2021 at 12.30pm. The…
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“Adaptability, a Call to Action” Lecture by Dr. David Calas
Read more: “Adaptability, a Call to Action” Lecture by Dr. David CalasDr. David Calas will deliver an online lecture titled “Adaptability, a Call to Action” on February 17, 2021, at 12.30 pm. The lecture will explore adaptability, flexibility, and design approaches…
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“Dissolutio Urbis – From Domestic to Social Landscape” Lecture by Fabio Alessandro Fusco
Read more: “Dissolutio Urbis – From Domestic to Social Landscape” Lecture by Fabio Alessandro FuscoFabio Alessandro Fusco will deliver an online lecture titled “Dissolutio Urbis – From Domestic to Social Landscape” on September 30, 2020, at 12.30 pm. The lecture will explore the changing…
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“Form by Growth: Between Assembly and Growth – From Cultivated to Spontaneous” Lecture by Raul Pinto
Read more: “Form by Growth: Between Assembly and Growth – From Cultivated to Spontaneous” Lecture by Raul PintoRaul Pinto will deliver a lecture titled “Form by Growth: Between Assembly and Growth – From Cultivated to Spontaneous” on November 18, 2019, at 12:50 in FFB-05. The lecture will…
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“Designing Symbiotic Experiences” Lecture by Zeynep Birgönül
Read more: “Designing Symbiotic Experiences” Lecture by Zeynep BirgönülZeynep Birgönül will deliver a lecture titled “Designing Symbiotic Experiences” on April 17, 2019, in FFB06 at 12.50 pm. The lecture will explore digital fabrication technologies, interactive architecture, and data-driven…
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“Using Virtual Reality to Evaluate Building Design and its Effects on Users” Lecture by Dr. Mohamad Nadim Adi
Read more: “Using Virtual Reality to Evaluate Building Design and its Effects on Users” Lecture by Dr. Mohamad Nadim AdiDr. Mohamad Nadim Adi will deliver a lecture titled “Using Virtual Reality to Evaluate Building Design and its Effects on Users” on January 14, 2019, in FFB06 at 12.50 pm.…
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“Color in Architectural Context: Research, Practice and Education” Lecture by Sibel Ertez Ural
Read more: “Color in Architectural Context: Research, Practice and Education” Lecture by Sibel Ertez UralOne of the instructors of our department, Sibel Ertez Ural, will deliver a lecture titled “Color in Architectural Context: Research, Practice and Education” on January 9, 2019. The lecture will…
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“Inquiries into Light and Health” Lecture by E. Burcin Dengiz Olin
Read more: “Inquiries into Light and Health” Lecture by E. Burcin Dengiz OlinE. Burçin Dengiz Olin will deliver a lecture titled “Inquiries into Light and Health” on January 8, 2019, in FFB06 at 12.50 pm. The lecture will explore the relationship between…
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“Sustainable Development: Active Transport, Security Perception and Housing Satisfaction” Lecture by Dr. Mohammad Paydar
Read more: “Sustainable Development: Active Transport, Security Perception and Housing Satisfaction” Lecture by Dr. Mohammad PaydarDr. Mohammad Paydar will deliver a lecture titled “Sustainable Development: Active Transport, Security Perception and Housing Satisfaction” on December 20, 2018, in FFB06 at 12.50 pm. The lecture will examine…
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“What is an Archipelago? Projects and Researches” Lecture by Dr. Giuseppe Resta
Read more: “What is an Archipelago? Projects and Researches” Lecture by Dr. Giuseppe RestaDr. Giuseppe Resta will deliver a lecture titled “What is an Archipelago? Projects and Researches” on December 13, 2018 in Fb06 at 12.50 pm. The lecture will explore the potential…
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“Through a Museum Window: Tacita Dean’s FILM and the Substance of Contemporary Site-Specific Art” Lecture by Dr. Ekin Pınar
Read more: “Through a Museum Window: Tacita Dean’s FILM and the Substance of Contemporary Site-Specific Art” Lecture by Dr. Ekin PınarDr. Ekin Pınar will deliver a lecture titled “Through a Museum Window: Tacita Dean’s FILM and the Substance of Contemporary Site-Specific Art” on April 10, 2018, in FB05 at 13.30.…
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Two Lectures by Prof. Ashraf M. Salama on Architectural Design Education and Urban Transformations
Read more: Two Lectures by Prof. Ashraf M. Salama on Architectural Design Education and Urban TransformationsProf. Ashraf M. Salama will deliver two lectures at the Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, Bilkent University, on November 27–28, 2017: The lectures will address emerging approaches in…
