Alvar Aalto's Touch In Sultanahmet:

The New Tourist Information Center

The new tourist information center is designed as a pavilion which is inspired by Alvar Aalto's architecture works. The whole building consists of steel beams, brick walls and glass. It will be located in Sultanahmet Park. The deterrence is from the Hagia Sophia side and guided by a brick wall. The ground floor consists of bathrooms, sitting areas an information desk and stairs. The 1st floor consists of a coffee shop, sitting areas and a research center including computers. The exit is from the Blue Mosque side in the ground floor which is guided by a brick wall.
*The brick walls are inspired by Alvar Aalto's works.



İdil Burkutoğlu / S008814